Flying from Chengdu to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles. Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are Chengdu's main airports.
Arrive in Los Angeles at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Around 13 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Chengdu to Los Angeles flight.
Los Angeles is 16 hours behind Chengdu and observes the UTC-8 timezone.
The most popular route for flights from Chengdu to Los Angeles is from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). You can choose from three services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from TFU to LAX is the 21:45 Sichuan Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the last scheduled departure is at 22:30 with Sichuan Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to get on your Chengdu to Los Angeles flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like December, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu to Los Angeles
Get cheap Chengdu to Los Angeles flights by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Chengdu to Los Angeles is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Flying from Chengdu
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Depart from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) on a nonstop flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles. From TFU, you can fly directly into Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Reserve your Chengdu to Los Angeles plane tickets with Sichuan Airlines. This airline is a top choice for direct flights from TFU.
TFU is around 48 kilometres from central Chengdu. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport:
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart TFU arrive at their destination without delay.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Chengdu to Los Angeles flight. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever your plans, check out these stops between Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and Los Angeles:
Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Xiamen Airport (XMN)
With public transport, you can travel from central Chengdu to CTU in around 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 11 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 35 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles, take it easy in one of these hotels near Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport:
Flights from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 84% of them touching down as planned.
CTU is located at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Arriving in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there on public transport.
Reserve a hotel near LAX if you have a late flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and discover Los Angeles and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week before your trip.
LAX is situated at One World Way.
Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is roughly 27 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. Once you've hopped off your flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles, it'll take you approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
After your flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles, kick back at a hotel close to VNY. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Hertz and be off and running.
Get the vehicle you actually want, not just what's available, by reserving your ride from VNY in advance. You can also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially during peak travel times.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles. July is the most popular month to visit Los Angeles. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Lock in a Chengdu to Los Angeles ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Los Angeles to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap flights from Chengdu to Los Angeles around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles, browse our selection of hotels including:
Hollywood Sign and Universal Studios Hollywood are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Los Angeles to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Hollywood Bowl.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres southeast of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
San Jose is another standout destination in the United States and is around 499 kilometres northwest of Los Angeles. No trip is complete without seeing Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.