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November 5 - November 19

Cheapest

Best

LGW - Chengdu

$837

$697

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November 7 - November 16

Best

LHR - Chengdu

$861

$708

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November 2 - November 9

LGW - Chengdu

$830

$717

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November 9 - November 16

LGW - Chengdu

$834

$718

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November 2 - November 23

LGW - Chengdu

$818

$718

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November 19 - November 30

LGW - Chengdu

$836

$718

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November 5 - November 12

LGW - Chengdu

$834

$718

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October 2 - October 11

LGW - Chengdu

$863

$719

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November 2 - November 16

LGW - Chengdu

$832

$719

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October 1 - October 10

Earliest

LGW - Chengdu

$860

$722

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Insights for flights from London to Chengdu

For travelers looking for cheap flights from London to Chengdu, October stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $579. This is closely followed by September, where the median price is $580, and June, with a median fare of $592. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall typical fare for this route, presenting the best opportunities for budget-conscious travelers.

Fares for flights from London to Chengdu typically range from $1424–$1956, with a median of $1759. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level, indicating a favorable time to consider booking. However, the share of recent fares classified as a good price is 0%, suggesting that while current prices are lower, exceptional deals are not widely available.

When flying from London to Chengdu, most itineraries connect at least once. Only 0.5% of recent fares were for direct flights from London to Chengdu. For the majority of itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 3, which can significantly extend travel time.

A typical journey from London to Chengdu takes approximately 40h 45m, including connections. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting flights and multiple stopovers on this long-haul route. Given the significant travel time, planning for layovers and overall journey length is advisable.

The distance between London and Chengdu is approximately 8354 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This considerable distance contributes to the extended flight times and the common necessity for connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from London to Chengdu

Regular price: $736 - $1,500

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Chengdu is $736 to $1500. The current lowest deal is $697 with China Southern Airlines, for travel from November 5 to November 19.

now $697

Low $736

High $1,500

The cheapest time to fly from London to Chengdu

The cheapest month to fly from London to Chengdu is October, with a median price of $579. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1923. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $579

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,923

Jan

Feb

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Direct flights from London to Chengdu

Air China

Last-minute flights going from London to Chengdu

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Chengdu

London (STN) - Chengdu (TFU)

Ryanair

$1,185

$888

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Chengdu

London (STN) - Chengdu (TFU)

Ryanair

$1,178

$890

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Chengdu

London (STN) - Chengdu (TFU)

Jet2.com

$1,035

$846

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Chengdu

London (LGW) - Chengdu (CTU)

China Southern Airlines

$899

$817

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Chengdu

London (LGW) - Chengdu (CTU)

China Southern Airlines

$953

$843

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Chengdu

London (LGW) - Chengdu (CTU)

China Southern Airlines

$952

$826

One-way

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

16 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 20

$1,129 → $778

31%

11 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 15

$1,115 → $778

30%

14 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 15

$1,095 → $764

30%

28 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 31

$1,097 → $773

30%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Chengdu

London - Chengdu route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares for London to Chengdu are around $697, which is below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in October for the best prices.

Historically, October has the lowest median price at $579, making it the cheapest month to fly.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a long-haul flight.

Flights from London to Chengdu typically take 40h 45m, with connecting flights being dominant.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common.

Connecting flights make up 50% of the deals, with a median of 3 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air China offers direct flights.

Air China is an airline that provides direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly.

This route typically sees about 0.4 deals per day over a 30-day window.

London main airports to depart from

Gatwick (LGW)

Cheapest

Gatwick offers the cheapest flights from London to Chengdu, making it a good value option.

📍 ~48 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$697

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow is a major international hub for flights from London to Chengdu.

📍 ~24 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$708

London City (LCY)

London City Airport provides a convenient option for flights from London to Chengdu.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1003

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend Airport is an alternative departure point for flights to Chengdu.

📍 ~56 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$1073

London Stansted (STN)

London Stansted Airport is another option for flights from London to Chengdu.

📍 ~49 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$777

Luton (LTN)

Luton Airport serves as a departure point for flights from London to Chengdu.

📍 ~45 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$819

Chengdu main airports to arrive at

Chengdu Shuangliu International (CTU)

Cheapest

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from London to Chengdu.

📍 ~12 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$697

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport offers another arrival option for flights from London to Chengdu.

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

💸 Flights from ~$717

Airports nearby Chengdu used as alternative

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport is a primary alternative hub for Chengdu, offering major international and domestic connections.

📍 ~50 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$717

Chongqing Jiangbei International (CKG)

Cheapest

Chongqing Jiangbei International offers an extensive international network and competitive pricing, with excellent high-speed rail to Chengdu.

📍 ~270 km from destination city (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$644

Mianyang Nanjiao (MIG)

Mianyang Nanjiao is a viable regional airport for domestic routes if Chengdu airports are congested.

📍 ~100 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1019

Yibin Caiba (YBP)

Yibin Caiba is an alternative for specific regional domestic connections, accessible via high-speed rail from Chengdu.

📍 ~180 km from destination city (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$1155

Nanchong Gaoping (NAO)

Nanchong Gaoping is a secondary regional option within Sichuan province, though with very limited flight options.

📍 ~180 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1141

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chengdu

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$4,327

From LHR

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Jul 09

Chengdu, China

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Chengdu, China

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$5,944

From LHR

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Chengdu, China

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$5,959

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chengdu

Historically, the best time to book flights from London to Chengdu is within 0-6 days of departure, with an average price of $847. Booking 7-13 days out typically sees an average price of $904. Prices tend to increase significantly further out, with flights booked 28-59 days in advance averaging $1665, and those booked 60+ days out averaging $1867. This suggests that last-minute bookings can offer better value for this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from London to Chengdu is considered to be $1424 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $1759. Prices typically range, with 75% of observed prices being $1956 or less. Travelers aiming for a deal should target prices at or below the $1424 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from London to Chengdu are October, with a median price of $579, and September, with a median price of $580. June also shows a relatively low median price of $592. These months are significantly cheaper than the annual median price of $1759 for this route, offering substantial savings for travelers.

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