Travelling from Los Angeles to Chengdu: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Los Angeles. Explore your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when booking your flight from Los Angeles to Chengdu.
When landing in Chengdu, Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are the chief entry points.
The average duration of a direct Los Angeles to Chengdu flight is 15 hours 20 minutes.
Chengdu's timezone is UTC+8, making Chengdu 15 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are two flights a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from Los Angeles to Chengdu is with Sichuan Airlines at 23:15. Choose the first LAX to TFU departure operated by Sichuan Airlines at 23:15 to maximise your time in Chengdu.
Give yourself enough time to get on your Los Angeles to Chengdu flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Chengdu
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Flying from Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You can book a direct flight from Los Angeles to Chengdu departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Start your trip at LAX and land at Tianfu International Airport (TFU).
Sichuan Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct Los Angeles to Chengdu plane tickets leaving from LAX.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing Los Angeles to Chengdu flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles to Chengdu or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Los Angeles International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX arrive at their destination on time.
LAX's address is One World Way.
Arriving in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu takes about 1 hour 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Chengdu. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TFU instead:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Chengdu. Once you've hopped off your flight from Los Angeles to Chengdu, it takes approximately 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
After your flight from Los Angeles to Chengdu, rest your head at a hotel near CTU. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
You'll find Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Los Angeles to Chengdu. April is the busiest month to travel to Chengdu. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in January.
When booking your Los Angeles to Chengdu tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Chengdu, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Chengdu in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
More about Chengdu
After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Chengdu, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chengdu:
Jinli Ancient Street and Wuhou Shrine are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Chengdu to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Sichuan Opera Troupe.
Explore more of China
Nanchong is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Chengdu. Around 193 kilometres to the east, its top attractions include 小西街, 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park.
Around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu, Tianshui is another essential stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.
