Which airlines fly to Chengdu?

Air China, China Southern and Shenzhen Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chengdu from London according to our data. Air China is the first choice among our users, with 80% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chengdu. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Chengdu on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between London and Chengdu?

Beijing (PEK) was the most common stop: 57% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from London to Chengdu?

Beijing (PEK) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 59m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from London to Chengdu?

Flights connecting via Beijing (PEK) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 4h 45m.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from London to Chengdu?

Flights via Beijing (PKX) offer the lowest average return price of £379.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London to Chengdu?

China Southern, Air China, and China Eastern are the most popular carriers operating from London to Chengdu

When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Chengdu Airport?

Prices for flights from London to Chengdu Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to Chengdu Airport?

There are 2 operators available for flights from London to Chengdu Airport as of July 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from London to Chengdu Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to Chengdu Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chengdu Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chengdu Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chengdu Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

£291 Cheap Flights from London to Chengdu in 2025

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Chengdu?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £749 to £999. The lowest price recently found on this route was £426.

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21:00 - 20:00LHR-CTU

16h 00m1 stop

19:30 - 18:05CTU-LHR

29h 35m1 stop

£426China Southern

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Wed, 1 Oct - Wed, 15 Oct

22:05 - 17:15LHR-CTU

36h 10m1 stop

07:30 - 19:50CTU-LHR

19h 20m1 stop

£428

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22:05 - 00:05LHR-CTU

19h 00m1 stop

07:30 - 19:50CTU-LHR

19h 20m1 stop

£437Shenzhen Airlines

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11:35 - 15:15LGW-CTU

20h 40m1 stop

13:30 - 06:40CTU-LGW

24h 10m1 stop

£460China Eastern

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11:35 - 12:15LGW-CTU

17h 40m1 stop

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30h 45m1 stop

£465China Eastern

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22:05 - 14:35LHR-CTU

33h 30m1 stop

16:30 - 19:50CTU-LHR

34h 20m1 stop

£476Shenzhen Airlines

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11:40 - 15:15LGW-CTU

19h 35m1 stop

21:10 - 06:55CTU-LGW

17h 45m1 stop

£496Air China

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07:25 - 17:15LHR-CTU

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21h 40m2 stops

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11:15 - 11:25LGW-CTU

17h 10m1 stop

20:00 - 06:35CTU-LGW

17h 35m1 stop

£582Air China

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11:10 - 18:00LHR-CTU

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20h 00m2 stops

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China Eastern flights from London to Chengdu

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China Eastern

12 Sept

LGW11:35London Gatwick

20h 40m

1 stop

CTU15:15Chengdu

7 Oct

CTU13:30Chengdu

24h 10m

1 stop

LGW06:40London Gatwick

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China Eastern

12 Sept

LGW11:35London Gatwick

17h 40m

1 stop

CTU12:15Chengdu

7 Oct

CTU06:55Chengdu

30h 45m

1 stop

LGW06:40London Gatwick

£465

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China Eastern

8 Sept

LGW11:35London Gatwick

17h 40m

1 stop

CTU12:15Chengdu

18 Sept

CTU06:55Chengdu

39h 15m

1 stop

LGW15:10London Gatwick

£467

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China Southern

1 Oct

LHR21:00London Heathrow

16h 00m

1 stop

CTU20:00Chengdu

15 Oct

CTU19:30Chengdu

29h 35m

1 stop

LHR18:05London Heathrow

£426

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China Southern

12 Sept

LHR21:00London Heathrow

32h 00m

1 stop

CTU12:00Chengdu

7 Oct

CTU08:30Chengdu

16h 35m

1 stop

LHR18:05London Heathrow

£449

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China Southern

28 Aug

LGW12:00London Gatwick

16h 45m

1 stop

CTU11:45Chengdu

4 Sept

CTU19:00Chengdu

19h 10m

1 stop

LGW07:10London Gatwick

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LHR - CTU

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Wed 1/10

21:00-20:00

1 stop16h 00m

Chengdu

Wed 15/10

19:30-18:05

1 stop29h 35m

£426

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LHR - CTU

LHRCTU

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22:05-17:15

1 stop36h 10m

Chengdu

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07:30-19:50

1 stop19h 20m

£428

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LHR - CTU

LHRCTU

London Heathrow

Mon 15/9

22:05-00:05

1 stop19h 00m

Chengdu

Mon 29/9

07:30-19:50

1 stop19h 20m

£437

LondonChengdu

LGW - CTU

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Fri 12/9

11:35-15:15

1 stop20h 40m

Chengdu

Tue 7/10

13:30-06:40

1 stop24h 10m

£460

LondonChengdu

LGW - CTU

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Fri 12/9

11:35-12:15

1 stop17h 40m

Chengdu

Tue 7/10

06:55-06:40

1 stop30h 45m

£465

LondonChengdu

LHR - CTU

LHRCTU

London Heathrow

Sun 14/9

22:05-14:35

1 stop33h 30m

Chengdu

Sun 28/9

16:30-19:50

1 stop34h 20m

£476

LondonChengdu

LGW - CTU

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Sat 22/11

11:40-15:15

1 stop19h 35m

Chengdu

Sun 30/11

21:10-06:55

1 stop17h 45m

£496

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LHR - CTU

LHRCTU

London Heathrow

Mon 29/9

07:25-17:15

2 stops26h 50m

Chengdu

Sun 12/10

08:00-22:40

2 stops21h 40m

£581

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LGW - CTU

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Wed 1/10

11:15-11:25

1 stop17h 10m

Chengdu

Thu 16/10

20:00-06:35

1 stop17h 35m

£582

LondonChengdu

LHR - CTU

LHRCTU

London Heathrow

Sat 22/11

11:10-18:00

2 stops22h 50m

Chengdu

Sun 30/11

09:00-21:00

2 stops20h 00m

£584

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Chengdu?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chengdu?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from London to Chengdu. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £462. If you’re not able to fly to Chengdu in March, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from London to Chengdu during May average around £474.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chengdu?

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to Chengdu. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £477. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from London to Chengdu for around £546.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chengdu?

Our data shows that the cheapest London to Chengdu flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Chengdu in the afternoon for as low as £542. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around £569. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How have London to Chengdu flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for London to Chengdu flights are approximately 61% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from London to Chengdu

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Best price found	£291
Fastest flight time	14h 25m
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Airports in Chengdu	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Chengdu from London in the past 72 hours is £291. The best return flight deal from London to Chengdu found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £426.

The fastest flight from London to Chengdu takes 14h 25m

There are no direct flights from London to Chengdu. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are London Gatwick Airport - Chengdu Airport, London Stansted Airport - Chengdu Airport and London Heathrow Airport - Chengdu Airport.

There is 1 airport near Chengdu: Chengdu (CTU)

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How far is London to Chengdu by plane?
Chengdu is 5141.2 mi away from London. Flights usually cover this in 14h 25m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Chengdu Airport?
Prices for flights from London to Chengdu Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to Chengdu Airport?
There are 2 operators available for flights from London to Chengdu Airport as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from London to Chengdu Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to Chengdu Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chengdu Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chengdu Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chengdu Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from London to Chengdu?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from London to Chengdu is Air China (46% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are China Southern (31%) and China Eastern (23%).

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
China Southern	PriceFrom £350	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 104 reviews		Search China Southern flights
Air China	PriceFrom £422	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 91 reviews		Search Air China flights

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from London to Chengdu

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Chengdu?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chengdu?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chengdu?

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to Chengdu. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £477. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from London to Chengdu for around £546.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chengdu?

How have London to Chengdu flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for London to Chengdu flights are approximately 61% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London to Chengdu?

China Southern, Air China, and China Eastern are the most popular carriers operating from London to Chengdu

Which airlines fly to Chengdu?

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between London and Chengdu?

Beijing (PEK) was the most common stop: 57% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from London to Chengdu?

Flights via Beijing (PKX) offer the lowest average return price of £379.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from London to Chengdu?

Flights connecting via Beijing (PEK) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 4h 45m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from London to Chengdu?

Beijing (PEK) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 59m.

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What is the most popular airline from London to Chengdu?

Best airlines flying from London to Chengdu

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Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from London to Chengdu?

Can I find flights from London to Chengdu with flexible booking policies on momondo?

How can momondo help me find flights from London to Chengdu?

I’m not ready to book a flight from London to Chengdu right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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