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This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 19/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Flights to Chengdu in 2025

Find the latest flights to Chengdu in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

Return from

£398

One-way from

£234

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£475

Good round-trip deal

£405 or less

Good one-way deal

£300 or less
Shenzhen Airlines
  • Shenzhen Airlines
  • 21/5-29/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 30m total
  • London to Chengdu
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19/4
  • 19/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 50m total
  • London to Chengdu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (£98 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£19 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights to Chengdu
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Chengdu. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 21 March 2025.

Wed 21/522:05LHR - CTU
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/518:30CTU - LHR
1 stop32h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3£398
Wed 30/422:05LHR - CTU
1 stop30h 10mShenzhen Airlines
Tue 6/520:30CTU - LHR
1 stop30h 30mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 20/3£403
Wed 11/621:00LHR - CTU
1 stop16h 00mChina Southern
Fri 20/616:30CTU - LHR
1 stop32h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 20/3£408
Wed 30/411:15LGW - CTU
1 stop23h 10mAir China
Tue 6/507:20CTU - LGW
1 stop30h 35mAir China
Deal found 20/3£486
Sat 3/511:35LGW - CTU
1 stop20h 40mChina Eastern
Sun 25/513:30CTU - LGW
1 stop32h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 20/3£488
Sat 3/521:20LHR - CTU
1 stop31h 55mChina Eastern
Sun 25/506:55CTU - LHR
2 stops21h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 20/3£603
Wed 21/519:25LTN - CTU
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/508:30CTU - LTN
2 stops20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3£618
Mon 12/522:40LHR - CTU
1 stop16h 55mAir China
Mon 18/811:45CTU - LHR
1 stop15h 45mAir China
Deal found 19/3£621
Sat 3/519:45LHR - CTU
2 stops33h 30mAir France
Sun 25/513:30CTU - LHR
2 stops34h 05mAir France
Deal found 20/3£675
Wed 11/611:35LGW - CTU
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/613:00CTU - LGW
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3£714
Fri 4/712:25LGW - CTU
1 stop18h 15mChina Southern
Wed 30/719:00CTU - LGW
1 stop19h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 20/3£829
Mon 12/509:00LHR - CTU
2 stops22h 00mLufthansa
Mon 18/808:00CTU - LHR
2 stops21h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 19/3£1,100

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonChengdu

LHR - CTU

LHRCTU

London Heathrow

Wed 21/5

22:05-23:05

1 stop18h 00m

Chengdu

Thu 29/5

18:30-20:00

1 stop32h 30m

£398

LondonChengdu

LHR - CTU

LHRCTU

London Heathrow

Wed 30/4

22:05-11:15

1 stop30h 10m

Chengdu

Tue 6/5

20:30-20:00

1 stop30h 30m

£403

LondonChengdu

LHR - CTU

LHRCTU

London Heathrow

Wed 11/6

21:00-20:00

1 stop16h 00m

Chengdu

Fri 20/6

16:30-18:05

1 stop32h 35m

£408

LondonChengdu

LGW - CTU

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Wed 30/4

11:15-17:25

1 stop23h 10m

Chengdu

Tue 6/5

07:20-06:55

1 stop30h 35m

£486

LondonChengdu

LGW - CTU

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Sat 3/5

11:35-15:15

1 stop20h 40m

Chengdu

Sun 25/5

13:30-15:10

1 stop32h 40m

£488

LondonChengdu

LHR - CTU

LHRCTU

London Heathrow

Sat 3/5

21:20-12:15

1 stop31h 55m

Chengdu

Sun 25/5

06:55-20:55

2 stops21h 00m

£603

LondonChengdu

LTN - CTU

LTNCTU

London Luton

Wed 21/5

19:25-12:15

2 stops33h 50m

Chengdu

Thu 29/5

08:30-21:50

2 stops20h 20m

£618

LondonChengdu

LHR - CTU

LHRCTU

London Heathrow

Mon 12/5

22:40-22:35

1 stop16h 55m

Chengdu

Mon 18/8

11:45-20:30

1 stop15h 45m

£621

LondonChengdu

LHR - CTU

LHRCTU

London Heathrow

Sat 3/5

19:45-12:15

2 stops33h 30m

Chengdu

Sun 25/5

13:30-16:35

2 stops34h 05m

£675

LondonChengdu

LGW - CTU

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Wed 11/6

11:35-12:15

1 stop17h 40m

Chengdu

Fri 20/6

13:00-06:40

2 stops24h 40m

£714

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Best time to book a flight to Chengdu

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Chengdu

When is the best time to book a flight to Chengdu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Chengdu. Price data was last updated on 14 March 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Chengdu, you should look to book at least 84 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

How long is the flight to Chengdu?

On average, a flight from London to Chengdu takes 19 hours 58 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 Air China and China Southern.

Air China

Air China

From £565

China Southern

China Southern

From £467

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

Plan your trip to Chengdu by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to Chengdu by taking into account the average temperature totals 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chengdu. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chengdu. Reviews last updated 21 March 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown China Southern, Air France and China Eastern to Chengdu. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Southern
7.5
Good
90 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Teak,Jun 2024

CAN - NRT

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system
China Southern
7.5
Good
90 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
90 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Teak,Jun 2024

CAN - NRT

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system
Air France
7.4
Good
1,422 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
90 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Teak,Jun 2024

CAN - NRT

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system
China Eastern
7.1
Good
132 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
90 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Teak,Jun 2024

CAN - NRT

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system
Lufthansa
6.7
Okay
6,944 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
90 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Teak,Jun 2024

CAN - NRT

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

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 (15 hours 50 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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