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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Chengdu from $437

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China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 8:40 pm
SFO
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CTU
29h 05m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
1:00 pm - 8:30 pm
CTU
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SFO
22h 30m
2 stops
$685China Southern
Sat, Apr 18 - Mon, May 4
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12:00 pm - 12:15 pm
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CTU
33h 15m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
1:30 pm - 9:05 am
CTU
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SFO
34h 35m
1 stop
$819China Eastern
Thu, Apr 2 - Sun, Apr 12
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 5:35 pm
SFO
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CTU
26h 00m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
10:00 pm - 8:40 pm
CTU
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SFO
37h 40m
1 stop
$827China Southern
Sat, Apr 18 - Mon, May 4
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12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
SFO
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CTU
32h 30m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
5:00 pm - 9:05 am
CTU
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SFO
31h 05m
1 stop
$842China Eastern
Mon, Mar 2 - Sun, May 24
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 12:55 am
SFO
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CTU
20h 55m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
2:00 pm - 9:05 am
CTU
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SFO
34h 05m
1 stop
$866China Eastern
Mon, Mar 2 - Fri, May 22
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12:35 am - 1:40 pm
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CTU
22h 05m
1 stop
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1:30 pm - 9:05 am
CTU
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SFO
34h 35m
1 stop
$882Multiple Airlines
Sat, Apr 4 - Wed, Apr 15
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 6:15 pm
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CTU
26h 40m
2 stops
China Southern Logo
12:00 pm - 8:30 pm
CTU
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SFO
23h 30m
2 stops
$895China Southern
Thu, Mar 19 - Thu, Apr 2
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 12:55 am
SFO
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CTU
20h 55m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
2:00 pm - 9:05 am
CTU
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34h 05m
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$902China Eastern
Mon, Mar 2 - Wed, May 20
China Eastern Logo
1:00 pm - 12:55 am
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CTU
20h 55m
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6:55 am - 9:05 am
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17h 10m
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$908China Eastern
Mon, Mar 23 - Mon, Mar 30
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 12:15 pm
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CTU
33h 15m
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China Eastern Logo
6:55 am - 9:05 am
CTU
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SFO
17h 10m
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$912China Eastern
Sat, Apr 4 - Thu, Apr 23

China Southern flights from San Francisco to Chengdu

Our best China Southern deals on San Francisco to Chengdu flight tickets
China Southern
Apr 18
SFO12:35 amSan Francisco
29h 05m
1 stop
CTU8:40 pmChengdu
May 4
CTU1:00 pmChengdu
22h 30m
2 stops
SFO8:30 pmSan Francisco
$685
China Southern
Apr 18
SFO12:35 amSan Francisco
26h 00m
1 stop
CTU5:35 pmChengdu
May 4
CTU10:00 pmChengdu
37h 40m
1 stop
SFO8:40 pmSan Francisco
$827
China Southern
Mar 19
SFO12:35 amSan Francisco
26h 40m
2 stops
CTU6:15 pmChengdu
Apr 2
CTU12:00 pmChengdu
23h 30m
2 stops
SFO8:30 pmSan Francisco
$895

Air China flights from San Francisco to Chengdu

Our best Air China deals on San Francisco to Chengdu flight tickets
Air China
Apr 1
SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco
32h 25m
1 stop
CTU12:25 pmChengdu
Apr 11
CTU8:00 amChengdu
17h 30m
1 stop
SFO10:30 amSan Francisco
$1,022
Air China
Mar 23
SFO6:08 pmSan Francisco
25h 22m
2 stops
CTU10:30 amChengdu
Mar 30
CTU5:00 pmChengdu
30h 49m
2 stops
SFO8:49 amSan Francisco
$1,078
Air China
Jan 30
SFO12:55 pmSan Francisco
20h 00m
1 stop
CTU12:55 amChengdu
Feb 22
CTU7:00 amChengdu
23h 50m
1 stop
SFO2:50 pmSan Francisco
$1,920

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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 January 20, 2026.
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San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Sat 4/18

12:35 am-8:40 pm

1 stop29h 05m

Chengdu

Mon 5/4

1:00 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops22h 30m

$685

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 4/2

12:00 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop33h 15m

Chengdu

Sun 4/12

1:30 pm-9:05 am

1 stop34h 35m

$819

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Sat 4/18

12:35 am-5:35 pm

1 stop26h 00m

Chengdu

Mon 5/4

10:00 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop37h 40m

$827

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

12:00 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop32h 30m

Chengdu

Sun 5/24

5:00 pm-9:05 am

1 stop31h 05m

$842

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

12:00 pm-12:55 am

1 stop20h 55m

Chengdu

Fri 5/22

2:00 pm-9:05 am

1 stop34h 05m

$866

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Sat 4/4

12:35 am-1:40 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Chengdu

Wed 4/15

1:30 pm-9:05 am

1 stop34h 35m

$882

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 3/19

12:35 am-6:15 pm

2 stops26h 40m

Chengdu

Thu 4/2

12:00 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops23h 30m

$895

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

12:00 pm-12:55 am

1 stop20h 55m

Chengdu

Wed 5/20

2:00 pm-9:05 am

1 stop34h 05m

$902

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Mon 3/23

1:00 pm-12:55 am

1 stop20h 55m

Chengdu

Mon 3/30

6:55 am-9:05 am

1 stop17h 10m

$908

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Sat 4/4

12:00 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop33h 15m

Chengdu

Thu 4/23

6:55 am-9:05 am

1 stop17h 10m

$912

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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 $768.

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You could potentially save up to 3% 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 January 2026, prices for San Francisco to Chengdu flights are approximately 2% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time

18h 25m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Chengdu takes 18h 25m
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.

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    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.

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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Chengdu

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Air ChinaPriceFrom $674Free CancellationRating
7.2
138 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $703Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,140 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $811Free CancellationRating
7.3
133 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $851Free CancellationRating
7.2
190 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,146Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,183 reviews
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