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Chengdu.$524 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Jul, returning Fri, 11 Jul.Return flight with Air India and VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Indira Gandhi International on Fri, 4 Jul, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Fri, 11 Jul, arriving in Indira Gandhi International .Price includes taxes and charges.From $524, select.
Chengdu.$658 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 May, returning Wed, 9 Jul.Return flight with IndiGo and VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Indira Gandhi International on Sun, 25 May, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in Indira Gandhi International .Price includes taxes and charges.From $658, select.
Chengdu.$675 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 May, returning Mon, 9 Jun.Return flight with Thai AirAsia X and Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia X, departs from Indira Gandhi International on Sun, 25 May, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Indira Gandhi International .Price includes taxes and charges.From $675, select.
Chengdu.$699 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Jun, returning Sun, 29 Jun.Return flight with IndiGo and Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Indira Gandhi International on Sun, 22 Jun, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Sun, 29 Jun, arriving in Indira Gandhi International .Price includes taxes and charges.From $699, select.
Chengdu.$707 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Jun, returning Wed, 13 Aug.Return flight with IndiGo and Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Indira Gandhi International on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Indira Gandhi International .Price includes taxes and charges.From $707, select.
Chengdu.$714 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Jun, returning Tue, 15 Jul.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Indira Gandhi International on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in Indira Gandhi International .Price includes taxes and charges.From $714, select.
Chengdu.$761 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Aug, returning Thu, 28 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Indira Gandhi International on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Indira Gandhi International .Price includes taxes and charges.From $761, select.
Chengdu.$831 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Aug, returning Tue, 2 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Indira Gandhi International on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Indira Gandhi International .Price includes taxes and charges.From $831, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Indira Gandhi International to Chengdu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Indira Gandhi International to Chengdu flights are currently cheapest in July.
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New Delhi to Chengdu: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$524
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time4 hrs
Most popular airlineSichuan Airlines
Average flights per week1

Finding cheap flights from Indira Gandhi 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 Indira Gandhi International to Chengdu is $524. 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.
4 hours is the average flight time from Indira Gandhi International to Chengdu.
Sichuan Airlines flies direct from Indira Gandhi International to Chengdu.
As of May 2025, there is one flight per week flying from Indira Gandhi International to Chengdu.
The cheapest month to fly from Indira Gandhi International to Chengdu is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport, 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 $524.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Chengdu on Friday, 4 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours.
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 May, the average temperature is usually around 23°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, Air India offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chengdu.

Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Chengdu: what you need to know

  • Indira Gandhi International Airport is located in New Delhi. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Chengdu is two hours 30 minutes ahead of New Delhi.

  • To avoid rushing for your DEL to Chengdu flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.

  • We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from DEL to Chengdu with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

    • Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)

    • Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)

  • DEL is around 10 kilometres from central New Delhi. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.

  • Searching for a hotel near DEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Chengdu, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:

  • 67.17% of flights taking off from Indira Gandhi International Airport reach their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Chengdu

  • $268 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Chengdu flight. Return flight tickets start from $524. These fares may change depending on availability.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from DEL to Chengdu. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.

  • Landing cheap tickets from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Chengdu is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest prices across every month and land an awesome deal.

  • You don't need to check in daily to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from DEL to Chengdu.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Chengdu by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Chengdu

Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

  • Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu takes around 1 hour 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 72 kilometres away.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Chengdu. Book one of these accommodation options near TFU instead:

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)

  • The centre of Chengdu is about 21 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). After your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Chengdu has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 30 minutes.

  • After stepping off your DEL to Chengdu flight, settle in at a hotel near CTU. These are some comfortable 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

  • Before booking your flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Chengdu, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Chengdu offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.

  • The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Indira Gandhi International Airport to Chengdu flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DEL to Chengdu in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).

More about Chengdu

Explore more of China

  • Nanchong is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Chengdu. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including 六合丝博园, 印象嘉陵江文创小镇 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park.

  • Tianshui is another well-known destination in China and is around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. No trip is complete without dropping by 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.

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