What's the typical flight distance from Chengdu?

Historically, flights departing from Chengdu show a varied distribution in terms of distance. A substantial 66% of flights are categorized as long-haul. Medium-haul flights make up 32% of the routes from Chengdu. Short-haul flights represent a smaller portion, accounting for 2% of the total flight distances in the trailing 90 days.

What are the cheapest international destinations from Chengdu by country?

In the trailing 90 days, several international destinations from Chengdu have shown competitive median prices. For instance, flights to Brisbane, Australia, typically have a median price of 887 CNY. Travelers looking towards Southeast Asia might find Phitsanulok, Thailand, with a median price of 1022 CNY, or Hanoi, Vietnam, at 1110 CNY. For Northeast Asia, Seoul, South Korea, historically has a median price of 1310 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 flight price of $685. These trends are based on data from the trailing quarter.

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China • Aug 2026

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China • Jul 2026

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Travelers departing from Chengdu can reach a substantial number of destinations, with 831 unique cities available over the last 90 days. The majority of recent fares from Chengdu are for flights within China, accounting for 52% of the total. Beyond domestic travel, Australia represents 6% of recent fares, followed by Thailand at 5%. These figures highlight a strong focus on regional travel, with significant international reach to specific countries.

For those seeking cheap flights from Chengdu, the most economical options right now include destinations within China. You can find fares to Jiuzhaigou County starting from CNY 677. Other affordable routes include flights to Xi'an, with prices beginning at CNY 874, and trips to Lijiang, available from CNY 881. These prices reflect the current cheapest fares for various destinations from Chengdu.

When considering flight distances from Chengdu, the route mix shows a clear preference for longer journeys. Long-haul flights constitute 66% of recent routes, indicating that the majority of trips from Chengdu are long-distance international trips. Medium-haul flights make up 32% of the routes, while short-haul flights are a minor segment at just 2%.

Looking at direct flights from Chengdu, 17.7% of recent fares are non-stop. This indicates that connecting flights are the dominant option for travelers departing from Chengdu, with a smaller proportion of routes offering direct service.

The most frequently discounted destination from Chengdu recently is Istanbul, Turkey. Following Istanbul, Lijiang, China, appears often in recent fare observations. Another popular route for travelers from Chengdu is to Cairo, Egypt, which also frequently features among recent fares over the last 90 days.

Most popular airlines from Chengdu

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Air China

China Eastern Airlines

China Southern Airlines

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Tue, Jul 21

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CTU - Frankfurt

Chengdu (CTU) - Frankfurt (FRA)

China Eastern Airlines

$988

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TFU - Vancouver

Chengdu (TFU) - Vancouver (YVR)

Hong Kong Airlines

$1,143

$791

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TFU - Budapest

Chengdu (TFU) - Budapest (BUD)

Hainan Airlines

$855

$648

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TFU - Brussels

Chengdu (TFU) - Brussels (BRU)

Hainan Airlines

$837

$659

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CTU - Milan

Chengdu (CTU) - Milan (MXP)

China Eastern Airlines

$931

$683

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Tue, Jul 21

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TFU - Kashgar

Chengdu (TFU) - Kashgar (KHG)

China Southern Airlines

$737

$365

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Egypt • Mar 2027

from

$554

Barcelona

TOP

Spain • Jul 2026

from

$564

Amsterdam

TOP

Netherlands • Mar 2027

from

$651

São Paulo

TOP

Brazil • Mar 2027

from

$1,143

Istanbul

TOP

Turkey • Aug 2026

from

$570

Milan

TOP

Italy • Jul 2026

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$578

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-31%

TFU - São Paulo

$1,664 → $1,143

-32%

CTU - Mahé

$1,224 → $832

-38%

CTU - Frankfurt

$988 → $611

-40%

TFU - Cairo

$928 → $554

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Flights from TFU can be as low as $56, while CTU starts at $78.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Jan, Dec, Feb

Flights from Chengdu tend to be lower priced in Jan, Dec, and Feb.

⏱️ Best time to book

0-2 weeks in advance

Booking 0-2 weeks in advance from CTU tends to offer the lowest prices.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Sichuan Airlines, Air China, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines

A mix of full-service and regional carriers offer flights from Chengdu.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$386 direct / ~$677 roundtrip

Ultra-low fares cluster on routes to China, including Jiuzhaigou County, Xi'an, and Lijiang.

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Thu - Sat - Tue

Flights from CTU are cheapest on Thu, Sat, and Tue, with prices starting from $59.

Chengdu main airports to depart from

Chengdu Shuangliu International (CTU)

Cheapest

Chengdu Shuangliu International is a convenient option for travelers seeking flights from Chengdu.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥860

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport serves various routes for travelers departing from the Chengdu area.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥874

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Chongqing Jiangbei International (CKG)

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

📍 ~265 km from Chengdu (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥833

Mianyang Nanjiao (MIG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~115 km from Chengdu (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥820

Yibin Caiba (YBP)

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

📍 ~202 km from Chengdu (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,511

Nanchong Gaoping (NAO)

Nanchong Gaoping serves as a key regional airport for eastern Sichuan, offering viable domestic routes.

📍 ~202 km from Chengdu (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥982

Luzhou Yunlong (LZO)

Luzhou Yunlong is a modern regional airport facility, serving as an alternative for southern Sichuan travel.

📍 ~230 km from Chengdu (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,016

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Booking Flights from Chengdu: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, travelers from Chengdu have found numerous destinations for under 750 CNY. For example, flights to Jingzhou typically have a median price of 623 CNY. Other affordable options include Xiangyang, with a median price of 650 CNY, and Hefei, at a median of 653 CNY. Across the trailing quarter, destinations like Shijiazhuang and Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture also showed median prices under 670 CNY, making them attractive choices for budget-conscious travelers.

In the trailing 90 days, flights from Chengdu historically reached 831 unique cities. These destinations span 91 different countries. A significant portion of these flights, 52%, are to cities within China. Other notable countries include Australia, accounting for 6% of destinations, and Thailand, representing 5% of the available routes.

Across the trailing quarter, some of the most frequently served routes from Chengdu include destinations like Istanbul, Turkey. Another popular route is to Lijiang, China, which is a common choice for travelers. Additionally, flights to Cairo, Egypt, have historically been among the most popular options for departures from Chengdu.

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