Are there direct flights from London to Chengdu?

Yes, direct flights from London to Chengdu are available. Historically, approximately 0.7% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving connecting flights, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that while direct options exist, flights with one or more stops are more common for this route.

How long is the flight from London to Chengdu?

The typical direct flight from London to Chengdu covers a distance of 8354 kilometers and has a median duration of 10 hours and 50 minutes. Flights with one stop, on average, take significantly longer, with a median duration of 18 hours and 25 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey, as the addition of a single stop can nearly double the total travel time.

How often do cheap flights from London to Chengdu come up?

Historically, cheap flights from London to Chengdu come up with regular frequency. This route is classified as 'regular' for deal availability across the trailing 30 days. Travelers can typically expect to find opportunities for more affordable fares on a consistent basis. This consistent availability suggests that with some flexibility, finding a good price is achievable.

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London to Chengdu: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Chengdu

For travelers looking for cheap flights from London to Chengdu, October is typically the cheapest month to fly, with a median fare of $579. This is closely followed by September, where the median fare is $580, and June, with a median fare of $592. These months offer the most budget-friendly options for this route.

Right now, fares for flights from London to Chengdu typically range from $1424 to $1942, with a median of $1737. Current fares are significantly below the typical level, indicating a favorable time to consider booking. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that the current lower prices are an exception.

When considering the journey from London to Chengdu, most itineraries connect at least once, with direct flights making up only 0.7% of recent fares. For those itineraries that do connect, the typical number of stopovers is 2. New deals for this route show up several times a week, so keeping an eye on price alerts can be beneficial.

A typical journey from London to Chengdu takes about 10h 50m, including connections. For itineraries that involve connecting flights, the median journey time extends to approximately 26h 25m. Non-stop flights, when available, have a median duration of 10h 50m.

The distance between London and Chengdu is approximately 8354 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul flight. This significant distance contributes to the overall journey time and the prevalence of connecting itineraries.

How much is a round trip from London to Chengdu

Regular price: £584 - £923

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Chengdu is 584 GBP to 923 GBP. The current lowest deal is 416 GBP with China Southern Airlines for travel from Sep 26-Sep 29.

now £416

Low £584

High £923

The cheapest time to fly from London to Chengdu

The cheapest month to fly from London to Chengdu is June, with a median price of $554. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1785. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

June

Cheapest

Flights from £554

August

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,785

Jan

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Aug

Sep

Oct

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Dec

Direct flights from London to Chengdu

Air China

Last-minute flights going from London to Chengdu

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Chengdu

London (LGW) - Chengdu (TFU)

China Southern Airlines

£622

£415

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Chengdu

London (LHR) - Chengdu (CTU)

China Southern Airlines

£636

£448

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Chengdu

London (LHR) - Chengdu (CTU)

China Southern Airlines

£631

£448

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Chengdu

London (LHR) - Chengdu (CTU)

China Southern Airlines

£637

£472

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Chengdu

London (LHR) - Chengdu (CTU)

China Southern Airlines

£629

£472

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Chengdu

London (LGW) - Chengdu (TFU)

China Southern Airlines

£627

£419

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 24 - Sep 28

£706 → £444

37%

4 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 29

£701 → £441

37%

4 nights

Sep 26 - Sep 30

£698 → £444

36%

8 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 12

£726 → £482

34%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Chengdu

London - Chengdu route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from London to Chengdu are below the typical level at $416.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in October for the best prices

Historically, October ($579), September ($580), and June ($592) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 10h 50m

Direct flights to Chengdu typically take 10h 50m, while connecting flights average 26h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 70% of routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air China offers direct flights

Air China provides direct flight options from London to Chengdu.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from London to Chengdu appear regularly, offering frequent opportunities to save.

London main airports to depart from

Gatwick (LGW)

Cheapest

Gatwick is a good option for flights from London to Chengdu, with flights from 420 GBP.

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

💸 Flights from ~£420

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow is a convenient choice for flights from London to Chengdu, with flights from 432 GBP.

📍 ~23 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£432

London City (LCY)

London City is an option for flights from London to Chengdu, with flights from 670 GBP.

📍 ~13 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£670

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend is an alternative for flights from London to Chengdu, with flights from 586 GBP.

📍 ~57 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£586

London Stansted (STN)

London Stansted is an option for flights from London to Chengdu, with flights from 508 GBP.

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

💸 Flights from ~£508

Luton (LTN)

Luton is an alternative for flights from London to Chengdu, with flights from 532 GBP.

📍 ~44 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£532

Chengdu main airports to arrive at

Chengdu Shuangliu International (CTU)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~£412

Airports nearby Chengdu used as alternative

Chongqing Jiangbei International (CKG)

Cheapest

Chongqing Jiangbei International is a major international hub with high-speed rail connectivity to Chengdu.

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

💸 Flights from ~£410

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chengdu

$2,954

Save $827

Hainan Airlines

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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. During this period, the average price was $847. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches, with flights booked 60+ days out averaging $1867. For those booking 28-59 days in advance, the average price was $1665, indicating that last-minute bookings often offer better value on this route.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from London to Chengdu is considered to be $1424 or less. The median price for this route was $1737. Prices at the 75th percentile reached $1942, indicating that travelers typically pay more than $1900 for this journey. Aiming for prices below $1424 can help secure a more economical fare.

Historically, October has been the cheapest month to fly from London to Chengdu, with a median price of $579. September also offered competitive prices, with a median of $580. In contrast, the annual median price across the trailing 270 days was $1737, highlighting significant savings during these months. Travelers looking for the most economical options should consider planning their trips during these periods.

London to Chengdu: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Chengdu

How much is a round trip from London to Chengdu

Regular price: £584 - £923

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Chengdu is 584 GBP to 923 GBP. The current lowest deal is 416 GBP with China Southern Airlines for travel from Sep 26-Sep 29.

now £416

Low £584

High £923

The cheapest time to fly from London to Chengdu

June

Cheapest

Flights from £554

August

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,785

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec