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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Chengdu? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chengdu.$276 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Nov, returning Thu, 13 Nov.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $276, select.
Chengdu.$333 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Sep, returning Fri, 3 Oct.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $333, select.
Chengdu.$333 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Wed, 8 Oct.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $333, select.
Chengdu.$342 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 Aug, returning Sun, 31 Aug.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Sun, 24 Aug, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $342, select.
Chengdu.$359 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $359, select.
Chengdu.$395 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep, returning Fri, 5 Sep.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $395, select.
Chengdu.$465 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Sep, returning Mon, 6 Oct.Return flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound direct flight with Air China departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $465, select.
Chengdu.$466 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Jan, returning Fri, 9 Jan.Return flight with Shenzhen Airlines and Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Shenzhen Airlines, departs from Manila Ninoy Aquino on Sat, 3 Jan, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Fri, 9 Jan, arriving in Manila Ninoy Aquino.Price includes taxes and charges.From $466, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Chengdu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Manila Ninoy Aquino to Chengdu flights are currently cheapest in November.
Aug
from $342
Sep
from $395
Oct
from $333
Nov
from $276
Dec
from $471
Jan
from $466
Feb
from $629
Mar
from $582
Apr
from $628
May
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Jun
from $770
Jul
from $770

Direct flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Chengdu

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Manila to Chengdu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$276
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time4 hrs
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week2

Finding cheap flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino 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 Manila Ninoy Aquino to Chengdu is $276. 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 Manila Ninoy Aquino to Chengdu.
Air China flies direct from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Chengdu.
As of August 2025, there are 2 flights per week flying from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Chengdu.
The cheapest month to fly from Manila Ninoy Aquino to Chengdu is usually November.
If you're flying from Manila Ninoy Aquino 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 $276.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Chengdu on Sunday, 9 November 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 August, the average temperature is usually around 26°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, Cathay Pacific and Air China offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chengdu.

Travelling from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Chengdu: what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chengdu and you'll be travelling for around 4 hours.

  • Manila (the location of Ninoy Aquino International Airport) and Chengdu follow the same timezone — UTC+8.

  • Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is the most popular route, with three flights a week to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from MNL to TFU is with Air China at 02:55. Choose the first departure with Air China at 02:55 if you want to get on your way earlier.

  • To avoid rushing for your MNL to Chengdu flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Heading off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chengdu ticket. Start your journey at MNL and end it at Tianfu International Airport (TFU).

  • Air China is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chengdu.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from MNL to Chengdu. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these airports:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)

  • The journey from central Manila to MNL takes about 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Catching an early flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chengdu? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near MNL:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Ninoy Aquino International Airport, data shows 70.07% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Chengdu

  • $188 is currently the best price for a one-way Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chengdu flight. A return flight ticket starts at $276. These prices can change depending on availability.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from MNL to Chengdu. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.

  • If you have flexibility with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chengdu ticket.

  • Finding a cheap flight from MNL to Chengdu couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available.

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

Airports in Chengdu

Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

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

  • If you have a late flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chengdu, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near TFU:

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)

  • Once your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chengdu has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Chengdu is roughly 21 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to CTU. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your MNL to Chengdu flight:

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

Best time to go to Chengdu

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chengdu. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel rates are typically higher and major attractions can be busy. Go to Chengdu in the low season for a more relaxed vibe.

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

  • Search for cheap tickets from MNL 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

  • Nanchong is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Chengdu. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include 六合丝博园, 印象嘉陵江文创小镇 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 Manila to Chengdu

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