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November 7 - November 11

Cheapest

CTU - Dubai

$459

$592

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November 5 - November 9

CTU - Dubai

$459

$602

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September 1 - September 20

Best

Earliest

TFU - Dubai

$403

$694

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September 3 - September 10

Best

TFU - Dubai

$442

$698

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September 2 - September 9

Best

TFU - Dubai

$442

$698

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September 10 - September 15

Best

TFU - Dubai

$456

$707

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September 20 - September 27

Best

TFU - Dubai

$448

$707

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September 21 - September 28

Best

TFU - Dubai

$448

$707

Round trip

September 8 - September 13

Best

TFU - Dubai

$456

$708

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September 8 - September 12

Best

TFU - Dubai

$459

$708

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Insights for flights from Chengdu to Dubai

Flights from Chengdu to Dubai cover a substantial distance of 4824 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This means you should expect a significant travel duration, often involving multiple connections to reach your destination.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Chengdu to Dubai, fares typically range from $1153–$1545, with a median of $1400. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level, indicating a potentially opportune time to book. However, recent data shows that 0% of observed fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chengdu to Dubai? The data indicates that December is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $381. Following December, July also presents a more economical option, with a median fare of $488, and October is another good choice with a median of $500.

Regarding direct flights from Chengdu to Dubai, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 1% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of itineraries that include connections, you can expect a typical journey to involve 3 stopovers.

How long is the flight from Chengdu to Dubai? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 35h 25m. This extended duration is largely due to the long-haul nature of the route and the prevalence of connecting itineraries.

How much is a round trip from Chengdu to Dubai

Regular price: $388 - $693

Prices for flights from Chengdu to Dubai are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Chengdu to Dubai is between $388 and $693. The current lowest deal is $592 for a roundtrip from November 7 to November 11, available on Kayak.

now $592

Low $388

High $693

The cheapest time to fly from Chengdu to Dubai

The cheapest month to fly from Chengdu to Dubai is December, with a median price of $381. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $8580. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $381

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $8,580

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Direct flights from Chengdu to Dubai

Sichuan Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Chengdu to Dubai

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

TFU - Dubai

Chengdu (TFU) - Dubai (DXB)

Sichuan Airlines

$551

$1,233

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

TFU - Dubai

Chengdu (TFU) - Dubai (DXB)

Sichuan Airlines

$555

$1,246

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

TFU - Dubai

Chengdu (TFU) - Dubai (DXB)

Cathay Pacific

$495

$940

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

TFU - Dubai

Chengdu (TFU) - Dubai (DXB)

Air China

$497

$1,002

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

TFU - Dubai

Chengdu (TFU) - Dubai (DXB)

Air China, Gulf Air

$557

$1,025

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

TFU - Dubai

Chengdu (TFU) - Dubai (DXB)

Cathay Pacific

$496

$1,042

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chengdu to Dubai

4 nights

Nov 7 - Nov 11

$459 → $592

29%

4 nights

Nov 5 - Nov 9

$459 → $602

31%

4 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 12

$459 → $708

54%

5 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 15

$456 → $707

55%

Popular Airports to fly from Chengdu to Dubai

Chengdu - Dubai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Chengdu to Dubai are below the typical level, with deals around $592.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Chengdu to Dubai, with a median price of $381.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 35h 25m.

Flights from Chengdu to Dubai typically take 35h 25m, including layovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 3 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Sichuan Airlines offers direct flights.

Sichuan Airlines is an option for direct flights on the Chengdu to Dubai route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly for this route.

Deals for flights from Chengdu to Dubai appear regularly, about 0.4 deals per day.

Chengdu main airports to depart from

Chengdu Shuangliu International (CTU)

Cheapest

Chengdu Shuangliu International offers a convenient departure point for flights to Dubai.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$592

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport serves as an alternative departure option for your trip to Dubai.

📍 ~43 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$607

Dubai main airports to arrive at

Dubai International (DXB)

Cheapest

Dubai International is a primary arrival choice for flights from Chengdu to Dubai, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~10 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$692

Al Maktoum International (DWC)

Al Maktoum International serves as an alternative arrival airport for your trip to Dubai.

📍 ~40 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car)

Dubai Bus Station (XNB)

Dubai Bus Station offers ground transport connections upon arrival in Dubai.

📍 ~10 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car)

Sharjah International (SHJ)

Sharjah International provides another arrival option for travelers heading to the Dubai area.

📍 ~20 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$883

Airports nearby Dubai used as alternative

Zayed International Airport (AUH)

Cheapest

Zayed International Airport is a major hub with extensive global connectivity and excellent highway access to Dubai.

📍 ~125 km from Dubai (reachable by car, travel time can exceed 90 minutes).

💸 Flights from ~$643

Ras Al Khaimah International (RKT)

Ras Al Khaimah International is the closest alternative for northern Dubai, offering easier navigation and shorter check-in times.

📍 ~100 km from Dubai (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$1238

Al Ain International (AAN)

Al Ain International is located within the UAE, avoiding border formalities, with straightforward road access from Dubai.

📍 ~140 km from Dubai (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$1369

Fujairah International Airport (FJR)

Fujairah International Airport is a domestic alternative useful for specific regional connections, though with limited commercial schedules.

📍 ~130 km from Dubai (reachable by car, often requires a drive through mountainous terrain).

💸 Flights from ~$1433

Muscat International (MCT)

Muscat International is a major regional hub, an alternative for long-haul routes if UAE airports are unavailable.

📍 ~350 km from Dubai (reachable by car, requires an international border crossing).

💸 Flights from ~$1053

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Dubai

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

67% AI deal score

$4,594

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dubai

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Chengdu to Dubai is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price was around $901. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw prices rise to an average of $1680, while flights booked 7-13 days out averaged $1552. Even bookings made 60+ days in advance were higher, averaging $1413.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Chengdu to Dubai was considered to be $1153 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $1400. Prices above $1545 were in the top 25% of fares observed. Travelers aiming for a more economical trip should target fares at or below the $1153 threshold.

Historically, December has been the cheapest month to fly from Chengdu to Dubai, with a median price of $381. July and October also offered competitive prices, with median fares of $488 and $500 respectively. The annual median price for this route was $1400, indicating significant savings are possible by choosing to fly in these historically cheaper months.

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