$445+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.The best prices from San Francisco to Chengdu are usually found in November or January, booked 1 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Friday
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 November 20, 2024.
Most accurate provider | AranGrant 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | AranGrant 3 stars |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | November |
Round-trip from | $808 (Gotogate) |
One-way from | $445 (oojo) |
Find flight deals from San Francisco to Chengdu
Cheapest flights from San Francisco to ChengduExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Chengdu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Chengdu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
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Return
Price
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Thu 12/5
11:35 pm-4:20 pm
2 stops24h 45m
Chengdu
Thu 12/26
12:25 pm-7:40 pm
2 stops23h 15m
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Thu 2/13
12:00 pm-1:30 am
1 stop21h 30m
Chengdu
Sun 3/9
2:35 pm-9:00 am
1 stop34h 25m
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Sat 11/30
12:05 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop19h 30m
Chengdu
Wed 12/11
9:00 am-9:50 am
1 stop16h 50m
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Sat 11/30
3:30 pm-5:35 pm
2 stops34h 05m
Chengdu
Wed 12/11
9:00 am-9:50 am
1 stop16h 50m
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Tue 1/28
8:35 pm-12:55 am
2 stops36h 20m
Chengdu
Wed 2/26
5:30 pm-6:45 pm
2 stops41h 15m
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Wed 12/25
10:55 am-10:25 pm
1 stop19h 30m
Chengdu
Fri 1/24
8:00 am-2:50 pm
1 stop22h 50m
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Mon 12/2
11:35 pm-4:20 pm
2 stops24h 45m
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Mon 1/6
8:04 am-9:40 am
3 stops57h 36m
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Mon 12/2
12:00 pm-12:35 pm
1 stop32h 35m
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Fri 1/3
10:55 am-10:25 pm
1 stop19h 30m
Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Chengdu
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Chengdu in November.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Chengdu flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Chengdu flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Chengdu flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Chengdu flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Chengdu flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Chengdu
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chengdu from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Chengdu
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Chengdu including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
How far ahead should I 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 November 15, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Chengdu, you should look to book at least 1 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 San Francisco to Chengdu?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Chengdu (average of $885). Flying from San Francisco to Chengdu in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,814). 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 SFO to CTU?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 November 20, 2024.
It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Chengdu in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 48% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.
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 November 20, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown China Southern and Lufthansa 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.
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I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.
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I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.
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I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.
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Comfort
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I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.
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Food
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I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.
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Top 6 airlines flying from San Francisco to Chengdu
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$896 | Average$1,195 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$903 | Average$1,403 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$931 | Average$1,266 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$978 | Average$1,673 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$1,145 | Average$1,545 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$1,371 | Average$1,485 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% |