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Chengdu.$153 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Nov, returning Wed, 19 Nov.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $153, select.
Chengdu.$153 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Dec, returning Thu, 1 Jan.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Mon, 29 Dec, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Thu, 1 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $153, select.
Chengdu.$212 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Oct, returning Sat, 8 Nov.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sun, 26 Oct, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $212, select.
Chengdu.$244 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Oct, returning Sat, 25 Oct.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Sat, 25 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $244, select.
Chengdu.$254 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep, returning Wed, 10 Sep.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $254, select.
Chengdu.$271 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug, returning Wed, 10 Sep.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $271, select.
Chengdu.$272 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Sep, returning Mon, 13 Oct.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $272, select.
Chengdu.$330 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Aug, returning Thu, 28 Aug.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Mon, 18 Aug, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From $330, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Chengdu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai to Chengdu flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jul
from $361
Aug
from $330
Sep
from $254
Oct
from $244
Nov
from $153
Dec
from $530
Jan
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Feb
from $634
Mar
from $1,014
Apr
from $3,208
May
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Jun
from $2,470

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Shanghai to Chengdu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$153
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time3 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week816

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai 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 Shanghai to Chengdu is $153. 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.
3 hours and 12 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Chengdu.
China Eastern, Air China and Sichuan Airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Chengdu.
As of July 2025, there are 816 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Chengdu.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Chengdu is usually November.
If you're flying from Shanghai, the cheapest airport near Chengdu is Chengdu Tianfu International – which is 54.7 km away from the centre of Chengdu. We've found flights into this airport from $153.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Chengdu on Saturday, 15 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 12 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Chengdu is Spring Airlines .

Flying from Shanghai to Chengdu: what you need to know

  • Start your trip planning by checking out the departure points for your flight from Shanghai to Chengdu. Explore the options for taking off from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), two of the city's main airports.

  • Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are the major arrival points in Chengdu.

  • Around 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Shanghai to Chengdu flight.

  • Shanghai and Chengdu are both in the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.

  • The most popular route for flights from Shanghai to Chengdu is from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). Take your pick of 95 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PVG to CTU is the 07:30 Air China option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last available departure is at 22:00 with Chengdu Airlines.

  • To ensure you make your Shanghai to Chengdu flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Chengdu

  • Get cheap Shanghai to Chengdu flights by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.

  • June is the best month for nabbing an incredible deal on a plane ticket from Shanghai to Chengdu. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from Shanghai to Chengdu by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Save on your Shanghai to Chengdu flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Thinking of jetting off from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)? You can catch a direct flight from Shanghai to Chengdu out of this hub. Land at Tianfu International Airport (TFU) or Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) without any detours.

  • There are multiple airlines that offer direct Shanghai to Chengdu plane tickets. Compare your options below to find the best carrier for your flight from SHA:

  • SHA is around 13 kilometres from central Shanghai. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre.

  • It's your holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your flight from Shanghai to Chengdu:

  • Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 85.58% of them touching down on schedule.

  • You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Arriving in Chengdu

Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)

  • Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is about 11 kilometres from central Chengdu. Following your flight from Shanghai to Chengdu, it takes approximately 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near CTU. Kick back after your Shanghai to Chengdu flight at one of these perfectly located options:

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

Best time to go to Chengdu

  • April is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai to Chengdu. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Chengdu in January.

  • When booking your Shanghai to Chengdu tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Chengdu, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap flights from Shanghai to Chengdu around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Chengdu

Explore more of China

  • Nanchong is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Chengdu. Around 193 kilometres to the east, top sights here 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. Experience major highlights starting with 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.

Plan the rest of your trip from Shanghai to Chengdu

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