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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Chengdu from $392

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China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 12:35 pm
SFO
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CTU
32h 35m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
5:30 pm - 9:00 am
CTU
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SFO
31h 30m1 stop
$698China Eastern
Mon, Jan 19 - Wed, Feb 4
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 9:20 pm
SFO
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CTU
29h 45m2 stops
China Southern Logo
7:30 pm - 7:40 pm
CTU
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SFO
40h 10m2 stops
$699China Southern
Mon, Jan 19 - Wed, Feb 4
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 11:55 am
SFO
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CTU
44h 20m2 stops
China Southern Logo
10:30 pm - 7:40 pm
CTU
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SFO
37h 10m1 stop
$717China Southern
Thu, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 16
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 10:45 am
SFO
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CTU
43h 10m2 stops
China Southern Logo
1:00 pm - 8:30 pm
CTU
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SFO
22h 30m2 stops
$722China Southern
Mon, Apr 6 - Thu, Apr 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 12:55 am
SFO
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CTU
25h 25m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:30 pm - 9:00 am
CTU
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SFO
31h 30m1 stop
$737Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 19 - Wed, Feb 4
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 8:40 pm
SFO
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CTU
29h 05m1 stop
China Southern Logo
5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
CTU
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SFO
42h 30m2 stops
$740China Southern
Sat, Apr 4 - Wed, Apr 22
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 4:20 pm
SFO
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CTU
24h 45m2 stops
China Southern Logo
12:30 pm - 8:40 pm
CTU
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SFO
23h 10m2 stops
$744China Southern
Thu, Jan 22 - Thu, Mar 12
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 11:55 am
SFO
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CTU
44h 20m2 stops
China Southern Logo
10:30 pm - 7:40 pm
CTU
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SFO
37h 10m1 stop
$757China Southern
Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 12:55 am
SFO
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CTU
20h 55m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
2:35 pm - 9:00 am
CTU
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SFO
34h 25m1 stop
$777China Eastern
Sat, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 15
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 12:55 am
SFO
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CTU
20h 55m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
5:30 pm - 10:00 am
CTU
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SFO
31h 30m1 stop
$786China Eastern
Mon, Feb 16 - Fri, Mar 13

China Eastern flights from San Francisco to Chengdu

Our best China Eastern deals on San Francisco to Chengdu flight tickets
China Eastern
Jan 19
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
32h 35m
1 stop
CTU12:35 pmChengdu
Feb 4
CTU5:30 pmChengdu
31h 30m
1 stop
SFO9:00 amSan Francisco
$698
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China Eastern
Jan 31
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
20h 55m
1 stop
CTU12:55 amChengdu
Feb 15
CTU2:35 pmChengdu
34h 25m
1 stop
SFO9:00 amSan Francisco
$777
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China Eastern
Feb 16
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
20h 55m
1 stop
CTU12:55 amChengdu
Mar 13
CTU5:30 pmChengdu
31h 30m
1 stop
SFO10:00 amSan Francisco
$786
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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 19
SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco
29h 45m
2 stops
CTU9:20 pmChengdu
Feb 4
CTU7:30 pmChengdu
40h 10m
2 stops
SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco
$699
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China Southern
Jan 29
SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco
44h 20m
2 stops
CTU11:55 amChengdu
Feb 16
CTU10:30 pmChengdu
37h 10m
1 stop
SFO7:40 pmSan Francisco
$717
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China Southern
Apr 6
SFO12:35 amSan Francisco
43h 10m
2 stops
CTU10:45 amChengdu
Apr 23
CTU1:00 pmChengdu
22h 30m
2 stops
SFO8:30 pmSan Francisco
$722
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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 4, 2026.
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Depart

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San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Mon 1/19

12:00 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop32h 35m

Chengdu

Wed 2/4

5:30 pm-9:00 am

1 stop31h 30m

$698

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Mon 1/19

11:35 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops29h 45m

Chengdu

Wed 2/4

7:30 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops40h 10m

$699

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 1/29

11:35 pm-11:55 am

2 stops44h 20m

Chengdu

Mon 2/16

10:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop37h 10m

$717

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Mon 4/6

12:35 am-10:45 am

2 stops43h 10m

Chengdu

Thu 4/23

1:00 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops22h 30m

$722

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Mon 1/19

7:30 am-12:55 am

2 stops25h 25m

Chengdu

Wed 2/4

5:30 pm-9:00 am

1 stop31h 30m

$737

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Sat 4/4

12:35 am-8:40 pm

1 stop29h 05m

Chengdu

Wed 4/22

5:00 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops42h 30m

$740

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

11:35 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops24h 45m

Chengdu

Thu 3/12

12:30 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops23h 10m

$744

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

11:35 pm-11:55 am

2 stops44h 20m

Chengdu

Mon 1/26

10:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop37h 10m

$757

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Sat 1/31

12:00 pm-12:55 am

1 stop20h 55m

Chengdu

Sun 2/15

2:35 pm-9:00 am

1 stop34h 25m

$777

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Mon 2/16

12:00 pm-12:55 am

1 stop20h 55m

Chengdu

Fri 3/13

5:30 pm-10:00 am

1 stop31h 30m

$786

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

You could potentially save up to 9% 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

20h 00m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Chengdu takes 20h 00m
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. 20h 00m 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.

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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Chengdu

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Air ChinaPriceFrom $674Free CancellationRating
7.2
135 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $703Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,121 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $811Free CancellationRating
7.5
124 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $851Free CancellationRating
7.2
184 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,146Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,137 reviews
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