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£273+ Cheap flights to Chengdu

— CTU
23 Sep — 30 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Chengdu in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Chengdu

Thu 1/1011:10 -
1 stop27h 05m
Sat 10/1012:00 -
1 stop25h 30m
Deal found 20/8£402
Thu 1/1011:10 -
1 stop19h 30m
Thu 8/1017:00 -
1 stop20h 30m
Deal found 22/8£416
Wed 26/817:10 -
1 stop22h 30m
Fri 11/909:00 -
1 stop17h 40m
Deal found 23/8£419
Thu 1/1022:10 -
1 stop17h 30m
Mon 12/1019:30 -
1 stop29h 35m
Deal found 24/8£432
Thu 1/1022:10 -
1 stop16h 05m
Sat 10/1009:00 -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 20/8£434
Sun 20/921:00 -
1 stop16h 00m
Tue 6/1009:00 -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 20/8£443
Thu 1/1022:10 -
1 stop16h 05m
Thu 8/1021:30 -
1 stop27h 35m
Deal found 23/8£444
Wed 26/817:10 -
1 stop22h 30m
Thu 3/919:00 -
1 stop31h 40m
Deal found 21/8£466
Thu 1/1011:15 -
1 stop17h 10m
Mon 12/1021:15 -
1 stop16h 20m
Deal found 23/8£468
Sun 20/922:10 -
1 stop16h 05m
Sun 27/909:00 -
1 stop17h 40m
Deal found 21/8£476
Wed 2/921:00 -
1 stop17h 55m
Wed 9/908:30 -
1 stop16h 35m
Deal found 21/8£478
Sun 20/912:35 -
1 stop14h 50m
Tue 6/1021:15 -
1 stop16h 20m
Deal found 20/8£479

Find flight deals to Chengdu

Return from

£402

One-way from

£273

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£1,002

Good round-trip deal

£394 or less

Good one-way deal

£378 or less
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 1/10-10/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 35m total
  • London to Chengdu
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 20/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 30m total
  • London to Chengdu
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£31 potential savings vs. average return price).
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LondonChengdu

LGW London Gatwick - CTU Chengdu

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Sun 20/9

22:10-21:15

1 stop16h 05m

Chengdu

Sun 27/9

09:00-19:40

1 stop17h 40m

£476
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LondonChengdu

LGW London Gatwick - CTU Chengdu

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Sun 20/9

12:35-10:25

1 stop14h 50m

Chengdu

Tue 6/10

21:15-06:35

1 stop16h 20m

£479

LondonChengdu

LGW London Gatwick - CTU Chengdu

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Wed 30/9

12:35-12:25

1 stop16h 50m

Chengdu

Sun 4/10

21:00-06:45

1 stop16h 45m

£494

LondonChengdu

LGW London Gatwick - CTU Chengdu

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Thu 1/10

11:15-18:00

2 stops23h 45m

Chengdu

Thu 8/10

22:15-06:35

1 stop15h 20m

£511

LondonChengdu

LGW London Gatwick - CTU Chengdu

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Thu 1/10

11:15-11:25

1 stop17h 10m

Chengdu

Mon 12/10

08:05-06:55

2 stops29h 50m

£550

LondonChengdu

LHR London Heathrow - CTU Chengdu

LHRCTU

London Heathrow

Thu 1/10

06:50-09:55

2 stops20h 05m

Chengdu

Sat 10/10

06:55-18:40

1 stop18h 45m

£570

LondonChengdu

LGW London Gatwick - CTU Chengdu

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Mon 21/9

21:50-20:40

1 stop15h 50m

Chengdu

Sun 27/9

09:00-19:40

1 stop17h 40m

£582

LondonChengdu

LTN London Luton - CTU Chengdu

LTNCTU

London Luton

Thu 1/10

08:00-14:55

2 stops23h 55m

Chengdu

Sat 10/10

21:15-14:05

2 stops23h 50m

£607

LondonChengdu

LHR London Heathrow - CTU Chengdu

LHRCTU

London Heathrow

Fri 6/11

21:10-09:50

1 stop28h 40m

Chengdu

Sun 22/11

13:30-19:10

1 stop37h 40m

£608

LondonChengdu

LTN London Luton - CTU Chengdu

LTNCTU

London Luton

Tue 22/9

18:55-12:15

3 stops34h 20m

Chengdu

Sun 27/9

19:50-21:45

2 stops32h 55m

£619

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight to Chengdu

How long is the flight to Chengdu?

On average, a flight from London to Chengdu takes 19 hours 19 minutes. Flights to Chengdu from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Chengdu?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Chengdu are China Southern and Air China.

China Southern
China Southern
From £330
Air China
Air China
From £436
China Eastern
China Eastern
From £483

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Chengdu?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Chengdu are China Southern and Air China.

Rainfall in Chengdu by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chengdu ranges from 0.0 - 250.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 250.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Chengdu when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Chengdu by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chengdu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chengdu

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Air China,China Southern, andChina Eastern to China to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air China
7.4
Good
161 reviews
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Food

7.2

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.5

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

guoliang,May 2026

PEK - LAX

Kayak does not have service in china thus no reminder email or even access to the kayak account to see the itinerary.. missed the flight.. also air china app requires a local phone number to register.. yep.. they consider themself international airliner but does not allow anyone outside china to use the app.
Air China
7.4
Good
161 reviews
Air China
7.4
Good
161 reviews
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Food

7.2

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.5

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

guoliang,May 2026

PEK - LAX

Kayak does not have service in china thus no reminder email or even access to the kayak account to see the itinerary.. missed the flight.. also air china app requires a local phone number to register.. yep.. they consider themself international airliner but does not allow anyone outside china to use the app.
China Southern
7.3
Good
172 reviews
Air China
7.4
Good
161 reviews
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Food

7.2

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.5

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

guoliang,May 2026

PEK - LAX

Kayak does not have service in china thus no reminder email or even access to the kayak account to see the itinerary.. missed the flight.. also air china app requires a local phone number to register.. yep.. they consider themself international airliner but does not allow anyone outside china to use the app.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
234 reviews
Air China
7.4
Good
161 reviews
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Food

7.2

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.5

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

guoliang,May 2026

PEK - LAX

Kayak does not have service in china thus no reminder email or even access to the kayak account to see the itinerary.. missed the flight.. also air china app requires a local phone number to register.. yep.. they consider themself international airliner but does not allow anyone outside china to use the app.

FAQs about flying to Chengdu

Getting around Chengdu

Like most major cities in China, the roads in Chengdu are often incredibly busy. The network of buses in the city is extensive and exact fares are required to board as change is not given. As with the airport, taxis in the city are either green or blue but be aware that most of the drivers do not speak English.

  • When is the best time to fly to Chengdu?

    In terms of the weather, the ideal months to visit the city are from March to May and September to November. Visiting during these periods will ensure you miss both the rainy season and the most humid conditions. To experience the magic of the Chinese New Year festivities, the time to visit is during February.    Low season in the city occurs during the months of March, April, November and December. Prices are generally cheaper during these months and the city is less crowded.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chengdu?

    Most people fly into Chengdu (CTU) if they book a flight to Chengdu. Chengdu is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Chengdu’s city center.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Chengdu if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Chengdu on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Chengdu?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, China Southern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Chengdu.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Chengdu depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Chengdu, London offers the quickest one-way flight (16 hours 0 minutes).

  • Does Chengdu have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Chengdu can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Chengdu?

    Yes. Chengdu has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Chengdu Aviation Hotel is the closest property to Chengdu (0.0 mi away from Chengdu).

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