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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Chengdu? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 679 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Chengdu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Chengdu flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Los Angeles International to Chengdu

Alternative Los Angeles International to Chengdu routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Los Angeles International to Chengdu? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Los Angeles to Chengdu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found632 €
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time16 hrs, 9 mins
Most popular airlineSichuan Airlines
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International to Chengdu: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Chengdu: Chengdu Shuangliu International and Chengdu Tianfu International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to Chengdu is 632 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
16 hours and 9 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to Chengdu.
Sichuan Airlines flies direct from Los Angeles International to Chengdu.
As of July 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to Chengdu.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Chengdu is usually August.
If you're flying from Los Angeles International Airport, the cheapest airport near Chengdu is Chengdu Tianfu International – which is 54.6 km away from the centre of Chengdu. We've found flights into this airport from 632 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Chengdu on Sunday, 30 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 16 hours and 9 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chengdu but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chengdu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chengdu, when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 0°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, Xiamen Airlines and Sichuan Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chengdu.

Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Chengdu: what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Chengdu is 13 hours 20 minutes.

  • Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Chengdu is 16 hours ahead of Los Angeles.

  • The busiest route is from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU). Take your pick of two weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LAX to TFU is the 23:15 Sichuan Airlines service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 23:15 with Sichuan Airlines.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your LAX to Chengdu flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, 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 when you travel during a peak period in general.

  • Direct Los Angeles International Airport to Chengdu tickets are available for booking. Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is where you'll disembark.

  • Sichuan Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Chengdu.

  • We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from LAX to Chengdu with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • Located around 19 kilometres from central Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Chengdu? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near LAX:

  • Los Angeles International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart LAX arrive at their destination as scheduled.

  • LAX is located at One World Way.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Chengdu

  • The best price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Chengdu flight is 339 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 632 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Lock in cheap flights from LAX to Chengdu by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • The best month for finding cheap Los Angeles International Airport to Chengdu tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from LAX to Chengdu is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when a deal gets even better.

  • Snag an affordable flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Chengdu with the help of our filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Chengdu

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

  • Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.

  • If you have a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Chengdu, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near TFU:

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)

  • The centre of Chengdu is located around 16 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). After your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Chengdu has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.

  • If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 45 minutes or so.

  • Following your LAX to Chengdu flight, kick back at a hotel near CTU. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

  • Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is located at Airport Expressway Entrance.

Best time to go to Chengdu

  • December is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Chengdu, while February is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Chengdu based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • When booking your Los Angeles International Airport to Chengdu plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Chengdu, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from LAX to Chengdu in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.

More about Chengdu

Explore more of China

  • You've done Chengdu, now it's time to explore other parts of China. Journey around 193 kilometres east to Nanchong to check off its top attractions. From Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area to Xishan Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu, Tianshui is another essential stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Qimulin Mountain, Yuquan Temple and Tianshui Shenjin Mountain Provincial Forest Park.

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