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$860+ Cheap flights to Chengdu

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 31/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— CTU
24 Jul — 31 Jul1
1 adult

Flights to Chengdu in 2025

Find the latest flights to Chengdu in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 19 July 2025.

Return from

$860

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$924

Good one-way deal

$1,313 or less
Air China
  • Air China
  • 31/7-13/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 30m total
  • Auckland to Chengdu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($343 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($96 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in July 2025
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Auckland Intl to Chengdu.
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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 19 July 2025.

Thu 31/719:30AKL - CTU
1 stop30h 00mAir China
Wed 13/820:00CTU - AKL
1 stop17h 30mAir China
Deal found 18/7$860
Fri 15/810:40AKL - CTU
2 stops33h 35mChina Eastern
Tue 26/817:25CTU - AKL
2 stops21h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 17/7$952
Fri 15/821:25AKL - CTU
1 stop22h 15mChina Southern
Tue 26/819:00CTU - AKL
1 stop16h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 18/7$1,355
Thu 31/721:25AKL - CTU
1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 13/817:00CTU - AKL
2 stops17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7$1,482

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Thu 31/7

19:30-21:30

1 stop30h 00m

Chengdu

Wed 13/8

20:00-17:30

1 stop17h 30m

$860

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Fri 15/8

10:40-16:15

2 stops33h 35m

Chengdu

Tue 26/8

17:25-18:30

2 stops21h 05m

$952

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Fri 15/8

21:25-15:40

1 stop22h 15m

Chengdu

Tue 26/8

19:00-15:35

1 stop16h 35m

$1,355

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Thu 31/7

21:25-11:45

1 stop18h 20m

Chengdu

Wed 13/8

17:00-14:55

2 stops17h 55m

$1,482

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Deals found on 18/7

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 18 July 2025.

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 15 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.

China Eastern
China Eastern
From $337
Air China
Air China
From $331
China Southern
China Southern
From $337
Hainan Airlines
Hainan Airlines
From $292

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

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 - 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

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 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

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 19 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines serving China, such as China Southern, Air China, andChina Eastern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Southern
7.6
Good
104 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

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
104 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
104 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

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
7.3
Good
91 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
104 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

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
104 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

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 15 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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