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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Chengdu from $430

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Chengdu departing on 8/26. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 5:35 pm
SFO
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CTU
26h 00m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
5:00 pm - 8:40 pm
CTU
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SFO
42h 40m
2 stops
$772China Southern
mar., août 18 - mer., août 26
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 3:40 pm
SFO
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CTU
24h 05m
2 stops
China Southern Logo
5:00 pm - 8:40 pm
CTU
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SFO
18h 40m
1 stop
$774China Southern
jeu., août 27 - mar., sept. 15
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 10:40 pm
SFO
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CTU
31h 05m
2 stops
China Southern Logo
1:00 pm - 8:40 pm
CTU
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SFO
22h 40m
1 stop
$776China Southern
jeu., août 27 - sam., sept. 5
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 11:45 am
SFO
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CTU
20h 10m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
5:00 pm - 8:40 pm
CTU
-
SFO
18h 40m
1 stop
$778China Southern
sam., août 15 - mar., sept. 8
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:20 am - 12:35 pm
SFO
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CTU
20h 15m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:55 pm - 10:40 pm
CTU
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SFO
23h 45m
1 stop
$779Cathay Pacific
dim., sept. 6 - mer., sept. 23
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 5:35 pm
SFO
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CTU
26h 00m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
5:00 pm - 8:40 pm
CTU
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SFO
42h 40m
2 stops
$783China Southern
mar., août 18 - mer., août 26
Cathay Pacific Logo
2:00 pm - 12:35 pm
SFO
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CTU
31h 35m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
8:10 am - 10:55 am
CTU
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SFO
17h 45m
1 stop
$802Cathay Pacific
lun., sept. 7 - mar., sept. 22
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 3:40 pm
SFO
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CTU
24h 05m
2 stops
China Southern Logo
3:00 pm - 8:40 pm
CTU
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SFO
20h 40m
2 stops
$811China Southern
jeu., sept. 10 - lun., sept. 28
Cathay Pacific Logo
2:00 pm - 12:35 pm
SFO
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CTU
31h 35m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
8:10 am - 10:40 pm
CTU
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SFO
29h 30m
1 stop
$824Cathay Pacific
sam., sept. 12 - dim., sept. 20
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1:20 am - 9:55 pm
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CTU
29h 35m
1 stop
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1:55 pm - 10:40 pm
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23h 45m
1 stop
$825Cathay Pacific
jeu., août 27 - mar., sept. 15

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Cathay Pacific flights from San Francisco to Chengdu

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on San Francisco to Chengdu flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Sep 6
SFO1:20 amSan Francisco
20h 15m
1 stop
CTU12:35 pmChengdu
Sep 23
CTU1:55 pmChengdu
23h 45m
1 stop
SFO10:40 pmSan Francisco
$779
Cathay Pacific
Sep 7
SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco
31h 35m
1 stop
CTU12:35 pmChengdu
Sep 22
CTU8:10 amChengdu
17h 45m
1 stop
SFO10:55 amSan Francisco
$802
Cathay Pacific
Sep 12
SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco
31h 35m
1 stop
CTU12:35 pmChengdu
Sep 20
CTU8:10 amChengdu
29h 30m
1 stop
SFO10:40 pmSan Francisco
$824

China Southern flights from San Francisco to Chengdu

Our best China Southern deals on San Francisco to Chengdu flight tickets
China Southern
Aug 18
SFO12:35 amSan Francisco
26h 00m
1 stop
CTU5:35 pmChengdu
Aug 26
CTU5:00 pmChengdu
42h 40m
2 stops
SFO8:40 pmSan Francisco
$772
China Southern
Aug 27
SFO12:35 amSan Francisco
24h 05m
2 stops
CTU3:40 pmChengdu
Sep 15
CTU5:00 pmChengdu
18h 40m
1 stop
SFO8:40 pmSan Francisco
$774
China Southern
Aug 27
SFO12:35 amSan Francisco
31h 05m
2 stops
CTU10:40 pmChengdu
Sep 5
CTU1:00 pmChengdu
22h 40m
1 stop
SFO8:40 pmSan Francisco
$776

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated juillet 23, 2026.
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San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

mar. 8/18

12:35 am-5:35 pm

1 stop26h 00m

Chengdu

mer. 8/26

5:00 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops42h 40m

$772

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

jeu. 8/27

12:35 am-3:40 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Chengdu

mar. 9/15

5:00 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$774

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

jeu. 8/27

12:35 am-10:40 pm

2 stops31h 05m

Chengdu

sam. 9/5

1:00 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$776
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

sam. 8/15

12:35 am-11:45 am

1 stop20h 10m

Chengdu

mar. 9/8

5:00 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$778

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

dim. 9/6

1:20 am-12:35 pm

1 stop20h 15m

Chengdu

mer. 9/23

1:55 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$779

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

mar. 8/18

12:35 am-5:35 pm

1 stop26h 00m

Chengdu

mer. 8/26

5:00 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops42h 40m

$783

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

lun. 9/7

2:00 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop31h 35m

Chengdu

mar. 9/22

8:10 am-10:55 am

1 stop17h 45m

$802

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

jeu. 9/10

12:35 am-3:40 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Chengdu

lun. 9/28

3:00 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops20h 40m

$811

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

sam. 9/12

2:00 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop31h 35m

Chengdu

dim. 9/20

8:10 am-10:40 pm

1 stop29h 30m

$824

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

jeu. 8/27

1:20 am-9:55 pm

1 stop29h 35m

Chengdu

mar. 9/15

1:55 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$825

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Chengdu?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chengdu?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Chengdu. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $824. If you are unable to visit Chengdu during the month of January, then departing from San Francisco during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $846.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Chengdu flights?

You could potentially save up to 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Chengdu flight.

How have San Francisco to Chengdu flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2026, prices for San Francisco to Chengdu flights are approximately 41% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time

22h 20m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Chengdu takes 22h 20m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Chengdu. There are no popular flight routes from San Francisco to Chengdu.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Chengdu

  • How far is San Francisco to Chengdu by plane?

    The distance between San Francisco and Chengdu is about 6832.8 mi. 22h 20m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Chengdu Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Chengdu Airport are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport 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 San Francisco Airport to Chengdu Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chengdu Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chengdu Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Chengdu?

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Chengdu

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Air ChinaPriceFrom $674Free CancellationRating
7.4
156 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $703Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,425 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $811Free CancellationRating
7.4
164 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $859Free CancellationRating
7.3
229 reviews
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