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Air China Logo
12:00 pm - 12:50 amSFO  San Francisco-CTU Chengdu
20h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
7:00 am - 9:30 amCTU  Chengdu-SFO San Francisco
18h 30m1 stop Beijing Capital
$946Air China
Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Feb 17
Air China Logo
12:00 pm - 12:50 amSFO  San Francisco-CTU Chengdu
20h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
9:00 pm - 9:30 amCTU  Chengdu-SFO San Francisco
28h 30m1 stop Beijing Capital
$949Air China
Wed, Jan 20 - Tue, Feb 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 12:55 amSFO  San Francisco-CTU Chengdu
24h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:35 pm - 9:00 amCTU  Chengdu-SFO San Francisco
34h 25m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$969Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 17 - Fri, Mar 5
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:55 pm - 1:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-CTU Chengdu
22h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
8:15 am - 9:15 pmCTU  Chengdu-SFO San Francisco
29h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,003Cathay Pacific
Wed, Feb 3 - Wed, Feb 10
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:00 pm - 12:35 pmSFO  San Francisco-CTU Chengdu
32h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
8:10 am - 10:40 pmCTU  Chengdu-SFO San Francisco
29h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,003Cathay Pacific
Tue, Apr 6 - Tue, Apr 27
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 4:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-CTU Chengdu
24h 25m2 stops Wuhan Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
8:30 am - 7:40 pmCTU  Chengdu-SFO San Francisco
27h 10m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,005China Southern
Thu, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 9
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 4:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-CTU Chengdu
24h 25m2 stops Wuhan Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
5:30 pm - 7:40 pmCTU  Chengdu-SFO San Francisco
42h 10m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan
$1,016China Southern
Thu, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-CTU Chengdu
23h 10m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Hong Kong Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 9:45 amCTU  Chengdu-SFO San Francisco
17h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,041Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Feb 17
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 12:55 amSFO  San Francisco-CTU Chengdu
20h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
8:10 am - 10:00 amCTU  Chengdu-SFO San Francisco
16h 50m1 stop Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
$1,058China Eastern
Sat, Mar 13 - Sat, Mar 20
China Eastern Logo
8:55 am - 12:15 pmSFO  San Francisco-CTU Chengdu
36h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
6:55 am - 3:08 pmCTU  Chengdu-SFO San Francisco
23h 13m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Los Angeles
$1,107China Eastern
Tue, Apr 6 - Tue, Apr 27

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Air China flights from San Francisco to Chengdu

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Air China
Jan 20
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
20h 50m
1 stop
CTU12:50 amChengdu
Feb 17
CTU7:00 amChengdu
18h 30m
1 stop
SFO9:30 amSan Francisco
$946
Air China
Jan 20
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
20h 50m
1 stop
CTU12:50 amChengdu
Feb 16
CTU9:00 pmChengdu
28h 30m
1 stop
SFO9:30 amSan Francisco
$949
Air China
Dec 2
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
30h 25m
1 stop
CTU10:25 amChengdu
Dec 9
CTU7:00 amChengdu
18h 30m
1 stop
SFO9:30 amSan Francisco
$964

Cathay Pacific flights from San Francisco to Chengdu

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on San Francisco to Chengdu flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Feb 3
SFO10:55 pmSan Francisco
22h 30m
1 stop
CTU1:25 pmChengdu
Feb 10
CTU8:15 amChengdu
29h 00m
1 stop
SFO9:15 pmSan Francisco
$1,003
Cathay Pacific
Apr 4
SFO12:20 amSan Francisco
30h 35m
1 stop
CTU9:55 pmChengdu
Apr 27
CTU8:10 amChengdu
17h 45m
1 stop
SFO10:55 amSan Francisco
$1,011
Cathay Pacific
Feb 4
SFO10:55 pmSan Francisco
22h 30m
1 stop
CTU1:25 pmChengdu
Feb 10
CTU8:15 amChengdu
29h 00m
1 stop
SFO9:15 pmSan Francisco
$1,012

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San FranciscoChengdu

SFO San Francisco - CTU Chengdu

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Wed 1/20

12:00 pm-12:50 am

1 stop20h 50m

Chengdu

Wed 2/17

7:00 am-9:30 am

1 stop18h 30m

$946

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO San Francisco - CTU Chengdu

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Wed 1/20

12:00 pm-12:50 am

1 stop20h 50m

Chengdu

Tue 2/16

9:00 pm-9:30 am

1 stop28h 30m

$949

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO San Francisco - CTU Chengdu

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Wed 2/17

8:00 am-12:55 am

2 stops24h 55m

Chengdu

Fri 3/5

2:35 pm-9:00 am

1 stop34h 25m

$969

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO San Francisco - CTU Chengdu

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Wed 2/3

10:55 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop22h 30m

Chengdu

Wed 2/10

8:15 am-9:15 pm

1 stop29h 00m

$1,003

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO San Francisco - CTU Chengdu

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Tue 4/6

1:00 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop32h 35m

Chengdu

Tue 4/27

8:10 am-10:40 pm

1 stop29h 30m

$1,003

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO San Francisco - CTU Chengdu

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 2/4

11:35 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops24h 25m

Chengdu

Tue 2/9

8:30 am-7:40 pm

1 stop27h 10m

$1,005

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO San Francisco - CTU Chengdu

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 2/4

11:35 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops24h 25m

Chengdu

Wed 2/10

5:30 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops42h 10m

$1,016

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO San Francisco - CTU Chengdu

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Wed 1/20

7:00 am-10:10 pm

2 stops23h 10m

Chengdu

Wed 2/17

8:15 am-9:45 am

1 stop17h 30m

$1,041
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San FranciscoChengdu

SFO San Francisco - CTU Chengdu

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Sat 3/13

12:00 pm-12:55 am

1 stop20h 55m

Chengdu

Sat 3/20

8:10 am-10:00 am

1 stop16h 50m

$1,058

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO San Francisco - CTU Chengdu

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Tue 4/6

8:55 am-12:15 pm

2 stops36h 20m

Chengdu

Tue 4/27

6:55 am-3:08 pm

2 stops23h 13m

$1,107

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $675 to $1,178.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $946.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chengdu?

In general, March 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 $858. If you are unable to visit Chengdu during the month of March, then departing from San Francisco during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $864.

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

You could potentially save up to 6% 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 November 2026, prices for San Francisco to Chengdu flights are approximately 25% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$463

Fastest flight time

22h 30m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Chengdu from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $463. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Chengdu found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $946.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Chengdu takes 22h 30m
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 30m 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.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Chengdu Airport?

  • 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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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Air ChinaPriceFrom $674Free CancellationRating
7.5
168 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $800Free CancellationRating
7.5
188 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $858Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,539 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $859Free CancellationRating
7.3
249 reviews
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