How long does it take to fly to Chengdu?

The flight from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Washington, D.C. (a popular airport in Washington, D.C.) to Chengdu (the most popular airport in Chengdu), then the flight time is 24h 45m on average. If you fly from Baltimore (another popular airport in Washington, D.C.) to Chengdu, then the average flight time is 27h 28m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu?

Air China is the most popular carrier operating from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu Airport?

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu Airport?

As of August 2025, 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.

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7:07 am - 11:35 pmBWI-CTU

27h 28m2 stops

7:00 am - 5:40 amCTU-BWI

35h 40m2 stops

$990

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dom., nov. 2 - mié., nov. 26

7:07 am - 3:45 pmBWI-CTU

43h 38m2 stops

9:00 pm - 7:56 amCTU-BWI

47h 56m2 stops

$993Air China

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dom., nov. 2 - jue., nov. 27

7:28 pm - 10:35 pmBWI-CTU

39h 07m2 stops

10:00 pm - 7:56 amCTU-BWI

46h 56m2 stops

$1,014

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sáb., oct. 18 - sáb., nov. 8

5:42 pm - 9:55 amIAD-CTU

28h 13m2 stops

5:00 pm - 7:09 amCTU-IAD

26h 09m2 stops

$1,054Air China

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vie., sep. 26 - vie., oct. 3

6:30 pm - 3:15 pmIAD-CTU

56h 45m2 stops

6:55 am - 7:15 pmCTU-IAD

48h 20m2 stops

$1,486Air France

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mar., sep. 30 - mar., oct. 14

10:20 pm - 5:15 pmIAD-CTU

30h 55m2 stops

7:00 am - 7:25 pmCTU-IAD

48h 25m2 stops

$1,501Lufthansa

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mar., sep. 30 - mar., oct. 14

9:20 pm - 3:15 pmIAD-CTU

53h 55m2 stops

6:55 am - 7:15 pmCTU-IAD

48h 20m2 stops

$1,630Air France

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mar., sep. 9 - mar., sep. 16

10:20 pm - 2:00 pmIAD-CTU

51h 40m2 stops

2:55 pm - 7:25 pmCTU-IAD

40h 30m2 stops

$1,825Lufthansa

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mar., oct. 7 - jue., oct. 16

10:05 pm - 10:15 pmIAD-CTU

36h 10m2 stops

7:30 am - 9:26 pmCTU-IAD

50h 56m2 stops

$3,525United Airlines

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sáb., oct. 18 - sáb., nov. 8

7:00 am - 11:15 pmDCA-CTU

28h 15m2 stops

7:30 am - 9:43 pmCTU-DCA

27h 13m2 stops

$13,083United Airlines

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

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Air China

Nov 2

BWI7:07 amBaltimore/Washington

43h 38m

2 stops

CTU3:45 pmChengdu

Nov 27

CTU9:00 pmChengdu

47h 56m

2 stops

BWI7:56 amBaltimore/Washington

$993

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Air China

Sep 26

IAD5:42 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28h 13m

2 stops

CTU9:55 amChengdu

Oct 3

CTU5:00 pmChengdu

26h 09m

2 stops

IAD7:09 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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Air China

Oct 31

IAD5:59 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28h 31m

2 stops

CTU10:30 amChengdu

Nov 25

CTU10:00 pmChengdu

34h 26m

2 stops

IAD7:26 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,071

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Lufthansa

Sep 30

IAD10:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

30h 55m

2 stops

CTU5:15 pmChengdu

Oct 14

CTU7:00 amChengdu

48h 25m

2 stops

IAD7:25 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,501

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Lufthansa

Oct 7

IAD10:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

51h 40m

2 stops

CTU2:00 pmChengdu

Oct 16

CTU2:55 pmChengdu

40h 30m

2 stops

IAD7:25 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,825

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Lufthansa

Sep 16

IAD10:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

27h 45m

2 stops

CTU2:00 pmChengdu

Sep 30

CTU8:00 amChengdu

47h 25m

2 stops

IAD7:25 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,853

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BaltimoreChengdu

BWI - CTU

BWICTU

Baltimore/Washington

dom. 11/2

7:07 am-11:35 pm

2 stops27h 28m

Chengdu

mié. 11/26

7:00 am-5:40 am

2 stops35h 40m

$990

BaltimoreChengdu

BWI - CTU

BWICTU

Baltimore/Washington

dom. 11/2

7:07 am-3:45 pm

2 stops43h 38m

Chengdu

jue. 11/27

9:00 pm-7:56 am

2 stops47h 56m

$993

BaltimoreChengdu

BWI - CTU

BWICTU

Baltimore/Washington

sáb. 10/18

7:28 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops39h 07m

Chengdu

sáb. 11/8

10:00 pm-7:56 am

2 stops46h 56m

$1,014

Washington, D.C.Chengdu

IAD - CTU

IADCTU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

vie. 9/26

5:42 pm-9:55 am

2 stops28h 13m

Chengdu

vie. 10/3

5:00 pm-7:09 am

2 stops26h 09m

$1,054

Washington, D.C.Chengdu

IAD - CTU

IADCTU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 9/30

6:30 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops56h 45m

Chengdu

mar. 10/14

6:55 am-7:15 pm

2 stops48h 20m

$1,486

Washington, D.C.Chengdu

IAD - CTU

IADCTU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 9/30

10:20 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops30h 55m

Chengdu

mar. 10/14

7:00 am-7:25 pm

2 stops48h 25m

$1,501

Washington, D.C.Chengdu

IAD - CTU

IADCTU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 9/9

9:20 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops53h 55m

Chengdu

mar. 9/16

6:55 am-7:15 pm

2 stops48h 20m

$1,630

Washington, D.C.Chengdu

IAD - CTU

IADCTU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 10/7

10:20 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops51h 40m

Chengdu

jue. 10/16

2:55 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops40h 30m

$1,825

Washington, D.C.Chengdu

IAD - CTU

IADCTU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 10/18

10:05 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops36h 10m

Chengdu

sáb. 11/8

7:30 am-9:26 pm

2 stops50h 56m

$3,525

Washington, D.C.Chengdu

DCA - CTU

DCACTU

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 10/18

7:00 am-11:15 pm

2 stops28h 15m

Chengdu

sáb. 11/8

7:30 am-9:43 pm

2 stops27h 13m

$13,083

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chengdu?

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Chengdu from Washington, D.C.. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $1,504. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to Chengdu is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,951.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chengdu?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Chengdu is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,571. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Chengdu, so prices are often more expensive at around $2,032 per ticket.

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Best Price Found	$525
Fastest flight time	22h 55m
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Airports in Chengdu	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Chengdu from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $525. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $990.

The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu takes 22h 55m

There are no direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport - Chengdu Airport, Baltimore/Washington Airport - Chengdu Airport and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport - Chengdu Airport.

There is 1 airport near Chengdu: Chengdu (CTU)

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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 22h 55m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu Airport?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu Airport?
As of August 2025, 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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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chengdu?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chengdu?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Chengdu is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,571. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Chengdu, so prices are often more expensive at around $2,032 per ticket.

Can stopping save me money on Washington, D.C. to Chengdu flights?

You could potentially save up to 32% on your flight if you consider stops on a Washington, D.C. to Chengdu flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu?

Air China is the most popular carrier operating from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu

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