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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Chengdu from $490

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Chengdu departing on 9/23. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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12:35 am - 8:40 pm
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CTU
29h 05m
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China Southern Logo
10:00 pm - 8:40 pm
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SFO
37h 40m
1 stop
$782China Southern
Thu, Sep 24 - Fri, Oct 9
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12:35 am - 3:40 pm
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CTU
24h 05m
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China Southern Logo
3:00 pm - 8:40 pm
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SFO
20h 40m
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$793China Southern
Thu, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 17
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 8:40 pm
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CTU
29h 05m
2 stops
China Southern Logo
9:00 am - 8:40 pm
CTU
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SFO
26h 40m
2 stops
$798China Southern
Thu, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 17
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 11:45 am
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CTU
44h 10m
2 stops
China Southern Logo
10:00 pm - 8:40 pm
CTU
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SFO
37h 40m
2 stops
$810China Southern
Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Sep 16
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 3:40 pm
SFO
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CTU
24h 05m
2 stops
China Southern Logo
10:00 pm - 8:40 pm
CTU
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SFO
37h 40m
2 stops
$826China Southern
Thu, Aug 27 - Sun, Sep 6
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 8:40 pm
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CTU
29h 05m
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China Southern Logo
9:00 am - 8:40 pm
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26h 40m
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$884China Southern
Thu, Aug 27 - Sat, Sep 5
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12:35 am - 11:45 am
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CTU
20h 10m
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China Southern Logo
3:00 pm - 8:40 pm
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20h 40m
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$892China Southern
Tue, Aug 18 - Thu, Sep 17
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12:35 am - 3:40 pm
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24h 05m
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China Southern Logo
1:00 pm - 8:40 pm
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22h 40m
2 stops
$897China Southern
Mon, Aug 17 - Thu, Sep 17
China Southern Logo
12:35 am - 11:45 am
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CTU
20h 10m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
5:00 pm - 8:40 pm
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42h 40m
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$899China Southern
Tue, Aug 4 - Wed, Sep 9
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12:35 am - 3:40 pm
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24h 05m
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3:00 pm - 8:40 pm
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20h 40m
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$909China Southern
Tue, Aug 18 - Sat, Sep 19

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Air China flights from San Francisco to Chengdu

Our best Air China deals on San Francisco to Chengdu flight tickets
Air China
Aug 5
SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco
19h 30m
1 stop
CTU11:30 pmChengdu
Sep 8
CTU11:45 amChengdu
37h 45m
1 stop
SFO10:30 amSan Francisco
$920
Air China
Aug 19
SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco
20h 55m
1 stop
CTU12:55 amChengdu
Sep 15
CTU10:00 pmChengdu
27h 30m
1 stop
SFO10:30 amSan Francisco
$952
Air China
Aug 19
SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco
19h 30m
1 stop
CTU11:30 pmChengdu
Sep 18
CTU9:00 pmChengdu
28h 30m
1 stop
SFO10:30 amSan Francisco
$968

China Eastern flights from San Francisco to Chengdu

Our best China Eastern deals on San Francisco to Chengdu flight tickets
China Eastern
Aug 3
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
36h 15m
1 stop
CTU3:15 pmChengdu
Sep 7
CTU6:55 amChengdu
17h 10m
1 stop
SFO9:05 amSan Francisco
$958
China Eastern
Sep 24
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
33h 15m
1 stop
CTU12:15 pmChengdu
Oct 16
CTU2:00 pmChengdu
34h 05m
1 stop
SFO9:05 amSan Francisco
$982
China Eastern
Aug 4
SFO9:30 amSan Francisco
24h 50m
2 stops
CTU1:20 amChengdu
Sep 9
CTU6:10 pmChengdu
29h 55m
1 stop
SFO9:05 amSan Francisco
$999

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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 June 14, 2026.
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San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 9/24

12:35 am-8:40 pm

2 stops29h 05m

Chengdu

Fri 10/9

10:00 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop37h 40m

$782

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 8/27

12:35 am-3:40 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Chengdu

Thu 9/17

3:00 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops20h 40m

$793

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 8/27

12:35 am-8:40 pm

2 stops29h 05m

Chengdu

Thu 9/17

9:00 am-8:40 pm

2 stops26h 40m

$798

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Mon 9/7

12:35 am-11:45 am

2 stops44h 10m

Chengdu

Wed 9/16

10:00 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops37h 40m

$810

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 8/27

12:35 am-3:40 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Chengdu

Sun 9/6

10:00 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops37h 40m

$826

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 8/27

12:35 am-8:40 pm

2 stops29h 05m

Chengdu

Sat 9/5

9:00 am-8:40 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$884
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Tue 8/18

12:35 am-11:45 am

1 stop20h 10m

Chengdu

Thu 9/17

3:00 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops20h 40m

$892

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Mon 8/17

12:35 am-3:40 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Chengdu

Thu 9/17

1:00 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops22h 40m

$897

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Tue 8/4

12:35 am-11:45 am

1 stop20h 10m

Chengdu

Wed 9/9

5:00 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops42h 40m

$899

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Tue 8/18

12:35 am-3:40 pm

1 stop24h 05m

Chengdu

Sat 9/19

3:00 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$909

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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, 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 August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $851.

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

You could potentially save up to 11% 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 June 2026, prices for San Francisco to Chengdu flights are approximately 5% 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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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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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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Rating
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Air ChinaPriceFrom $674Free CancellationRating
7.3
155 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $703Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,379 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $811Free CancellationRating
7.5
153 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $859Free CancellationRating
7.3
223 reviews
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