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How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chengdu Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Chengdu Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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5:38 pm - 10:10 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CTU Chengdu

40h 32m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Hong Kong Intl

8:15 am - 5:31 amCTU Chengdu-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

33h 16m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,041Multiple Airlines

Tue, Mar 16 - Tue, Mar 23

6:00 am - 1:25 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CTU Chengdu

42h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl

8:15 am - 5:30 amCTU Chengdu-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 15m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles

$1,067Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24

6:00 am - 1:25 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CTU Chengdu

42h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl

2:40 pm - 10:55 pmCTU Chengdu-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

45h 15m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,068Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 31

12:06 pm - 11:55 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CTU Chengdu

34h 49m3 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles Guangzhou Baiyun

5:30 pm - 2:49 pmCTU Chengdu-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 19m3 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,098Multiple Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9

12:06 pm - 11:55 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CTU Chengdu

34h 49m3 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles Guangzhou Baiyun

5:30 pm - 2:49 pmCTU Chengdu-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 19m3 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,108Multiple Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9

6:00 am - 1:25 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CTU Chengdu

42h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl

8:15 am - 5:38 amCTU Chengdu-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 23m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles

$1,114Cathay Pacific

Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16

6:00 am - 1:25 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CTU Chengdu

42h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl

2:40 pm - 11:56 pmCTU Chengdu-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

46h 16m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles

$1,123Cathay Pacific

Wed, Jan 20 - Mon, Feb 1

6:00 am - 1:25 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CTU Chengdu

42h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl

2:40 pm - 11:56 pmCTU Chengdu-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

46h 16m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles

$1,123Cathay Pacific

Wed, Jan 20 - Sun, Jan 31

6:00 am - 11:35 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CTU Chengdu

28h 35m2 stops San Francisco Beijing Capital

4:00 pm - 6:30 pmCTU Chengdu-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

39h 30m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,162Air China

Wed, Jan 20 - Mon, Feb 1

3:15 pm - 1:55 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CTU Chengdu

33h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Beijing Capital

8:30 pm - 6:30 pmCTU Chengdu-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

35h 00m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,162Air China

Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Feb 1

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Cathay Pacific

Nov 9

IAD6:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

42h 25m

2 stops

CTU1:25 pmChengdu

Nov 16

CTU8:15 amChengdu

34h 23m

2 stops

IAD5:38 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,114

Cathay Pacific

Jan 20

IAD6:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

42h 25m

2 stops

CTU1:25 pmChengdu

Feb 1

CTU2:40 pmChengdu

46h 16m

2 stops

IAD11:56 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,123

Cathay Pacific

Mar 15

DCA11:15 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

38h 10m

2 stops

CTU1:25 pmChengdu

Mar 25

CTU8:15 amChengdu

23h 03m

2 stops

DCA7:18 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,157

Air China flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu

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Air China

Jan 20

IAD6:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28h 35m

2 stops

CTU11:35 pmChengdu

Feb 1

CTU4:00 pmChengdu

39h 30m

1 stop

IAD6:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,162

Air China

Nov 17

IAD10:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

24h 50m

1 stop

CTU11:50 amChengdu

Nov 24

CTU9:55 amChengdu

21h 35m

1 stop

IAD6:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,163

Air China

Jan 19

IAD10:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

22h 55m

1 stop

CTU9:55 amChengdu

Feb 1

CTU10:00 pmChengdu

33h 30m

1 stop

IAD6:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,170

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IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CTU Chengdu

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/16

5:38 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops40h 32m

Chengdu

Tue 3/23

8:15 am-5:31 am

2 stops33h 16m

$1,041

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IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CTU Chengdu

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/17

6:00 am-1:25 pm

2 stops42h 25m

Chengdu

Tue 11/24

8:15 am-5:30 am

2 stops34h 15m

$1,067

Washington, D.C.Chengdu

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CTU Chengdu

IADCTU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/21

6:00 am-1:25 pm

2 stops42h 25m

Chengdu

Sun 1/31

2:40 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops45h 15m

$1,068

Washington, D.C.Chengdu

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CTU Chengdu

IADCTU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/2

12:06 pm-11:55 am

3 stops34h 49m

Chengdu

Wed 12/9

5:30 pm-2:49 pm

3 stops34h 19m

$1,098

Washington, D.C.Chengdu

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CTU Chengdu

IADCTU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/2

12:06 pm-11:55 am

3 stops34h 49m

Chengdu

Wed 12/9

5:30 pm-2:49 pm

3 stops34h 19m

$1,108

Washington, D.C.Chengdu

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CTU Chengdu

IADCTU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/9

6:00 am-1:25 pm

2 stops42h 25m

Chengdu

Mon 11/16

8:15 am-5:38 am

2 stops34h 23m

$1,114

Washington, D.C.Chengdu

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CTU Chengdu

IADCTU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/20

6:00 am-1:25 pm

2 stops42h 25m

Chengdu

Mon 2/1

2:40 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops46h 16m

$1,123

Washington, D.C.Chengdu

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CTU Chengdu

IADCTU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/20

6:00 am-1:25 pm

2 stops42h 25m

Chengdu

Sun 1/31

2:40 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops46h 16m

$1,123

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Washington, D.C.Chengdu

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CTU Chengdu

IADCTU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/20

6:00 am-11:35 pm

2 stops28h 35m

Chengdu

Mon 2/1

4:00 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop39h 30m

$1,162

Washington, D.C.Chengdu

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CTU Chengdu

IADCTU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/21

3:15 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops33h 40m

Chengdu

Mon 2/1

8:30 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop35h 00m

$1,162

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chengdu?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $0. If you are unable to visit Chengdu during the month of August, then departing from Washington, D.C. during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,109.

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Best Price Found	$554
Fastest flight time	26h 55m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Chengdu from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $554. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,041.

The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu takes 26h 55m

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How far is Washington, D.C. to Chengdu by plane?
There are 7624.0 mi between Washington, D.C. and Chengdu. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 26h 55m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu Airport?
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As of October 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chengdu Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Chengdu Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Washington, D.C. and Chengdu, the leading airline is Air China, making up 100% of the total bookings.

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Air China	PriceFrom $1,088	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 166 reviews		Search Air China flights

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