Are there direct flights from London to Chengdu?

Yes, direct flights from London to Chengdu are available. Historically, approximately 0.7% of all flights on this route were direct over the trailing 90 days. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that while direct options exist, connecting flights are more common for this route.

How long is the flight from London to Chengdu?

The typical direct flight from London to Chengdu has a duration of 10 hours and 50 minutes, covering a distance of 8354 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases to 18 hours and 25 minutes. This represents a significant difference in travel duration between direct and one-stop options, with direct flights being considerably faster.

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 having a consistent availability of deals across the trailing 30 days. Travelers can typically expect to find favorable pricing opportunities on a regular basis for this particular route.

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October 2 - October 10

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

LHR - Chengdu

£645

£453

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November 7 - November 17

LGW - Chengdu

£596

£458

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November 14 - November 28

LGW - Chengdu

£592

£458

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November 7 - November 24

LGW - Chengdu

£590

£463

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November 3 - November 19

LGW - Chengdu

£607

£463

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November 5 - November 17

LGW - Chengdu

£591

£465

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November 5 - November 26

LGW - Chengdu

£588

£465

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October 2 - October 13

Earliest

LHR - Chengdu

£638

£469

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October 18 - October 22

Best

LHR - Chengdu

£691

£479

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November 3 - November 21

LHR - Chengdu

£623

£479

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London to Chengdu: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Chengdu

For travelers seeking cheap flights from London to Chengdu, October stands out as the most economical month, with a median fare of just $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 best opportunities for cost-effective travel on this route.

Right now, fares for flights from London to Chengdu typically range from $1424 to $1942, with a median price 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 current lower prices are a notable opportunity.

Most itineraries for flights from London to Chengdu connect at least once. While 70% of recent fares included connections, the remaining 30% were direct flights from London to Chengdu. For itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from London to Chengdu takes approximately 10h 50m, including connections. For non-stop flights, the median flight time is also 10h 50m. However, for itineraries involving connections, the median journey time extends to 26h 25m.

The distance between London and Chengdu is approximately 8354 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. This considerable distance means you should expect a substantial amount of time in transit, making careful planning for comfort and connections important.

How much is a round trip from London to Chengdu

Regular price: £559 - £698

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from London to Chengdu.

The regular price range for flights from London to Chengdu is between 559 GBP and 698 GBP. The current lowest deal is 454 GBP with Xiamen Airlines, for travel from Oct 2 to Oct 10.

now £454

Low £559

High £698

The cheapest time to fly from London to Chengdu

For flights from London to Chengdu, the cheapest month to fly 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

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Direct flights from London to Chengdu

Air China

Last-minute flights going from London to Chengdu

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Chengdu

London (LGW) - Chengdu (CTU)

China Eastern Airlines

£725

£526

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Chengdu

London (LGW) - Chengdu (CTU)

China Eastern Airlines

£758

£528

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Chengdu

London (LGW) - Chengdu (TFU)

China Eastern Airlines

£765

£528

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Chengdu

London (LGW) - Chengdu (CTU)

China Eastern Airlines

£758

£525

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Chengdu

London (LGW) - Chengdu (CTU)

China Eastern Airlines

£795

£528

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Chengdu

London (LGW) - Chengdu (TFU)

China Eastern Airlines

£757

£529

One-way

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

12 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 17

£835 → £549

34%

21 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 29

£830 → £557

33%

14 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 15

£829 → £557

33%

16 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 17

£828 → £558

33%

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 of $1737.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in October for the best prices

Historically, October, September, and June offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 10h 50m

The median flight time for a direct flight to Chengdu is 10h 50m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air China offers direct flights

Air China has historically offered direct flights from London to Chengdu.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from London to Chengdu appear regularly, making it easy to find good prices.

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

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 ~£459

Mianyang Nanjiao (MIG)

Mianyang Nanjiao is the closest alternative to Chengdu, offering good domestic flight availability.

📍 ~100 km from Chengdu (reachable by expressway or rail)

💸 Flights from ~£749

Yibin Caiba (YBP)

Yibin Caiba is a reliable domestic alternative for southern routes, connected to Chengdu via high-speed rail.

📍 ~220 km from Chengdu (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~£731

Nanchong Gaoping (NAO)

Nanchong Gaoping serves as a key regional airport for eastern Sichuan and a viable domestic alternative.

📍 ~150 km from Chengdu

💸 Flights from ~£549

Luzhou Yunlong (LZO)

Luzhou Yunlong is a modern regional airport, offering an alternative for southern Sichuan travel.

📍 ~240 km from Chengdu

💸 Flights from ~£877

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chengdu

Across the trailing quarter, the optimal time to book flights from London to Chengdu was typically 0-6 days before departure, with an average price of $847. Booking 7-13 days out saw average prices increase to $904. For travelers planning further ahead, prices historically rose significantly, with flights booked 60+ days out averaging $1867. This suggests that last-minute booking can often yield more favorable prices on this route.

Historically, a good price for a flight from London to Chengdu has been considered $1424 or less. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of prices observed over the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route during the same period was $1737, with 75% of prices falling below $1942. Travelers aiming for a good deal should target prices at or below the $1424 mark.

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 comparison, the annual median price for this route across the trailing 270 days was $1737. These months typically present more affordable options for travelers.

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