$415+ Cheap flights from California to Chengdu (CTU)
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CTU
Mar 19 — Mar 261
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Chengdu flight deals. Data was last updated March 14, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $797 (FlightHub) |
One-way from | $415 (StudentUniverse) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $816 |
Good round-trip deal | $660 or less |
Good one-way deal | $333 or less |
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Cheapest flights from California to ChengduExplore the most affordable flight options available from California to Chengdu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 14, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Chengdu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 14, 2025.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/202:20 pmLAX - CTU
1 stop29h 10mAir China
Sun 4/279:00 pmCTU - LAX
1 stop38h 10mAir China
Deal found 3/12![Air China logo]()
$747
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/1712:35 amSFO - CTU
2 stops24h 45mChina Southern
Thu 5/221:00 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops22h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 3/13![China Southern logo]()
$805
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/2512:30 pmLAX - CTU
1 stop22h 00mChina Eastern
Tue 5/66:55 amCTU - LAX
1 stop18h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/12![China Eastern logo]()
$860
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/242:27 pmSAN - CTU
2 stops32h 28mAir China
Sun 5/119:00 amCTU - SAN
2 stops23h 51mAir China
Deal found 3/13![Air China logo]()
$921
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/1412:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/219:00 amCTU - SFO
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$956
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/261:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop29h 55mAir China
Tue 5/139:00 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop28h 30mAir China
Deal found 3/13![Air China logo]()
$959
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/2612:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop33h 15mChina Eastern
Mon 5/126:55 amCTU - SFO
1 stop17h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/13![China Eastern logo]()
$1,023
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1112:30 pmLAX - CTU
1 stop35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/184:00 pmCTU - LAX
1 stop19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,086
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/211:50 pmLAX - CTU
2 stops31h 05mChina Southern
Fri 5/235:00 pmCTU - LAX
1 stop17h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 3/12![China Southern logo]()
$1,092
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/136:00 amLAS - CTU
2 stops25h 35mAir China
Sat 4/197:00 amCTU - LAS
2 stops22h 54mAir China
Deal found 3/13![Air China logo]()
$1,209
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/17:00 amLAX - CTU
2 stops23h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/1011:00 amCTU - LAX
2 stops21h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/13![United Airlines logo]()
$1,255
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/248:29 amSAN - CTU
3 stops34h 26mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/119:00 amCTU - SAN
3 stops29h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,269
Find flights from California to Chengdu within your budget
Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 14, 2025.
Fly from
California
Fly to
Chengdu
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Los AngelesChengdu
LAX - CTU
LAXCTU
Los Angeles
Sun 4/20
2:20 pm-10:30 am
1 stop29h 10m
Chengdu
Sun 4/27
9:00 pm-8:10 pm
1 stop38h 10m
$747
Los AngelesChengdu
LAX - CTU
LAXCTU
Los Angeles
Tue 3/25
12:30 pm-1:30 am
1 stop22h 00m
Chengdu
Tue 5/6
6:55 am-10:05 am
1 stop18h 10m
$860
San DiegoChengdu
SAN - CTU
SANCTU
San Diego
Thu 4/24
2:27 pm-1:55 pm
2 stops32h 28m
Chengdu
Sun 5/11
9:00 am-5:51 pm
2 stops23h 51m
$921
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Mon 4/14
12:00 pm-12:15 pm
1 stop33h 15m
Chengdu
Mon 4/21
9:00 am-8:30 pm
2 stops26h 30m
$956
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Sat 4/26
1:00 pm-9:55 am
1 stop29h 55m
Chengdu
Tue 5/13
9:00 pm-10:30 am
1 stop28h 30m
$959
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Sat 4/26
12:00 pm-12:15 pm
1 stop33h 15m
Chengdu
Mon 5/12
6:55 am-9:30 am
1 stop17h 35m
$1,023
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Tue 5/13
12:35 am-10:45 am
1 stop19h 10m
Chengdu
Sun 6/8
10:00 pm-8:30 pm
2 stops37h 30m
$1,043
Los AngelesChengdu
LAX - CTU
LAXCTU
Los Angeles
Fri 4/11
12:30 pm-3:15 pm
1 stop35h 45m
Chengdu
Fri 4/18
4:00 pm-8:10 pm
1 stop19h 10m
$1,086
Los AngelesChengdu
LAX - CTU
LAXCTU
Los Angeles
Fri 5/2
11:50 pm-9:55 pm
2 stops31h 05m
Chengdu
Fri 5/23
5:00 pm-7:40 pm
1 stop17h 40m
$1,092
Las VegasChengdu
LAS - CTU
LASCTU
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Sun 4/13
6:00 am-10:35 pm
2 stops25h 35m
Chengdu
Sat 4/19
7:00 am-2:54 pm
2 stops22h 54m
$1,209
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Travel insights for flights from California to Chengdu
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Chengdu?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Chengdu (average of $885). Flying from California to Chengdu in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,868). 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.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to CTU?
Find hourly flight availability from California to Chengdu. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 14, 2025.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Chengdu as you normally would.
Rainfall in Chengdu by month
Plan your trip to Chengdu by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chengdu ranges from 0.0 - 9.8 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 9.8 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chengdu when rainfall is around 0.0 in.
Temperature in Chengdu by month
Plan your trip to Chengdu by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chengdu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 42.8 F).
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 March 14, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Japan Airlines, China Southern and Air France from California to Chengdu by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.4
Comfort
8.2
Food
7.7
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.7
Overall
8.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
L,Nov 2024
SNA - SEA
Boarding
8.4
Comfort
8.2
Food
7.7
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.7
Overall
8.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
L,Nov 2024
SNA - SEA
Boarding
8.4
Comfort
8.2
Food
7.7
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.7
Overall
8.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
L,Nov 2024
SNA - SEA
Boarding
8.4
Comfort
8.2
Food
7.7
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.7
Overall
8.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
L,Nov 2024
SNA - SEA
Boarding
8.4
Comfort
8.2
Food
7.7
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.7
Overall
8.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
L,Nov 2024
SNA - SEA
Boarding
8.4
Comfort
8.2
Food
7.7
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.7
Overall
8.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
L,Nov 2024
SNA - SEA
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$762 | Average$1,434 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$763 | Average$960 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$771 | Average$1,110 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$776 | Average$1,379 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$931 | Average$1,047 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$1,145 | Average$1,745 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |