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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Chengdu from $516

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Multiple Airlines Logo
5:41 pm - 11:25 am
SFO
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CTU
26h 44m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 8:40 pm
CTU
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SFO
37h 40m
2 stops
$912Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 18
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
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SFO
42h 40m
2 stops
$944China Southern
Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Sep 16
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 6:30 pm
SFO
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CTU
39h 30m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
2:35 pm - 10:00 am
CTU
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SFO
34h 25m
1 stop
$949China Eastern
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 28
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4:25 pm - 9:55 am
SFO
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CTU
26h 30m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 8:40 pm
CTU
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SFO
40h 40m
2 stops
$984Multiple Airlines
Fri, Aug 28 - Sun, Sep 13
China Eastern Logo
8:55 am - 3:15 pm
SFO
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CTU
39h 20m
2 stops
China Eastern Logo
8:10 am - 10:00 am
CTU
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SFO
16h 50m
1 stop
$990China Eastern
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 1:20 am
SFO
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CTU
22h 20m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:55 am - 6:26 pm
CTU
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SFO
26h 31m
2 stops
$992Multiple Airlines
Sat, Aug 22 - Sun, Sep 6
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10:45 am - 1:20 am
SFO
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CTU
23h 35m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 10:00 am
CTU
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SFO
17h 00m
1 stop
$993Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 31
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 3:15 pm
SFO
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CTU
36h 15m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
6:55 am - 3:11 pm
CTU
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SFO
23h 16m
2 stops
$995China Eastern
Mon, Aug 17 - Thu, Sep 17
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 11:05 am
SFO
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CTU
32h 05m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
6:55 am - 9:05 am
CTU
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SFO
17h 10m
1 stop
$997China Eastern
Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 12
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 10:45 am
SFO
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CTU
19h 10m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
9:30 pm - 8:40 pm
CTU
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SFO
38h 10m
2 stops
$1,007China Southern
Tue, Aug 18 - Sun, Sep 6

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
20h 10m
1 stop
CTU11:45 amChengdu
Sep 16
CTU5:00 pmChengdu
42h 40m
2 stops
SFO8:40 pmSan Francisco
$944
China Southern
Aug 18
SFO12:35 amSan Francisco
20h 10m
1 stop
CTU11:45 amChengdu
Sep 6
CTU9:30 pmChengdu
38h 10m
2 stops
SFO8:40 pmSan Francisco
$1,007
China Southern
Aug 20
SFO12:35 amSan Francisco
29h 05m
2 stops
CTU8:40 pmChengdu
Sep 6
CTU9:30 pmChengdu
38h 10m
2 stops
SFO8:40 pmSan Francisco
$1,024

China Eastern flights from San Francisco to Chengdu

Our best China Eastern deals on San Francisco to Chengdu flight tickets
China Eastern
Oct 22
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
39h 30m
1 stop
CTU6:30 pmChengdu
Oct 28
CTU2:35 pmChengdu
34h 25m
1 stop
SFO10:00 amSan Francisco
$949
China Eastern
Oct 21
SFO8:55 amSan Francisco
25h 25m
2 stops
CTU1:20 amChengdu
Oct 28
CTU8:50 pmChengdu
28h 10m
1 stop
SFO10:00 amSan Francisco
$990
China Eastern
Aug 17
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
22h 20m
1 stop
CTU1:20 amChengdu
Sep 16
CTU6:55 amChengdu
23h 16m
2 stops
SFO3:11 pmSan Francisco
$995

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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 May 5, 2026.
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San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Fri 10/2

5:41 pm-11:25 am

2 stops26h 44m

Chengdu

Sun 10/18

10:00 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops37h 40m

$912

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Tue 8/18

12:35 am-11:45 am

1 stop20h 10m

Chengdu

Wed 9/16

5:00 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops42h 40m

$944

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 10/22

12:00 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop39h 30m

Chengdu

Wed 10/28

2:35 pm-10:00 am

1 stop34h 25m

$949

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Fri 8/28

4:25 pm-9:55 am

2 stops26h 30m

Chengdu

Sun 9/13

7:00 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops40h 40m

$984

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Wed 10/21

8:55 am-3:15 pm

2 stops39h 20m

Chengdu

Mon 10/26

8:10 am-10:00 am

1 stop16h 50m

$990

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Sat 8/22

12:00 pm-1:20 am

1 stop22h 20m

Chengdu

Sun 9/6

6:55 am-6:26 pm

2 stops26h 31m

$992
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Wed 10/14

10:45 am-1:20 am

2 stops23h 35m

Chengdu

Sat 10/31

8:00 am-10:00 am

1 stop17h 00m

$993

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Mon 8/17

12:00 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop36h 15m

Chengdu

Thu 9/17

6:55 am-3:11 pm

2 stops23h 16m

$995

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Sat 8/29

12:00 pm-11:05 am

1 stop32h 05m

Chengdu

Sat 9/12

6:55 am-9:05 am

1 stop17h 10m

$997

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Tue 8/18

12:35 am-10:45 am

1 stop19h 10m

Chengdu

Sun 9/6

9:30 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops38h 10m

$1,007

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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, November 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 $738. If you are unable to visit Chengdu during the month of November, then departing from San Francisco during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $824.

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

You could potentially save up to 5% 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 May 2026, prices for San Francisco to Chengdu flights are approximately 4% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Chengdu according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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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
7.3
148 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $703Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,313 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $811Free CancellationRating
7.4
151 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $859Free CancellationRating
7.3
209 reviews
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