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Air China Logo
12:00 pm - 10:25 pm
SFO
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CTU
18h 25m1 stop
Air China Logo
8:30 pm - 9:30 am
CTU
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SFO
29h 00m1 stop
$680Air China
Wed, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 20
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 11:55 am
SFO
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CTU
44h 20m2 stops
China Southern Logo
8:30 am - 7:40 pm
CTU
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SFO
27h 10m2 stops
$683China Southern
Thu, Jan 15 - Thu, Jan 29
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 6:15 pm
SFO
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CTU
26h 40m1 stop
China Southern Logo
10:30 pm - 7:40 pm
CTU
-
SFO
37h 10m2 stops
$715China Southern
Sat, Jan 10 - Sun, Jan 25
Air China Logo
12:00 pm - 12:50 am
SFO
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CTU
20h 50m1 stop
Air China Logo
9:00 am - 9:30 am
CTU
-
SFO
16h 30m1 stop
$720Air China
Wed, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 21
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 11:15 am
SFO
-
CTU
19h 40m1 stop
China Southern Logo
5:30 pm - 7:40 pm
CTU
-
SFO
18h 10m1 stop
$733China Southern
Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 20
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 10:45 am
SFO
-
CTU
19h 10m1 stop
China Southern Logo
1:00 pm - 8:30 pm
CTU
-
SFO
22h 30m2 stops
$738China Southern
Tue, Mar 31 - Mon, May 11
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 4:20 pm
SFO
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CTU
24h 45m2 stops
China Southern Logo
5:30 pm - 7:40 pm
CTU
-
SFO
18h 10m1 stop
$750China Southern
Thu, Jan 15 - Tue, Jan 20
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 12:55 am
SFO
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CTU
20h 55m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
5:30 pm - 9:00 am
CTU
-
SFO
31h 30m1 stop
$761China Eastern
Mon, Jan 12 - Fri, Jan 23
Air China Logo
12:00 pm - 10:25 pm
SFO
-
CTU
18h 25m1 stop
Air China Logo
8:00 am - 9:30 am
CTU
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SFO
17h 30m1 stop
$779Air China
Sat, Jan 10 - Wed, Jan 21
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 4:20 pm
SFO
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CTU
24h 45m2 stops
China Southern Logo
12:30 pm - 7:40 pm
CTU
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SFO
23h 10m1 stop
$789China Southern
Thu, Jan 15 - Sat, Jan 31

Air China flights from San Francisco to Chengdu

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Air China
Jan 14
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
18h 25m
1 stop
CTU10:25 pmChengdu
Jan 20
CTU8:30 pmChengdu
29h 00m
1 stop
SFO9:30 amSan Francisco
$680
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Air China
Jan 14
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
20h 50m
1 stop
CTU12:50 amChengdu
Jan 21
CTU9:00 amChengdu
16h 30m
1 stop
SFO9:30 amSan Francisco
$720
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Air China
Jan 10
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
18h 25m
1 stop
CTU10:25 pmChengdu
Jan 21
CTU8:00 amChengdu
17h 30m
1 stop
SFO9:30 amSan Francisco
$779
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China Southern flights from San Francisco to Chengdu

Our best China Southern deals on San Francisco to Chengdu flight tickets
China Southern
Jan 15
SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco
44h 20m
2 stops
CTU11:55 amChengdu
Jan 29
CTU8:30 amChengdu
27h 10m
2 stops
SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco
$683
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China Southern
Jan 10
SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco
26h 40m
1 stop
CTU6:15 pmChengdu
Jan 25
CTU10:30 pmChengdu
37h 10m
2 stops
SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco
$715
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China Southern
Jan 13
SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco
19h 40m
1 stop
CTU11:15 amChengdu
Jan 20
CTU5:30 pmChengdu
18h 10m
1 stop
SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco
$733
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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 December 4, 2025.
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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Wed 1/14

12:00 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop18h 25m

Chengdu

Tue 1/20

8:30 pm-9:30 am

1 stop29h 00m

$680

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 1/15

11:35 pm-11:55 am

2 stops44h 20m

Chengdu

Thu 1/29

8:30 am-7:40 pm

2 stops27h 10m

$683

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Sat 1/10

11:35 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop26h 40m

Chengdu

Sun 1/25

10:30 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops37h 10m

$715

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Wed 1/14

12:00 pm-12:50 am

1 stop20h 50m

Chengdu

Wed 1/21

9:00 am-9:30 am

1 stop16h 30m

$720

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Tue 1/13

11:35 pm-11:15 am

1 stop19h 40m

Chengdu

Tue 1/20

5:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$733

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Tue 3/31

12:35 am-10:45 am

1 stop19h 10m

Chengdu

Mon 5/11

1:00 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops22h 30m

$738

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 1/15

11:35 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops24h 45m

Chengdu

Tue 1/20

5:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$750

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

12:00 pm-12:55 am

1 stop20h 55m

Chengdu

Fri 1/23

5:30 pm-9:00 am

1 stop31h 30m

$761

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Sat 1/10

12:00 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop18h 25m

Chengdu

Wed 1/21

8:00 am-9:30 am

1 stop17h 30m

$779

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 1/15

11:35 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops24h 45m

Chengdu

Sat 1/31

12:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop23h 10m

$789

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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 $768. If you are unable to visit Chengdu during the month of January, then departing from San Francisco during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $859.

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

According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to Chengdu from San Francisco. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was $1,068. 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 $1,570.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to Chengdu is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,188. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Chengdu, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,835 per ticket.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Chengdu flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Chengdu?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chengdu from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chengdu for around $1,143 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chengdu from San Francisco for as low as $841 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to Chengdu flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on San Francisco to Chengdu flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time

20h 55m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Chengdu takes 20h 55m
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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  • How far is San Francisco to Chengdu by plane?

    The distance between San Francisco and Chengdu is about 6831.9 mi. 18h 25m 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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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $703Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,082 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom $728Free CancellationRating
7.2
127 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $811Free CancellationRating
7.5
120 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $851Free CancellationRating
7.2
178 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,146Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,063 reviews
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