What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Chengdu?

Air China is the most popular carrier operating from New York to Chengdu

What airlines fly to Chengdu?

Air China, Asiana Airlines and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chengdu from New York according to our data. Air China is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chengdu. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Chengdu on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Chengdu Airport?

Prices for flights from New York to Chengdu Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Chengdu Airport?

As of November 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Chengdu Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Chengdu Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Chengdu Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chengdu Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Chengdu Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chengdu Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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1:05 am - 12:55 pmJFK-CTU

22h 50m1 stop

10:00 pm - 10:10 pmCTU-JFK

37h 10m1 stop

$1,051Air China

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Mon, Feb 16 - Tue, Feb 24

1:05 am - 12:55 pmJFK-CTU

22h 50m1 stop

9:00 pm - 10:10 pmCTU-JFK

38h 10m1 stop

$1,052Air China

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Mon, Feb 16 - Tue, Feb 24

4:25 pm - 12:35 pmJFK-CTU

31h 10m3 stops

5:25 pm - 3:40 pmCTU-JFK

35h 15m3 stops

$1,089Multiple Airlines

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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9

11:00 am - 10:30 amJFK-CTU

34h 30m2 stops

9:00 am - 5:30 amCTU-JFK

33h 30m2 stops

$1,152Multiple Airlines

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Mon, Nov 24 - Sun, Dec 7

6:00 am - 7:45 pmEWR-CTU

48h 45m2 stops

8:00 am - 8:21 amCTU-EWR

36h 21m2 stops

$2,566United Airlines

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Fri, Mar 6 - Tue, Mar 10

8:20 pm - 10:25 pmEWR-CTU

37h 05m2 stops

7:30 am - 11:13 pmCTU-EWR

28h 43m2 stops

$3,710United Airlines

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Tue, Dec 16 - Tue, Dec 30

11:45 pm - 11:55 amEWR-CTU

47h 10m3 stops

5:30 pm - 9:10 pmCTU-EWR

40h 40m3 stops

$3,995Emirates

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Fri, Dec 19 - Fri, Dec 26

8:50 pm - 12:55 amEWR-CTU

39h 05m2 stops

9:00 am - 7:05 pmCTU-EWR

47h 05m2 stops

$4,348Lufthansa

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Sat, Dec 20 - Sat, Dec 27

6:05 pm - 12:55 amEWR-CTU

41h 50m2 stops

9:00 am - 7:05 pmCTU-EWR

47h 05m2 stops

$4,425Lufthansa

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Sun, Dec 21 - Sat, Jan 3

11:45 pm - 11:55 amEWR-CTU

47h 10m3 stops

5:30 pm - 9:10 pmCTU-EWR

40h 40m3 stops

$4,681Emirates

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Wed, Dec 17 - Wed, Dec 31

Air China flights from New York to Chengdu

Our best Air China deals on New York to Chengdu flight tickets

Air China

Feb 16

JFK1:05 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 50m

1 stop

CTU12:55 pmChengdu

Feb 24

CTU10:00 pmChengdu

37h 10m

1 stop

JFK10:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,051

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Air China

Feb 16

JFK1:05 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 50m

1 stop

CTU12:55 pmChengdu

Feb 24

CTU9:00 pmChengdu

38h 10m

1 stop

JFK10:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,052

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Air China

Nov 23

EWR7:15 amNewark

26h 10m

2 stops

CTU10:25 pmChengdu

Dec 7

CTU10:00 pmChengdu

46h 00m

2 stops

EWR7:00 amNewark

$1,062

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Emirates flights from New York to Chengdu

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Emirates

Nov 14

JFK10:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

47h 55m

3 stops

CTU11:15 amChengdu

Dec 7

CTU5:30 pmChengdu

33h 25m

2 stops

JFK1:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$3,536

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Emirates

Dec 19

EWR11:45 pmNewark

47h 10m

3 stops

CTU11:55 amChengdu

Dec 26

CTU5:30 pmChengdu

40h 40m

3 stops

EWR9:10 pmNewark

$3,995

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Emirates

Nov 14

EWR11:45 pmNewark

46h 30m

3 stops

CTU11:15 amChengdu

Dec 7

CTU5:30 pmChengdu

40h 40m

3 stops

EWR9:10 pmNewark

$4,194

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New YorkChengdu

JFK - CTU

JFKCTU

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/16

1:05 am-12:55 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Chengdu

Tue 2/24

10:00 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop37h 10m

$1,051

New YorkChengdu

JFK - CTU

JFKCTU

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/16

1:05 am-12:55 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Chengdu

Tue 2/24

9:00 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop38h 10m

$1,052

New YorkChengdu

JFK - CTU

JFKCTU

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 12/2

4:25 pm-12:35 pm

3 stops31h 10m

Chengdu

Tue 12/9

5:25 pm-3:40 pm

3 stops35h 15m

$1,089

New YorkChengdu

JFK - CTU

JFKCTU

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/24

11:00 am-10:30 am

2 stops34h 30m

Chengdu

Sun 12/7

9:00 am-5:30 am

2 stops33h 30m

$1,152

NewarkChengdu

EWR - CTU

EWRCTU

Newark

Fri 3/6

6:00 am-7:45 pm

2 stops48h 45m

Chengdu

Tue 3/10

8:00 am-8:21 am

2 stops36h 21m

$2,566

NewarkChengdu

EWR - CTU

EWRCTU

Newark

Tue 12/16

8:20 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops37h 05m

Chengdu

Tue 12/30

7:30 am-11:13 pm

2 stops28h 43m

$3,710

NewarkChengdu

EWR - CTU

EWRCTU

Newark

Fri 12/19

11:45 pm-11:55 am

3 stops47h 10m

Chengdu

Fri 12/26

5:30 pm-9:10 pm

3 stops40h 40m

$3,995

NewarkChengdu

EWR - CTU

EWRCTU

Newark

Sat 12/20

8:50 pm-12:55 am

2 stops39h 05m

Chengdu

Sat 12/27

9:00 am-7:05 pm

2 stops47h 05m

$4,348

NewarkChengdu

EWR - CTU

EWRCTU

Newark

Sun 12/21

6:05 pm-12:55 am

2 stops41h 50m

Chengdu

Sat 1/3

9:00 am-7:05 pm

2 stops47h 05m

$4,425

NewarkChengdu

EWR - CTU

EWRCTU

Newark

Wed 12/17

11:45 pm-11:55 am

3 stops47h 10m

Chengdu

Wed 12/31

5:30 pm-9:10 pm

3 stops40h 40m

$4,681

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chengdu?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Chengdu. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,002. If you are unable to visit Chengdu during the month of September, then departing from New York during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,208.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chengdu?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Chengdu from New York. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $1,574. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to Chengdu is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,810.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chengdu?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Chengdu is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,512. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Chengdu, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,748 per ticket.

Can stopping save me money on New York to Chengdu flights?

You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Chengdu flight.

When to book flights from New York to Chengdu

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from New York to Chengdu according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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How far is New York to Chengdu by plane?
A flight from New York to Chengdu will travel around 7495.1 mi. 20h 30m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Chengdu Airport?
Prices for flights from New York to Chengdu Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Chengdu Airport?
As of November 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Chengdu Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Chengdu Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Chengdu Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chengdu Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Chengdu Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chengdu Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from New York to Chengdu?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from New York to Chengdu is Air China, representing 100% of all bookings.

Best airlines flying from New York to Chengdu

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from New York to Chengdu with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air China	PriceFrom $914	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 122 reviews		Search Air China flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $1,096	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 174 reviews		Search China Eastern flights

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