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China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 11:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-CTU Chengdu
31h 25m2 stops Wuhan Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
1:30 pm - 7:40 pmCTU  Chengdu-SFO San Francisco
22h 10m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan
$875China Southern
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 11:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-CTU Chengdu
31h 25m2 stops Wuhan Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
1:30 pm - 7:40 pmCTU  Chengdu-SFO San Francisco
22h 10m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan
$901China Southern
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 12:55 amSFO  San Francisco-CTU Chengdu
20h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
5:30 pm - 9:00 amCTU  Chengdu-SFO San Francisco
31h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$904China Eastern
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Dec 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 12:35 pmSFO  San Francisco-CTU Chengdu
37h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 11:01 pmCTU  Chengdu-SFO San Francisco
27h 16m2 stops Beijing Capital Vancouver Intl
$906Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Thu, Nov 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:02 pm - 11:55 amSFO  San Francisco-CTU Chengdu
29h 53m2 stops Los Angeles Guangzhou Baiyun
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 7:40 pmCTU  Chengdu-SFO San Francisco
37h 10m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan
$907Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
China Eastern Logo
7:05 am - 12:55 amSFO  San Francisco-CTU Chengdu
25h 50m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
2:35 pm - 9:00 amCTU  Chengdu-SFO San Francisco
34h 25m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$945China Eastern
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Dec 2
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:55 pm - 10:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-CTU Chengdu
31h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
8:15 am - 9:30 amCTU  Chengdu-SFO San Francisco
17h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$998Cathay Pacific
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
Air China Logo
12:00 pm - 11:50 amSFO  San Francisco-CTU Chengdu
31h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
7:00 am - 9:30 amCTU  Chengdu-SFO San Francisco
18h 30m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,007Air China
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Dec 2
Air China Logo
12:00 pm - 11:50 amSFO  San Francisco-CTU Chengdu
31h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
7:00 am - 9:30 amCTU  Chengdu-SFO San Francisco
18h 30m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,011Air China
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Dec 2
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:25 am - 1:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-CTU Chengdu
34h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
2:40 pm - 9:15 pmCTU  Chengdu-SFO San Francisco
22h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,048Cathay Pacific
Thu, Jan 14 - Sat, Jan 23

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China Eastern flights from San Francisco to Chengdu

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China Eastern
Nov 14
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
20h 55m
1 stop
CTU12:55 amChengdu
Dec 2
CTU5:30 pmChengdu
31h 30m
1 stop
SFO9:00 amSan Francisco
$904
China Eastern
Nov 14
SFO7:05 amSan Francisco
25h 50m
2 stops
CTU12:55 amChengdu
Dec 2
CTU2:35 pmChengdu
34h 25m
1 stop
SFO9:00 amSan Francisco
$945
China Eastern
Oct 18
SFO7:10 amSan Francisco
27h 10m
2 stops
CTU1:20 amChengdu
Nov 2
CTU5:30 pmChengdu
36h 15m
2 stops
SFO1:45 pmSan Francisco
$967

Cathay Pacific flights from San Francisco to Chengdu

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on San Francisco to Chengdu flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Nov 11
SFO10:55 pmSan Francisco
31h 15m
1 stop
CTU10:10 pmChengdu
Nov 18
CTU8:15 amChengdu
17h 15m
1 stop
SFO9:30 amSan Francisco
$998
Cathay Pacific
Sep 29
SFO12:20 amSan Francisco
30h 35m
1 stop
CTU9:55 pmChengdu
Oct 4
CTU1:55 pmChengdu
23h 45m
1 stop
SFO10:40 pmSan Francisco
$1,033
Cathay Pacific
Sep 30
SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco
32h 35m
1 stop
CTU12:35 pmChengdu
Oct 4
CTU1:55 pmChengdu
36h 00m
1 stop
SFO10:55 amSan Francisco
$1,034

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San FranciscoChengdu

SFO San Francisco - CTU Chengdu

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 11/12

11:35 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops31h 25m

Chengdu

Thu 11/19

1:30 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops22h 10m

$875

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO San Francisco - CTU Chengdu

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 11/12

11:35 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops31h 25m

Chengdu

Thu 11/19

1:30 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops22h 10m

$901

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO San Francisco - CTU Chengdu

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Sat 11/14

12:00 pm-12:55 am

1 stop20h 55m

Chengdu

Wed 12/2

5:30 pm-9:00 am

1 stop31h 30m

$904

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO San Francisco - CTU Chengdu

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Fri 11/13

6:40 am-12:35 pm

2 stops37h 55m

Chengdu

Thu 11/26

11:45 am-11:01 pm

2 stops27h 16m

$906

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO San Francisco - CTU Chengdu

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Wed 11/11

2:02 pm-11:55 am

2 stops29h 53m

Chengdu

Wed 11/18

10:30 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops37h 10m

$907

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO San Francisco - CTU Chengdu

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Sat 11/14

7:05 am-12:55 am

2 stops25h 50m

Chengdu

Wed 12/2

2:35 pm-9:00 am

1 stop34h 25m

$945
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San FranciscoChengdu

SFO San Francisco - CTU Chengdu

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Wed 11/11

10:55 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop31h 15m

Chengdu

Wed 11/18

8:15 am-9:30 am

1 stop17h 15m

$998

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO San Francisco - CTU Chengdu

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Wed 11/18

12:00 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 50m

Chengdu

Wed 12/2

7:00 am-9:30 am

1 stop18h 30m

$1,007

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO San Francisco - CTU Chengdu

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Wed 11/18

12:00 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 50m

Chengdu

Wed 12/2

7:00 am-9:30 am

1 stop18h 30m

$1,011

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO San Francisco - CTU Chengdu

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 1/14

11:25 am-1:25 pm

1 stop34h 00m

Chengdu

Sat 1/23

2:40 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$1,048

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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 $824. 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 $858.

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

You could potentially save up to 15% 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 September 2026, prices for San Francisco to Chengdu flights are approximately 14% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Chengdu

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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Best Price Found

$434

Fastest flight time

20h 55m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Chengdu from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $434. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Chengdu found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $875.
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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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. 20h 55m 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
7.5
166 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $800Free CancellationRating
7.3
172 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $802Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,499 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $859Free CancellationRating
7.3
243 reviews
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