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$449+ Cheap flights from Chengdu (CTU) to San Francisco (SFO)

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 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CTU — SFO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chengdu to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chengdu (CTU) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,065
(China Southern)

One-way from

$449
(KAYAK)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,148
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Cheapest flights from Chengdu to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chengdu to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sun 5/189:30 pmCTU - SFO
3 stops38h 00mChina Southern
Mon 11/1711:35 pmSFO - CTU
2 stops26h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 2/20$1,065
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2010:00 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop27h 30mAir China
Wed 9/171:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop29h 55mAir China
Deal found 2/20$1,095
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/206:55 amCTU - SFO
2 stops31h 21mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/196:00 amSFO - CTU
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,223
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Mon 5/196:55 amCTU - SFO
1 stop17h 35mChina Eastern
Thu 11/2012:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop20h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 2/20$1,234
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/1710:00 amCTU - SFO
2 stops20h 07mAir Canada
Sun 11/167:00 amSFO - CTU
2 stops23h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 2/20$1,740
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Wed 5/211:30 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops43h 45mAir France
Tue 11/183:25 pmSFO - CTU
2 stops53h 10mAir France
Deal found 2/20$2,533
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Mon 2/2411:00 amCTU - SFO
1 stop19h 50mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/910:35 amSFO - CTU
1 stop19h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$3,447

Find flights from Chengdu to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chengdu to San Francisco 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 20, 2025.

Fly from

Chengdu

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChengduSan Francisco

CTU - SFO

CTUSFO

Chengdu

Sun 5/18

9:30 pm-8:30 pm

3 stops38h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 11/17

11:35 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$1,065

ChengduSan Francisco

CTU - SFO

CTUSFO

Chengdu

Tue 5/20

10:00 pm-10:30 am

1 stop27h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 9/17

1:00 pm-9:55 am

1 stop29h 55m

$1,095

ChengduSan Francisco

CTU - SFO

CTUSFO

Chengdu

Tue 5/20

6:55 am-11:16 pm

2 stops31h 21m

San Francisco

Wed 11/19

6:00 am-12:55 am

2 stops26h 55m

$1,223

ChengduSan Francisco

CTU - SFO

CTUSFO

Chengdu

Mon 5/19

6:55 am-9:30 am

1 stop17h 35m

San Francisco

Thu 11/20

12:00 pm-12:55 am

1 stop20h 55m

$1,234

ChengduSan Francisco

CTU - SFO

CTUSFO

Chengdu

Sat 5/17

10:00 am-3:07 pm

2 stops20h 07m

San Francisco

Sun 11/16

7:00 am-10:25 pm

2 stops23h 25m

$1,740

ChengduSan Francisco

CTU - SFO

CTUSFO

Chengdu

Wed 5/21

1:30 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops43h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 11/18

3:25 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops53h 10m

$2,533

ChengduSan Francisco

CTU - SFO

CTUSFO

Chengdu

Tue 5/20

8:00 am-2:10 pm

1 stop21h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 11/19

11:25 pm-5:55 am

Nonstop14h 30m

$11,623

ChengduSan Francisco

CTU - SFO

CTUSFO

Chengdu

Sun 5/18

7:00 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops40h 30m

$449

ChengduSan Francisco

CTU - SFO

CTUSFO

Chengdu

Tue 5/20

2:30 pm-12:06 am

2 stops24h 36m

$493

ChengduSan Francisco

CTU - SFO

CTUSFO

Chengdu

Sun 5/18

1:30 pm-9:30 am

1 stop35h 00m

$496

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Compare providers for flights from Chengdu to San Francisco

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 Chengdu to San Francisco in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chengdu-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chengdu-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chengdu-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chengdu-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Chengdu-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Chengdu to San Francisco

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chengdu to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Chengdu to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 CTU to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Chengdu to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

When flying from Chengdu to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 4% versus a flight at noon.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
China Southern
7.6
Good
87 reviews

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 1

6.0
Good

Teak,Jun 2024

CAN - NRT

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

China Southern
7.6
Good
87 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
87 reviews

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 1

6.0
Good

Teak,Jun 2024

CAN - NRT

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

Air France
7.4
Good
1,449 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
87 reviews

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 1

6.0
Good

Teak,Jun 2024

CAN - NRT

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
87 reviews

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 1

6.0
Good

Teak,Jun 2024

CAN - NRT

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,748 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
87 reviews

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 1

6.0
Good

Teak,Jun 2024

CAN - NRT

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chengdu to San Francisco round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,065, China Southern will fly you from Chengdu to San Francisco and back. In addition to China Southern, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air China and China Eastern - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,095 and $1,234, respectively. China Southern is priced at 19% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $449 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from China Southern. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air China and China Eastern, with prices starting from $493 and $496, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chengdu to San Francisco?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chengdu to San Francisco 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 Chengdu to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chengdu to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Chengdu to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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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Air ChinaCheapest$960Average$1,217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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