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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Chengdu? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $2,386. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chengdu.$1,665 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep, returning Wed, 7 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,665, select.
Chengdu.$1,737 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with Korean Air and Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,737, select.
Chengdu.$2,097 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 May, returning Thu, 20 May.Return flight with Korean Air and Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 9 May, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Thu, 20 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,097, select.
Chengdu.$2,248 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct, returning Tue, 20 Oct.Return flight with Emirates and Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,248, select.
Chengdu.$2,391 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug, returning Tue, 25 Aug.Return flight with Emirates and Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,391, select.
Chengdu.$2,583 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul, returning Tue, 4 Aug.Return flight with Emirates and Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,583, select.
Chengdu.$2,927 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Jan, returning Fri, 22 Jan.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Chengdu Shuangliu International.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Chengdu Shuangliu International on Fri, 22 Jan, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,927, select.
Chengdu.$2,959 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov, returning Sat, 28 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,959, select.
Chengdu.$3,410 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Dec, returning Tue, 12 Jan.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,410, select.
Chengdu.$5,595 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Thu, 31 Dec.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chengdu Shuangliu International on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $5,595, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Chengdu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington Dulles to Chengdu flights are currently cheapest in September.
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from $2,386
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from $1,733
Oct
from $2,244
Nov
from $2,953
Dec
from $5,583
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from $2,921
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from $2,093
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Alternative Washington Dulles to Chengdu routes

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

Chengdu Shuangliu International

14km from central Chengdu
Closest
from $2,927
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Chengdu Tianfu International

55km from central Chengdu
Cheapest
from $1,662
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Washington D.C. to Chengdu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,662
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles 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 Washington Dulles to Chengdu is $1,665. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Washington Dulles to Chengdu. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,662.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Washington Dulles to Chengdu.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Chengdu is usually September.
If you're flying from Washington Dulles 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 $1,665.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Chengdu on Sunday, 20 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Washington Dulles Airport and Chengdu. Most routes have one or more stops.
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, Qatar Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chengdu.

Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Chengdu: what you need to know

  • Chengdu is 13 hours ahead of Washington DC, where Washington Dulles International Airport is located. Chengdu follows the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your IAD to Chengdu flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time like June? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • We make it easy to book plane tickets from IAD to Chengdu with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

    • Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)

  • IAD is about 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near IAD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Chengdu or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:

  • Of all flights departing from Washington Dulles International Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.

  • IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Chengdu

  • $1,066 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Chengdu flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,662. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from IAD to Chengdu. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Chengdu across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.

  • Finding a cheap flight from IAD to Chengdu is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Chengdu.

Airports in Chengdu

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

  • Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is around 48 kilometres from central Chengdu. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 50 minutes.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.

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

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)

  • Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Chengdu. Following your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Chengdu, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.

  • Travelling by public transport will take about 45 minutes.

  • You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near CTU. Unwind and get cosy after your IAD to Chengdu flight at any of these well-located options:

  • Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport can be found at Airport Expressway Entrance.

Best time to go to Chengdu

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Chengdu. February is the busiest month for a trip to Chengdu. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.

  • The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Washington Dulles International Airport to Chengdu plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IAD to Chengdu in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).

More about Chengdu

Explore more of China

  • You've seen Chengdu, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Journey about 193 kilometres east to Nanchong to tick off its leading attractions. From Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area to Xishan Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Tianshui is another favourite destination in China and is around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. No journey is complete without a visit to Qimulin Mountain, Yuquan Temple and Tianshui Shenjin Mountain Provincial Forest Park.

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