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$404+ Cheap flights from Riverside, CA 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 4/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CTU
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Riverside to Chengdu are usually found in February or January, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Riverside to Chengdu

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Riverside to Chengdu flight deals. Data was last updated February 22, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$731
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$404
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$886
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Cheapest flights from Riverside to Chengdu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riverside to Chengdu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Tue 3/1110:00 pmLAX - CTU
1 stop34h 15mAir China
Tue 3/182:00 pmCTU - LAX
1 stop20h 00mAir China
Deal found 2/22$731
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/812:30 pmLAX - CTU
1 stop32h 45mChina Eastern
Mon 7/141:30 pmCTU - LAX
1 stop35h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 2/21$745
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2410:00 pmLAX - CTU
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/175:00 pmCTU - LAX
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$917
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/87:55 pmLAX - CTU
2 stops35h 45mChina Southern
Tue 4/227:30 pmCTU - LAX
2 stops39h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 2/21$1,146
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 3/46:00 amLAX - CTU
2 stops27h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 3/1411:00 amCTU - LAX
2 stops24h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$1,255

Find flights from Riverside to Chengdu within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Riverside 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 February 22, 2025.

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Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Tue 3/11

10:00 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop34h 15m

Chengdu

Tue 3/18

2:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$731

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Tue 4/8

12:30 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop32h 45m

Chengdu

Mon 7/14

1:30 pm-10:05 am

1 stop35h 35m

$745

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Sun 3/23

2:20 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops31h 05m

Chengdu

Fri 3/28

5:30 pm-10:05 am

1 stop31h 35m

$927

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Tue 4/8

7:55 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops35h 45m

Chengdu

Tue 4/22

7:30 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops39h 10m

$1,146

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Tue 3/4

6:00 am-1:00 am

2 stops27h 00m

Chengdu

Fri 3/14

11:00 am-8:25 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$1,255

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Tue 3/11

4:40 pm-11:55 am

2 stops52h 15m

Chengdu

Tue 3/18

5:35 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops35h 15m

$1,955

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Thu 4/10

6:55 am-9:30 pm

2 stops23h 35m

Chengdu

Fri 7/11

10:00 am-9:28 pm

2 stops26h 28m

$2,041

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Sat 4/26

11:50 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$404

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Tue 4/1

10:00 pm-11:15 am

1 stop22h 15m

$411

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Tue 2/25

9:05 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop24h 20m

$419

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Best time to book a flight from Riverside to Chengdu

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Travel insights for flights from Riverside to Chengdu

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Riverside to Chengdu including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Riverside to Chengdu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Riverside to Chengdu. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Riverside to Chengdu, you should look to book at least 85 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Riverside to Chengdu?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Chengdu (average of $885). Flying from Riverside 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 R1V to CTU?

Find hourly flight availability from Riverside 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 February 22, 2025.

When flying from Riverside to Chengdu, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 February 22, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Japan Airlines, Emirates and China Southern from Riverside to Chengdu have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,278 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

China Southern
7.6
Good
87 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Riverside to Chengdu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chengdu from Riverside?

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Chengdu is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chengdu from Riverside. Booking flights from Riverside to Chengdu (CTU) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Riverside from 4 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Riverside to Chengdu one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with China Southern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $404. Air China flights start at $419 while deals on China Eastern start at $550 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Riverside to Chengdu that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Riverside to Chengdu flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Riverside to Chengdu?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Riverside to Chengdu.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Riverside to Chengdu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riverside to Chengdu by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Riverside to Chengdu?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Chengdu (average of $885). Flying from Riverside 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.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Riverside to Chengdu

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Riverside to Chengdu. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$763Average$998FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
China EasternCheapest$771Average$1,067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
China SouthernCheapest$776Average$1,363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air ChinaCheapest$803Average$1,137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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