What airport do you fly into for flights to Chengdu?

Chengdu (CTU), located 15.1 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Chengdu.

Can I find cheaper flights to Chengdu if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Chengdu on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Chengdu?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Hainan Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Chengdu.

Where does the fastest flight to Chengdu depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Chengdu, Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (19 hours 35 minutes).

Does Chengdu have rental cars?

Yes. Those touching down at Chengdu can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Chengdu?

Yes. Chengdu has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Chengdu Aviation Hotel is the closest property to Chengdu (0.0 km away from Chengdu).

$530+ Flights to Chengdu, China

Flights to Chengdu in 2025

Return from	$838
One-way from	$530
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	June
Average price	$858
Good one-way deal	$1,303 or less

Air China
8/11-19/11
2 total stops
49h 15m total
Auckland to Chengdu

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Air China
23/10
1 total stop
30h 00m total
Auckland to Chengdu

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($376 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($99 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Cheapest flights to Chengdu
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Chengdu. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 12 July 2025.

Sat 8/1120:30AKL - CTU

1 stop30h 10mAir China

Wed 19/1118:30CTU - AKL

1 stop19h 05mAir China

Deal found 10/7$838

Mon 25/810:40AKL - CTU

2 stops33h 35mChina Eastern

Mon 1/913:30CTU - AKL

1 stop22h 15mChina Eastern

Deal found 11/7$956

Sat 23/820:40AKL - CTU

3 stops46h 30mMultiple Airlines

Sat 30/817:25CTU - AKL

2 stops21h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/7$1,390

Fri 22/821:25AKL - CTU

1 stop17h 15mChina Southern

Fri 5/917:00CTU - AKL

1 stop18h 35mChina Southern

Deal found 9/7$1,683

Best flights to Chengdu
Discover carefully curated flight deals to Chengdu that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 12 July 2025.

Sat 8/1120:30AKL - CTU

1 stop30h 10mAir China

Wed 19/1118:30CTU - AKL

1 stop19h 05mAir China

Deal found 10/7$838

Mon 25/810:40AKL - CTU

2 stops33h 35mChina Eastern

Mon 1/913:30CTU - AKL

1 stop22h 15mChina Eastern

Deal found 11/7$956

Mon 25/806:15AKL - CTU

2 stops32h 30mMultiple Airlines

Mon 1/915:00CTU - AKL

3 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/7$1,521

Thu 16/1022:25AKL - CTU

1 stop22h 15mChina Southern

Fri 24/1015:00CTU - AKL

2 stops27h 00mChina Southern

Deal found 10/7$2,183

One-way flights to Chengdu
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Thu 23/1020:30AKL - CTU

1 stop30h 00mAir China

Deal found 10/7$530

Wed 16/721:25AKL - CTU

1 stop29h 15mChina Southern

Deal found 10/7$554

Fri 15/810:40AKL - CTU

2 stops41h 45mChina Eastern

Deal found 10/7$572

Fri 15/820:40AKL - CTU

3 stops45h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/7$743

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Return

Price

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Sat 8/11

20:30-21:40

1 stop30h 10m

Chengdu

Wed 19/11

18:30-18:35

1 stop19h 05m

$838

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Mon 25/8

10:40-16:15

2 stops33h 35m

Chengdu

Mon 1/9

13:30-15:45

1 stop22h 15m

$956

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Mon 25/8

06:15-10:45

2 stops32h 30m

Chengdu

Mon 1/9

15:00-00:05

3 stops29h 05m

$1,521

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Thu 16/10

22:25-15:40

1 stop22h 15m

Chengdu

Fri 24/10

15:00-23:00

2 stops27h 00m

$2,183

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Thu 23/10

20:30-21:30

1 stop30h 00m

$530

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Wed 16/7

21:25-22:40

1 stop29h 15m

$554

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Fri 15/8

10:40-00:25

2 stops41h 45m

$572

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Fri 15/8

20:40-13:45

3 stops45h 05m

$743

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When is the best time to book a flight to Chengdu?

The price you pay for your flight to Chengdu may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 69 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Chengdu?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Chengdu takes 19 hours 35 minutes. Flights to Chengdu from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Chengdu?

The most popular airlines flying from Auckland to Chengdu are China Eastern, Air China and China Southern.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Chengdu?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Chengdu are Hainan Airlines, Air China and China Southern.

Rainfall in Chengdu by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chengdu ranges from 0.0 - 250.0 mm per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 250.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Chengdu when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Chengdu 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 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chengdu

Read through reviews of airlines serving China, such as China Southern, China Eastern, andAir China. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

China Southern

7.6

Good

103 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 3

10.0

Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

China Southern

7.6

Good

103 reviews

China Southern

7.6

Good

103 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 3

10.0

Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

China Eastern

7.2

Good

151 reviews

China Southern

7.6

Good

103 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 3

10.0

Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

Air China

7.2

Good

89 reviews

China Southern

7.6

Good

103 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 3

10.0

Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

FAQs about flying to Chengdu

What airport do you fly into for flights to Chengdu?
Chengdu (CTU), located 15.1 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Chengdu.
Can I find cheaper flights to Chengdu if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Chengdu on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Chengdu?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Hainan Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Chengdu.
Where does the fastest flight to Chengdu depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Chengdu, Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (19 hours 35 minutes).
Does Chengdu have rental cars?
Yes. Those touching down at Chengdu can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Chengdu?
Yes. Chengdu has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Chengdu Aviation Hotel is the closest property to Chengdu (0.0 km away from Chengdu).

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Best time to book a flight to Chengdu

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Chengdu

When is the best time to book a flight to Chengdu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Chengdu. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

How long is the flight to Chengdu?

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Chengdu?

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Chengdu?

Rainfall in Chengdu by month

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

Temperature in Chengdu by month

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Chengdu

Read through reviews of airlines serving China, such as China Southern, China Eastern, andAir China. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to Chengdu

What airport do you fly into for flights to Chengdu?

Can I find cheaper flights to Chengdu if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to Chengdu?

Where does the fastest flight to Chengdu depart from?

Does Chengdu have rental cars?

Are there hotels close to Chengdu?

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