Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Chengdu (CTU) from $747
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SFO — CTU
May 25 — Jun 11
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The best prices from San Francisco to Chengdu are usually found in March or January, booked 29 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Monday
Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Chengdu
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Chengdu (CTU). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
Popular in | July |
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Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $1,570 |
Round-trip from | $1,098 |
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Chengdu?
Flights from San Francisco to Chengdu are found to be more expensive on Saturday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Chengdu.
How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Chengdu?
Users have found that booking a flight from San Francisco to Chengdu at least 30 days early can save you up to 28% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 30 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from San Francisco to Chengdu for as little as $1,026 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $1,257 for flights departing within the next 3 days.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Chengdu?
Our data shows that March tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Chengdu from San Francisco. Users have commonly found prices around $1,485 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $1,006. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in July.
When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Chengdu (SFO - CTU)?
It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Chengdu in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 49% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.
Cheap Air China flights from San Francisco to Chengdu
Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air China for the route between San Francisco and Chengdu. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,663,308 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
Consider these cheap Air China flights we've found departing from San Francisco to Chengdu. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Sat 8/171:20 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop18h 05mAir China
Wed 10/99:00 amCTU - SFO
1 stop16h 50mAir China
Deal found 5/19$1,438
Sat 8/171:20 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop19h 15mAir China
Tue 10/89:00 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop28h 50mAir China
Deal found 5/19$1,504
Sat 8/171:20 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop18h 05mAir China
Fri 10/119:45 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop28h 05mAir China
Deal found 5/19$1,528
Sat 7/61:20 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop20h 35mAir China
Fri 7/194:00 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop33h 50mAir China
Deal found 5/20$2,131
Sat 6/81:20 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop31h 05mAir China
Sat 6/229:00 amCTU - SFO
1 stop16h 50mAir China
Deal found 5/19$2,202
Wed 6/191:20 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop20h 35mAir China
Fri 7/199:00 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop28h 50mAir China
Deal found 5/19$2,386
Sat 7/61:20 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop19h 15mAir China
Tue 7/169:45 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop28h 05mAir China
Deal found 5/19$2,445
Sat 7/61:20 pmSFO - CTU
2 stops30h 10mAir China
Wed 7/179:00 amCTU - SFO
1 stop16h 50mAir China
Deal found 5/19$2,462
Tue 5/2810:35 amSFO - CTU
1 stop22h 00mAir China
Sun 6/167:25 amCTU - SFO
1 stop21h 30mAir China
Deal found 5/19$3,392
Cheap China Eastern flights from San Francisco to Chengdu
Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by China Eastern for the route between San Francisco and Chengdu. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,663,308 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest China Eastern flights traveling from San Francisco to Chengdu. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Sat 8/1712:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop32h 05mChina Eastern
Mon 10/76:55 amCTU - SFO
1 stop17h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/19$1,561
Sat 6/112:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop33h 15mChina Eastern
Thu 6/136:55 amCTU - SFO
1 stop17h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/20$1,822
Thu 7/412:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop39h 30mChina Eastern
Thu 7/186:55 amCTU - SFO
1 stop17h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/20$1,927
Mon 6/1712:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop33h 15mChina Eastern
Mon 6/246:55 amCTU - SFO
1 stop17h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/20$1,942
Sat 7/612:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop33h 15mChina Eastern
Thu 7/186:55 amCTU - SFO
1 stop17h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/20$1,950
Tue 5/288:20 amSFO - CTU
2 stops39h 55mChina Eastern
Sun 6/161:30 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop34h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/19$1,997
Thu 6/612:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop33h 15mChina Eastern
Thu 6/276:55 amCTU - SFO
1 stop17h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/19$2,004
Sat 6/112:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop33h 15mChina Eastern
Fri 6/141:30 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop34h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/20$2,011
Fri 6/146:30 amSFO - CTU
2 stops41h 45mChina Eastern
Sat 10/126:55 amCTU - SFO
1 stop17h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/19$2,020
Cheap San Francisco to Chengdu flights in May & June 2024
Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Chengdu specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,663,308 searches. Prices were last updated on May 20, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from San Francisco to Chengdu in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Mon 5/2712:35 amSFO - CTU
2 stops26h 05mChina Southern
Sun 6/167:30 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops64h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 5/19$1,583
Mon 5/2012:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop20h 55mChina Eastern
Mon 5/277:50 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops37h 38mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/19$1,587
Sat 5/2512:50 amSFO - CTU
3 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/48:00 amCTU - SFO
2 stops21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,613
Sun 5/264:45 pmSFO - CTU
3 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/48:00 amCTU - SFO
2 stops21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,625
Mon 5/2712:35 amSFO - CTU
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/169:30 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops62h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,689
Sat 5/2512:50 amSFO - CTU
2 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/49:45 amCTU - SFO
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,695
Sun 5/1912:50 amSFO - CTU
3 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/278:30 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,770
Sat 5/2512:50 amSFO - CTU
3 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/43:00 pmCTU - SFO
3 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,785
Sun 5/264:45 pmSFO - CTU
3 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/43:00 pmCTU - SFO
3 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,800
San Francisco to Chengdu 2024 flight deals
Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Chengdu in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,663,308 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from San Francisco to Chengdu in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Sat 9/2812:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop33h 15mChina Eastern
Sun 10/61:30 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop34h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/19$1,034
Sat 9/2812:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop36h 15mChina Eastern
Wed 10/91:30 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop34h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/19$1,072
Thu 11/1411:35 pmSFO - CTU
2 stops44h 20mChina Southern
Tue 11/261:35 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop22h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 5/18$1,078
Sat 9/2812:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop36h 15mChina Eastern
Sat 10/56:55 amCTU - SFO
1 stop17h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/19$1,080
Wed 9/258:30 amSFO - CTU
2 stops36h 45mChina Eastern
Mon 11/189:05 amCTU - SFO
2 stops21h 38mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/19$1,085
Sat 9/2812:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop33h 15mChina Eastern
Wed 10/96:55 amCTU - SFO
2 stops22h 48mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/19$1,087
Sat 9/2812:55 pmSFO - CTU
2 stops56h 20mChina Eastern
Sun 10/61:30 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop34h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/19$1,121
Mon 8/1912:35 amSFO - CTU
2 stops43h 05mChina Southern
Wed 10/97:00 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops40h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 5/19$1,128
Sat 9/2812:55 pmSFO - CTU
2 stops59h 20mChina Eastern
Tue 10/86:55 amCTU - SFO
2 stops24h 52mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/19$1,129
Non-stop flights to Chengdu from San Francisco
Discover non-stop flight options from San Francisco to Chengdu. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,663,308 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
For a quicker trip, book one of these direct flights from San Francisco to Chengdu. Select from other flights from San Francisco to Chengdu by using the search form above.
Wed 11/1312:25 amSFO - CTU
Nonstop14h 30mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/139:50 amCTU - SFO
Nonstop12h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/19$15,062
San Francisco to Chengdu flights leaving soon
Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco to Chengdu for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,663,308 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
Book one of these great deals on flights from San Francisco to Chengdu. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Mon 5/2712:35 amSFO - CTU
2 stops26h 05mChina Southern
Sun 6/167:30 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops64h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 5/19$1,583
Sat 5/2512:50 amSFO - CTU
3 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/48:00 amCTU - SFO
2 stops21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,613
Sun 5/264:45 pmSFO - CTU
3 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/48:00 amCTU - SFO
2 stops21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,625
Mon 5/2712:35 amSFO - CTU
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/169:30 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops62h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,689
Sat 5/2512:50 amSFO - CTU
2 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/49:45 amCTU - SFO
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,695
Sat 5/2512:50 amSFO - CTU
3 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/43:00 pmCTU - SFO
3 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,785
Sun 5/264:45 pmSFO - CTU
3 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/43:00 pmCTU - SFO
3 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,800
Sun 5/264:45 pmSFO - CTU
3 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/45:30 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,840
Sat 5/2512:35 amSFO - CTU
1 stop20h 10mChina Southern
Tue 6/45:00 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop18h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 5/19$1,903
One-way flights to Chengdu from San Francisco
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Chengdu. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,663,308 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from San Francisco to Chengdu. Those seeking round-trip flights from San Francisco to Chengdu should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Wed 7/312:41 pmSFO - CTU
2 stops30h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$747
Tue 7/3012:50 amSFO - CTU
3 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$952
Wed 7/311:20 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop20h 35mAir China
Deal found 5/19$976
Tue 7/3012:35 amSFO - CTU
1 stop31h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 5/19$977
Tue 7/301:05 amSFO - CTU
2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,052
Thu 6/1312:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop32h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/19$1,165
Fri 6/143:00 pmSFO - CTU
2 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,281
Wed 6/121:05 amSFO - CTU
3 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,293
Fri 6/143:00 pmSFO - CTU
3 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,308
Find flights from San Francisco to Chengdu within your budget
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Chengdu that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,663,308 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
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San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Sat 8/17
1 stop18h 05m
Chengdu
Wed 10/9
1 stop16h 50m
$1,438
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Sat 8/17
1 stop19h 15m
Chengdu
Tue 10/8
1 stop28h 50m
$1,504
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Sat 8/17
1 stop18h 05m
Chengdu
Fri 10/11
1 stop28h 05m
$1,528
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Sat 8/17
1 stop32h 05m
Chengdu
Mon 10/7
1 stop17h 10m
$1,561
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Mon 5/27
2 stops26h 05m
Chengdu
Sun 6/16
2 stops64h 10m
$1,583
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Sat 5/25
3 stops31h 50m
Chengdu
Tue 6/4
2 stops21h 55m
$1,613
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Sun 5/26
3 stops34h 15m
Chengdu
Tue 6/4
2 stops21h 55m
$1,625
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Sun 6/16
3 stops31h 50m
Chengdu
Mon 6/24
2 stops22h 30m
$1,626
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Sun 5/26
1 stop20h 15m
Chengdu
Tue 6/4
1 stop22h 45m
$2,437
When is the best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Chengdu?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Chengdu. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Chengdu, you should look to book at least 29 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Chengdu?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Chengdu. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Chengdu flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Average price of flights to Chengdu by month
Plan your trip from San Francisco to Chengdu by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Francisco to Chengdu is currently $1,083 while a round-trip flight costs $1,657. Price data was last updated on May 19, 2024.
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Chengdu (average of $1,098). Flying from San Francisco to Chengdu in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,829). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
January
$1,256
February
$1,292
March
$1,098
April
$1,251
May
$1,519
June
$1,637
July
$1,829
August
$1,266
September
$1,357
October
$1,349
November
$1,290
December
$1,633
Temperature and rainfall in Chengdu by month
Plan your trip to Chengdu by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.
CTU Temperature | 42.8 - 77 °F |
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Reviews of airlines servicing Chengdu
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chengdu. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chengdu. Reviews last updated May 20, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air China, China Eastern and China Southern from San Francisco to Chengdu. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
10,884 reviews
Food
6.7
Crew
8.1
Comfort
7.2
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.4
Reviews
1 / 10
Everything was executed efficiently, orderly and with a caring and pleasant manner
10,884 reviews
10,884 reviews
Food
6.7
Crew
8.1
Comfort
7.2
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.4
Reviews
1 / 10
Everything was executed efficiently, orderly and with a caring and pleasant manner
494 reviews
10,884 reviews
Food
6.7
Crew
8.1
Comfort
7.2
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.4
Reviews
1 / 10
Everything was executed efficiently, orderly and with a caring and pleasant manner
419 reviews
10,884 reviews
Food
6.7
Crew
8.1
Comfort
7.2
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.4
Reviews
1 / 10
Everything was executed efficiently, orderly and with a caring and pleasant manner
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