$417 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Chengdu (CTU)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Chengdu (SFO-CTU)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $417 for one-way flights and $715 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

China Southern Airlines
Tue, Jul 22 - Mon, Oct 20
SFO
San Francisco
CTU
Chengdu
$715 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$715
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 22 from San Francisco to Chengdu, returning Mon, Oct 20, priced at $715 found 2 hours ago
China Southern Airlines
Mon, Nov 17 - Mon, Dec 1
SFO
San Francisco
CTU
Chengdu
$755 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$755
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 17 from San Francisco to Chengdu, returning Mon, Dec 1, priced at $755 found 5 hours ago
China Southern Airlines
Sun, Aug 10 - Sun, Aug 31
SFO
San Francisco
CTU
Chengdu
$758 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$758
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 10 from San Francisco to Chengdu, returning Sun, Aug 31, priced at $758 found 5 hours ago
China Eastern Airlines
Thu, Aug 14 - Thu, Aug 28
SFO
San Francisco
CTU
Chengdu
$764 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$764
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from San Francisco to Chengdu, returning Thu, Aug 28, priced at $764 found 1 day ago
Air China
Wed, Nov 19 - Wed, Dec 17
SFO
San Francisco
CTU
Chengdu
$768 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$768
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air China flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from San Francisco to Chengdu, returning Wed, Dec 17, priced at $768 found 2 days ago
China Southern Airlines
Mon, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 15
SFO
San Francisco
CTU
Chengdu
$791 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$791
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 1 from San Francisco to Chengdu, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $791 found 1 day ago
China Eastern Airlines
Mon, Jul 21 - Sat, Oct 18
SFO
San Francisco
CTU
Chengdu
$795 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$795
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jul 21 from San Francisco to Chengdu, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $795 found 2 hours ago
China Southern Airlines
Sun, Aug 3 - Sun, Aug 31
SFO
San Francisco
CTU
Chengdu
$800 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$800
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 3 from San Francisco to Chengdu, returning Sun, Aug 31, priced at $800 found 2 days ago
Delta
Mon, Aug 25 - Mon, Sep 15
SFO
San Francisco
CTU
Chengdu
$859 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$859
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from San Francisco to Chengdu, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $859 found 5 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Aug 11 - Mon, Sep 8
SFO
San Francisco
CTU
Chengdu
$862 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$862
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 11 from San Francisco to Chengdu, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $862 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Chengdu (CTU)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $806 - $2,650 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Chengdu

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Shuangliu Intl. CTU. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 16 minutes. Flights from $1,271
CTU
Shuangliu Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center16 min
Flights from $1,271
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Chengdu (CTU)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Shuangliu Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air China, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Lufthansa, United
Roundtrip price
$714
Distance
6855 mi

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Shuangliu Intl. Airport (CTU) cost?
You'll find cheap return flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Shuangliu Intl. Airport (CTU) starting at $13712. Book your seat and get ready for takeoff. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving SFO on August 3 2025 and touching down at CTU. The price was last updated on July 14 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SFO to CTU?
The cheapest flights from SFO to CTU are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SFO to CTU?
Book a flight from SFO to CTU with United. This carrier currently offers the lowest one-way fare on this route, starting at $7478. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SFO on October 7 2025. Prices were last updated on July 14 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Shuangliu Intl. Airport (CTU)?
Direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Shuangliu Intl. Airport (CTU) aren't available daily, so you'll need to take a flight with a layover. Explore your options with Expedia's filters. Enter your travel details and click on either "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops."
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to CTU?
Friday is typically the busiest day for flights, while Tuesday tends to be the quietest.* Keep in mind that flight schedules can change depending on a number of factors, including the season and airline.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Shuangliu Intl. Airport (CTU)?
Book a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Shuangliu Intl. Airport (CTU) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures later than this are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Shuangliu Intl. Airport (CTU) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your trip to book a flight from SFO to CTU often results in higher prices. Although you may find some last-minute discounts, they're not always guaranteed. Allow some flexibility in your schedule to maximize your chances of snagging a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to CTU flight and hotel package?
Securing a SFO to CTU flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip in one place. Pick from our extensive range of hotels and then add activities, car rentals and flights to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Shuangliu Intl. Airport (CTU)?
If you booked your SFO to CTU flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal for more details.

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