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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Chengdu from $802

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 18/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CTU
5 Jun — 12 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Chengdu

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Chengdu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Chengdu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 May 2026.

Thu 6/819:30
AKL
-
CTU
1 stop18h 25m
Air China
Thu 20/820:55
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop28h 45m
Air China
Deal found 4/5$1,012
Fri 24/719:30
AKL
-
CTU
1 stop18h 25m
Air China
Fri 31/712:40
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop37h 00m
Air China
Deal found 4/5$1,040
Tue 2/621:00
AKL
-
CTU
1 stop22h 15m
China Eastern
Wed 10/613:30
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop24h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 30/4$1,110
Wed 3/621:00
AKL
-
CTU
1 stop32h 20m
China Eastern
Wed 10/618:10
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop19h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/5$1,127
Sat 5/922:45
AKL
-
CTU
2 stops23h 15m
Air China
Thu 17/907:20
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop18h 20m
Air China
Deal found 3/5$1,134
Wed 11/1123:55
AKL
-
CTU
1 stop20h 10m
Air China
Sun 15/1113:35
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop36h 05m
Air China
Deal found 5/5$1,137
Sat 17/1023:45
AKL
-
CTU
1 stop28h 15m
Air China
Wed 4/1107:30
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop18h 10m
Air China
Deal found 2/5$1,139
Sun 15/1123:55
AKL
-
CTU
1 stop22h 05m
Air China
Thu 19/1113:00
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop36h 40m
Air China
Deal found 30/4$1,141
Mon 2/1121:00
CHC
-
CTU
2 stops42h 30m
Air China
Fri 6/1107:30
CTU
-
CHC
2 stops23h 55m
Air China
Deal found 1/5$1,919
Sat 31/1006:10
CHC
-
CTU
2 stops35h 20m
Air China
Wed 4/1107:30
CTU
-
CHC
2 stops33h 40m
Air China
Deal found 3/5$1,998
Sun 31/506:00
WLG
-
CTU
2 stops43h 30m
Air China
Thu 4/607:20
CTU
-
WLG
2 stops22h 00m
Air China
Deal found 1/5$2,088
Mon 6/708:20
CHC
-
CTU
3 stops33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/706:55
CTU
-
CHC
3 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$2,134

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Chengdu

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Chengdu flight deals. Data was last updated 6 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,040

One-way from

$962

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$774

Good round-trip deal

$1,000 or less

Good one-way deal

$880 or less
Air China
  • Air China
  • 24/7-31/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 25m total
  • New Zealand to Chengdu
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20/5
  • 20/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 50m total
  • New Zealand to Chengdu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($303 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($112 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand 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 6 May 2026.
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AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/6

21:00-01:20

1 stop32h 20m

Chengdu

Wed 10/6

18:10-17:30

1 stop19h 20m

$1,127

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Wed 17/6

21:00-01:20

1 stop32h 20m

Chengdu

Wed 24/6

18:10-15:45

1 stop17h 35m

$1,275

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Sat 1/8

19:30-09:55

1 stop18h 25m

Chengdu

Mon 31/8

07:00-16:30

1 stop29h 30m

$1,564

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Thu 18/6

22:45-23:00

1 stop28h 15m

Chengdu

Thu 25/6

14:55-05:40

1 stop34h 45m

$1,615

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/6

06:15-09:35

3 stops31h 20m

Chengdu

Wed 10/6

13:45-16:30

1 stop22h 45m

$1,620

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Thu 21/5

15:15-22:05

3 stops34h 50m

Chengdu

Fri 29/5

10:00-16:30

1 stop26h 30m

$1,649

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/6

21:00-01:20

1 stop32h 20m

Chengdu

Tue 9/6

13:30-15:45

1 stop22h 15m

$1,739

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Thu 21/5

19:30-14:00

1 stop22h 30m

Chengdu

Fri 29/5

12:45-16:30

1 stop23h 45m

$1,785

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Thu 21/5

19:30-00:55

1 stop33h 25m

Chengdu

Sat 23/5

20:15-05:40

1 stop29h 25m

$1,867

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Fri 26/6

22:45-14:40

1 stop19h 55m

Chengdu

Fri 3/7

14:55-05:40

1 stop34h 45m

$1,890

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Chengdu

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Chengdu

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Zealand to Chengdu?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New Zealand to Chengdu, you should look to book at least 45 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 New Zealand to Chengdu?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Chengdu (average of $485). Flying from New Zealand to Chengdu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,248). 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.

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 6 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Zealand to Chengdu, such as Hainan Airlines,China Southern, andChina Eastern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
66 reviews
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Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.3

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

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
8.3
Very Good
66 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
66 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.3

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

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
151 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
66 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.3

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

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
7.3
Good
209 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
66 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.3

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

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
149 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
66 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.3

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

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 New Zealand to Chengdu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chengdu from New Zealand?

    Most people fly into Chengdu (CTU) if they book a flight to Chengdu from New Zealand. Chengdu is conveniently located just 15.1 km from Chengdu’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Chengdu?

    For as low as $1,564, China Eastern can have you in Chengdu from New Zealand in 18h 25m. The distance from New Zealand to Chengdu is about 10514 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Chengdu?

    Most travellers choose Auckland Intl - Chengdu, Christchurch - Chengdu or Wellington - Chengdu when deciding on the best route from New Zealand to Chengdu.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Chengdu?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand 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 New Zealand to Chengdu?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Chengdu (average of $485). Flying from New Zealand to Chengdu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,248). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from New Zealand to Chengdu

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand 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 6 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$758Average$1,303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest$778Average$1,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest$832Average$1,288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$838Average$937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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