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Cheap flights from Auckland to Chengdu from $474

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CTU
15 Apr — 22 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Chengdu

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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Chengdu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Chengdu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 March 2026.

Mon 2/1122:10
AKL
-
CTU
1 stop30h 10m
China Southern
Mon 23/1122:30
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop36h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 14/3$474
Sat 7/1122:10
AKL
-
CTU
1 stop30h 10m
China Southern
Thu 26/1122:30
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop36h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 13/3$485
Fri 23/1022:20
AKL
-
CTU
1 stop29h 20m
China Southern
Sat 7/1122:30
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop36h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 14/3$497
Thu 3/909:00
AKL
-
CTU
1 stop17h 40m
China Southern
Sat 12/922:00
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop28h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 14/3$507
Sat 5/921:20
AKL
-
CTU
1 stop29h 20m
China Southern
Sat 12/922:00
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop28h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 14/3$514
Sat 24/1022:20
AKL
-
CTU
1 stop30h 00m
China Southern
Thu 12/1122:30
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop36h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 15/3$516
Sat 17/1010:00
AKL
-
CTU
1 stop17h 40m
China Southern
Wed 4/1122:30
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop36h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 14/3$521
Thu 3/909:00
AKL
-
CTU
1 stop17h 40m
China Southern
Tue 8/922:00
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop28h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 14/3$524
Fri 16/1022:20
AKL
-
CTU
1 stop29h 20m
China Southern
Wed 4/1122:30
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop36h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 13/3$528
Sat 31/1020:30
AKL
-
CTU
1 stop26h 45m
Air China
Thu 19/1114:35
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop35h 05m
Air China
Deal found 15/3$775
Wed 29/410:40
AKL
-
CTU
2 stops33h 25m
China Eastern
Wed 6/509:20
CTU
-
AKL
2 stops27h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/3$784
Thu 15/1020:30
AKL
-
CTU
1 stop19h 55m
Air China
Wed 4/1113:45
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop22h 40m
Air China
Deal found 15/3$794

Find flight deals from Auckland to Chengdu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) 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 16 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$507

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,338

Good round-trip deal

$1,050 or less

Good one-way deal

$678 or less
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 1/9-12/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 50m total
  • Auckland to Chengdu
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($90 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Auckland Intl to Chengdu.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 16 March 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Mon 25/5

21:45-16:05

1 stop22h 20m

Chengdu

Thu 28/5

18:10-15:45

1 stop17h 35m

$850
Fastest return journey

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Thu 7/5

09:00-20:40

1 stop15h 40m

Chengdu

Fri 29/5

09:00-06:30

1 stop17h 30m

$1,082

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Fri 20/3

11:40-10:35

2 stops27h 55m

Chengdu

Fri 27/3

17:30-16:35

1 stop18h 05m

$1,211

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Thu 7/5

21:00-12:15

1 stop19h 15m

Chengdu

Fri 29/5

13:30-15:45

1 stop22h 15m

$1,275

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Mon 30/3

22:45-00:25

1 stop30h 40m

Chengdu

Thu 2/4

06:55-16:45

1 stop28h 50m

$1,514

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Mon 30/3

22:45-00:25

1 stop30h 40m

Chengdu

Mon 6/4

13:30-15:45

1 stop22h 15m

$1,514

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Thu 7/5

15:30-10:45

2 stops23h 15m

Chengdu

Fri 29/5

09:00-06:30

1 stop17h 30m

$1,518

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Sat 11/4

10:40-00:25

2 stops41h 45m

Chengdu

Sat 18/4

17:15-16:30

2 stops43h 15m

$1,528
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Tue 28/4

21:00-12:15

1 stop19h 15m

$732

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Tue 28/4

15:40-13:45

2 stops26h 05m

$803

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Chengdu

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Auckland to Chengdu

How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland 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 13 March 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Auckland to Chengdu may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 49 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Chengdu (average of $645). Flying from Auckland to Chengdu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,303). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Auckland to Chengdu?

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 16 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines,China Southern, andAir China from Auckland to Chengdu. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.2

Food

8.3

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.2

Food

8.3

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
China Southern
7.4
Good
142 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.2

Food

8.3

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Air China
7.3
Good
141 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.2

Food

8.3

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
198 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.2

Food

8.3

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Auckland to Chengdu?

    For as low as $1,082, China Eastern can have you in Chengdu from Auckland in 15h 40m. There are 10514 km between Auckland and Chengdu. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Auckland to Chengdu round-trip from $684. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are China Southern, from $744, and Hainan Airlines, from $853. China Eastern is 37% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air China, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $426. China Southern flights start at $480 while deals on China Eastern start at $580 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland 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 Auckland to Chengdu?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Chengdu (average of $645). Flying from Auckland to Chengdu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,303). 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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Fly from Auckland to Chengdu on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Auckland to Chengdu. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 16 March 2026.
China Eastern flights from Auckland Intl to Chengdu
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Top 4 airlines flying from Auckland to Chengdu

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Auckland 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 16 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$685Average$1,154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$744Average$1,161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$764Average$1,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$853Average$953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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