What's the typical flight distance from Chengdu?

Historically, flights from Chengdu show a varied distribution in terms of distance. Long-haul flights typically account for 66% of routes. Medium-haul flights represent 32% of the routes, while short-haul flights make up 2% of the total. This data reflects trends observed across the trailing 90 days.

What are the cheapest international destinations from Chengdu by country?

Across the trailing quarter, some of the cheapest international destinations from Chengdu by country include Brisbane, Australia, with a median price of 887 CNY. For Thailand, Phitsanulok typically has a median price of 1022 CNY. Hanoi, Vietnam, is another option, averaging 1110 CNY, and Seoul, South Korea, has a median price of 1310 CNY. Within China, Jingzhou is notably affordable at 623 CNY.

What's the cheapest month to fly from Chengdu?

Historically, March has been the cheapest month to fly from Chengdu, with an average price of $635. This represents a 17% savings compared to the annual median average price of $769. January is typically the second cheapest month, with an average price of $685 for flights from Chengdu.

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Lijiang
China • 2026-09-13
84% AI deal score
CN¥1,205
CN¥295
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Bangkok
Thailand • 2026-09-07
79% AI deal score
CN¥937
CN¥356
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Kunming
China • 2026-09-11
78% AI deal score
CN¥1,065
CN¥376
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Phuket City
Thailand • 2026-10-06
85% AI deal score
CN¥837
CN¥383
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Phnom Penh
Cambodia • 2026-09-15
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CN¥935
CN¥403
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CTU
Ghulja
China • 2027-01-03
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CN¥1,540
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Dali
China • 2026-09-24
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China • 2026-11-12
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CN¥1,856
CN¥443
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China • 2026-09-18
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Xi'an
China • 2026-10-17
78% AI deal score
CN¥1,334
CN¥456
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Flights from Chengdu: Overview

Insights for flights from Chengdu

From Chengdu, you can reach a substantial number of destinations, with recent fare data showing flights to 831 unique cities. Over the last 90 days, the majority of recent fares from Chengdu were for destinations within China, accounting for 52%. Beyond China, Australia represented 6% of recent fares, while Thailand made up 5%, indicating a strong focus on domestic and regional travel, with some notable long-haul options.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Chengdu, the most economical options right now are primarily to domestic destinations. The cheapest fares start at CNY 731 to Lijiang, China. Following closely, you can find flights to Kunming, China for CNY 772. Another affordable option is to Dali, China, with fares beginning at CNY 852. These prices reflect the current landscape for budget-conscious travelers departing from Chengdu.

The flight distance mix from Chengdu shows a significant emphasis on longer journeys. 66% of routes are long-haul, indicating that the majority of available flights cover substantial distances. Medium-haul routes account for 32%, while only 2% of routes are short-haul. This distribution suggests that Chengdu serves as a hub for travelers undertaking longer international or intercontinental trips.

When looking for direct flights from Chengdu, recent data indicates that 17.7% of all recent fares are non-stop. This means that the majority of flights from Chengdu involve at least one stop, classifying the route network as connecting-dominant. Travelers prioritizing direct connections should be aware that these options represent a smaller share of the overall flight availability.

Over the last 90 days, the most frequently discounted destination from Chengdu has been Istanbul, Turkey. Following Istanbul, Lijiang, China, also appears frequently in recent fares. Another popular route is to Cairo, Egypt. These destinations consistently show up as popular choices for travelers departing from Chengdu.

Most popular airlines from Chengdu

Sichuan Airlines

Air China

China Eastern Airlines

Virgin Express

Hainan Airlines

China Southern Airlines

Xiamen Airlines

Shenzhen Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Chengdu soon

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CTU - Melbourne

Chengdu (CTU) - Melbourne (MEL)

Air China

CN¥5,207

CN¥3,839

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

TFU - Almaty

Chengdu (TFU) - Almaty (ALA)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥3,705

CN¥2,101

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

TFU - Istanbul

Chengdu (TFU) - Istanbul (SAW)

FlyAsianXpress

CN¥4,417

CN¥3,261

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CTU - Bangkok

Chengdu (CTU) - Bangkok (BKK)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥2,387

CN¥1,470

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CTU - Manila

Chengdu (CTU) - Manila (MNL)

Shenzhen Airlines

CN¥2,627

CN¥1,617

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CTU - Fukuoka

Chengdu (CTU) - Fukuoka (FUK)

Hong Kong Airlines

CN¥4,235

CN¥2,718

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Chengdu

Tbilisi

TOP

Georgia • Sep 2026

from

CN¥3,918

Nairobi

TOP

Kenya • Nov 2026

from

CN¥4,207

Dublin

TOP

Ireland • Oct 2026

from

CN¥4,327

Belgrade

TOP

Serbia • Nov 2026

from

CN¥4,475

Oslo

TOP

Norway • Dec 2026

from

CN¥4,791

Budapest

TOP

Hungary • Nov 2026

from

CN¥4,106

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Chengdu

-37%

TFU - Frankfurt

CN¥6,514 → CN¥4,134

-36%

CTU - Hagåtña

CN¥5,358 → CN¥3,436

-16%

CTU - St. Louis

CN¥10,657 → CN¥8,973

-32%

CTU - Melbourne

CN¥5,163 → CN¥3,537

Popular Airports from Chengdu

Chengdu airport insights

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Thu - Tue - Mon

The best days to find deals from CTU are Thursday, Tuesday, and Monday.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$322 direct / ~$731 roundtrip

The most affordable flights from Chengdu are to destinations within China, such as Lijiang and Kunming.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Air China, China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines

These full-service and low-cost carriers offer a mix of domestic and international flights from Chengdu.

⏱️ Best time to book

0-2 weeks in advance

Booking 0-2 weeks in advance from CTU offers the lowest median airfares.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Mar, May

Flights from Chengdu tend to be cheaper in March and May.

🎯 Booking tip

Compare nearby airports first

Flights from TFU can be as low as $65, while flights from CTU start at $97.

Chengdu main airports to depart from

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

Cheapest

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport is ideal for travelers seeking newer facilities and potentially more flight options.

📍 ~46 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥726

Chengdu Shuangliu International (CTU)

Chengdu Shuangliu International is a convenient option for travelers prioritizing proximity to the city center.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥901

Airports nearby Chengdu used as alternative

Chongqing Jiangbei International (CKG)

Cheapest

Sri Lanka • Nov 2026

94% AI deal score

$1,534

$755

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Air China

Business Class

From TFU

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Jakarta

Indonesia • Oct 2026

94% AI deal score

$1,555

$755

Save $800

Air China

Business Class

From TFU

Elite

Brussels

Belgium • Oct 2026

94% AI deal score

$4,234

$2,417

Save $1,817

Hainan Airlines

Business Class

From TFU

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Istanbul

Turkey • Dec 2026

93% AI deal score

$3,570

$1,915

Save $1,655

Sichuan Airlines

Business Class

From TFU

Elite

Cairo

Egypt • Apr 2027

92% AI deal score

$4,035

$2,290

Save $1,745

Sichuan Airlines

Business Class

From TFU

Elite

Sydney

Australia • Dec 2026

92% AI deal score

$4,256

$2,488

Save $1,768

Sichuan Airlines

Business Class

From TFU

Elite

Melbourne

Australia • Oct 2026

91% AI deal score

$3,892

$2,476

Save $1,416

Sichuan Airlines

Business Class

From CTU

Elite

Osaka

Japan • Sep 2026

90% AI deal score

$2,229

$902

Save $1,327

Hainan Airlines

Business Class

From TFU

Elite

Istanbul

Turkey • Dec 2026

88% AI deal score

$2,418

$1,031

Save $1,387

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From TFU

Elite

Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia • Sep 2026

88% AI deal score

$1,220

$842

Save $378

Sichuan Airlines

Business Class

From TFU

Elite

Penang

Malaysia • Sep 2026

87% AI deal score

$1,167

$832

Save $335

Sichuan Airlines

Business Class

Booking Flights from Chengdu: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, travelers from Chengdu have found numerous destinations for under 750 CNY. For example, Jingzhou typically has a median price of 623 CNY, while Xiangyang averages 650 CNY. Other options include Hefei at 653 CNY and Shijiazhuang at 657 CNY. Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture also presents an affordable choice with a median price of 663 CNY, based on data from the trailing 90 days.

In the trailing 90 days, flights from Chengdu have historically reached 831 unique cities across 91 countries. The distribution of these destinations shows that 52% are within China. Other significant proportions include Australia at 6% and Thailand at 5% of the available routes.

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, some of the most frequently served routes from Chengdu include Istanbul in Turkey. Lijiang in China is also a popular destination. Additionally, Cairo in Egypt consistently ranks among the most popular routes for travelers departing from Chengdu.

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Flights from Chengdu: Overview

Insights for flights from Chengdu

Most popular airlines from Chengdu

Sichuan Airlines

Air China

China Eastern Airlines

Virgin Express

Hainan Airlines

China Southern Airlines

Xiamen Airlines

Shenzhen Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Chengdu soon

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CTU - Melbourne

Chengdu (CTU) - Melbourne (MEL)

Air China

CN¥5,207

CN¥3,839

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

TFU - Almaty

Chengdu (TFU) - Almaty (ALA)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥3,705

CN¥2,101

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

TFU - Istanbul

Chengdu (TFU) - Istanbul (SAW)

FlyAsianXpress

CN¥4,417

CN¥3,261

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CTU - Bangkok

Chengdu (CTU) - Bangkok (BKK)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥2,387

CN¥1,470

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CTU - Manila

Chengdu (CTU) - Manila (MNL)

Shenzhen Airlines

CN¥2,627

CN¥1,617

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CTU - Fukuoka

Chengdu (CTU) - Fukuoka (FUK)

Hong Kong Airlines

CN¥4,235

CN¥2,718

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Chengdu

Tbilisi

TOP

Georgia • Sep 2026

from

CN¥3,918

Nairobi

TOP

Kenya • Nov 2026

from

CN¥4,207

Dublin

TOP

Ireland • Oct 2026

from

CN¥4,327

Belgrade

TOP

Serbia • Nov 2026

from

CN¥4,475

Oslo

TOP

Norway • Dec 2026

from

CN¥4,791

Budapest

TOP

Hungary • Nov 2026

from

CN¥4,106

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Chengdu

-37%

TFU - Frankfurt

CN¥6,514 → CN¥4,134

-36%

CTU - Hagåtña

CN¥5,358 → CN¥3,436

-16%

CTU - St. Louis

CN¥10,657 → CN¥8,973

-32%

CTU - Melbourne

CN¥5,163 → CN¥3,537

Popular Airports from Chengdu

Chengdu airport insights

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Thu - Tue - Mon

The best days to find deals from CTU are Thursday, Tuesday, and Monday.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$322 direct / ~$731 roundtrip

The most affordable flights from Chengdu are to destinations within China, such as Lijiang and Kunming.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Air China, China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines

These full-service and low-cost carriers offer a mix of domestic and international flights from Chengdu.

⏱️ Best time to book

0-2 weeks in advance

Booking 0-2 weeks in advance from CTU offers the lowest median airfares.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Mar, May

Flights from Chengdu tend to be cheaper in March and May.

🎯 Booking tip

Compare nearby airports first

Flights from TFU can be as low as $65, while flights from CTU start at $97.

Chengdu main airports to depart from

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

Cheapest

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport is ideal for travelers seeking newer facilities and potentially more flight options.

📍 ~46 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥726

Chengdu Shuangliu International (CTU)

Chengdu Shuangliu International is a convenient option for travelers prioritizing proximity to the city center.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥901

Airports nearby Chengdu used as alternative

Chongqing Jiangbei International (CKG)

Cheapest

Chongqing Jiangbei International is a major international hub with an extensive route network.

Malaysia • Sep 2026

87% AI deal score

$1,167

$832

Save $335

Sichuan Airlines

Business Class

Booking Flights from Chengdu: Frequently Asked Questions

Cheap Flights from Chengdu

Today’s best flight deals from Chengdu

Flights from Chengdu: Overview

Insights for flights from Chengdu

Most popular airlines from Chengdu

Last-minute flights going from Chengdu soon

Most popular destinations to fly from Chengdu

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Chengdu

Popular Airports from Chengdu

Chengdu airport insights

Thu - Tue - Mon

From ~$322 direct / ~$731 roundtrip

Air China, China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines

0-2 weeks in advance

Mar, May

Compare nearby airports first

Chengdu main airports to depart from

Airports nearby Chengdu used as alternative

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Where can I fly from Chengdu for under 750 CNY?

How many destinations can I fly to from Chengdu?

Which routes from Chengdu are the most popular?

What's the typical flight distance from Chengdu?

What are the cheapest international destinations from Chengdu by country?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Chengdu?

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Flights from Chengdu: Overview

Insights for flights from Chengdu

Most popular airlines from Chengdu

Last-minute flights going from Chengdu soon

Most popular destinations to fly from Chengdu

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Chengdu

Popular Airports from Chengdu

Chengdu airport insights

Thu - Tue - Mon

From ~$322 direct / ~$731 roundtrip

Air China, China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines

0-2 weeks in advance

Mar, May

Compare nearby airports first

Chengdu main airports to depart from

Airports nearby Chengdu used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals from Chengdu

Best Elite deals from Chengdu

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Colombo

Jakarta

Brussels

Istanbul

Cairo

Sydney

Melbourne

Osaka

Istanbul

Kuala Lumpur

Penang

Booking Flights from Chengdu: Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I fly from Chengdu for under 750 CNY?

How many destinations can I fly to from Chengdu?

Which routes from Chengdu are the most popular?

What's the typical flight distance from Chengdu?

What are the cheapest international destinations from Chengdu by country?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Chengdu?

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