Find Cheap Flights from Chicago to Chengdu (CHI - CTU)

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Useful information for finding cheap flights from Chicago to Chengdu and booking your next trip

Cheapest round-trip flights	$1,106	Cathay Pacific 1 stop 33 hr Thu, Jan 8 — Wed, Jan 21	The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Chengdu is currently $1,106
Cheapest one-way flight	$604	Alaska, China Airlines 2 stops 28 hr Sun, Jan 11	The cheapest one-way flight from Chicago to Chengdu is currently $604
Last-minute weekend getaway	$1,543	EVA Air, Cathay Pacific 2 stops 48 hr Thu, Nov 20 — Mon, Nov 24	The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Chicago to Chengdu is currently $1,543
Cheapest business class flights	$5,480	Air China, United 1 stop 26 hr Thu, Jan 1 — Fri, Jan 16	The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Chicago to Chengdu is currently $5,480

Fastest flight	22 hr 5 min	The fastest flight with stops from Chicago to Chengdu takes 22 hr 5 min
Nonstop flights	None	There are no direct flights on this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Chengdu is typically November. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.

November Cheapest	Typical prices: $1,150–1,750
July Most expensive	Typical prices: $1,950–2,300

Popular airlines from Chicago to Chengdu

Cathay Pacific

from $1,106

Typical price: $1,550–2,400

7 weekly connecting flights

ORD - TFU Every day
Qatar Airways

from $1,560

Typical price: $1,700–3,100

6 weekly connecting flights

ORD - TFU Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
EVA Air

from $1,235

Typical price: $1,800–7,200

4 weekly connecting flights

ORD - TFU Every Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat
Ethiopian

from $2,285

Typical price: $2,250–4,150

3 weekly connecting flights

ORD - TFU Every Mon, Wed, Sat

Popular airports near Chicago

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

Chicago United States 31 min 16 mi
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

Chicago United States 26 min 9 mi
Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)

Milwaukee United States 1 hr 28 min 75 mi
Indianapolis International Airport (IND)

Indianapolis United States 2 hr 58 min 165 mi

Popular airports near Chengdu

Chengdu Tianfu International (TFU)

Chengdu China 1 hr 18 min 29 mi
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)

Chengdu China 31 min 7 mi
Mianyang Nanjiao Airport (MIG)

Mianyang China 2 hr 71 mi
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)

Chongqing China 3 hr 38 min 164 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Chengdu

When are the cheapest days to fly from Chicago to Chengdu?

The cheapest flights from Chicago to Chengdu are usually in November. Typical ticket prices in November range from $1,150 to $1,750.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Chengdu?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Chengdu recently found on Google Flights was with Cathay Pacific from $1,106. The cheapest one-way flight was with Alaska, China Airlines from $604.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:

The cheapest Cathay Pacific flight from Chicago to Chengdu is $1,106, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 21.
The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Chicago to Chengdu is $1,560, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
The cheapest EVA Air flight from Chicago to Chengdu is $1,235, flying from Jan 17 to Feb 2.
The cheapest Ethiopian flight from Chicago to Chengdu is $2,285, flying from Jan 9 to Jan 24.

What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Chengdu?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Chengdu starts at $1,106 from Thu, Jan 8 to Wed, Jan 21. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $604 and departs on Sun, Jan 11.

How long does it take to fly from Chicago to Chengdu?

22 hr 5 min is the shortest flight time from Chicago to Chengdu.

When should you fly to Chengdu, China?

Most visitors come between Jun–Oct. Summer (Jun–Aug) is hot and humid, with occasional rainstorms, winter (Nov–Feb) is cold and moist, and spring and fall are mild. Key holidays and events include Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb, dates vary), the Flower Fair (Feb), the International Peach Blossom Festival (Mar–Apr, dates vary) and the Xinjin Dragon Boat Race (Jun).

How do I find cheap dates to fly from Chicago to Chengdu?

It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Chicago to Chengdu.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.

What is the best airline to fly from Chicago to Chengdu?

What counts as the best airline for your flights from Chicago to Chengdu really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Chicago to Chengdu.

In terms of flights, Cathay Pacific is the most popular. Cathay Pacific offers 7 connecting flights per week. Cathay Pacific flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Chengdu Tianfu International (TFU) .

Other popular airlines flying from Chicago to Chengdu are:

Qatar Airways offers 6 connecting flights per week. Qatar Airways flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Chengdu Tianfu International (TFU) .
EVA Air offers 4 connecting flights per week. EVA Air flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Chengdu Tianfu International (TFU) .
Ethiopian offers 3 connecting flights per week. Ethiopian flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Chengdu Tianfu International (TFU) .

The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Chicago and Chengdu.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Chengdu?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Chengdu recently found on Google Flights was with Cathay Pacific from $1,106. The cheapest one-way flight was with Alaska, China Airlines from $604.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:

The cheapest Cathay Pacific flight from Chicago to Chengdu is $1,106, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 21.
The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Chicago to Chengdu is $1,560, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
The cheapest EVA Air flight from Chicago to Chengdu is $1,235, flying from Jan 17 to Feb 2.
The cheapest Ethiopian flight from Chicago to Chengdu is $2,285, flying from Jan 9 to Jan 24.

Which airlines have direct flights from Chicago to Chengdu?

No airline flies direct from Chicago to Chengdu.

There are 7 Cathay Pacific connecting flights from Chicago to Chengdu per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 6 Qatar Airways connecting flights from Chicago to Chengdu per week. Flights are available on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.
There are 4 EVA Air connecting flights from Chicago to Chengdu per week. Flights are available on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.
There are 3 Ethiopian connecting flights from Chicago to Chengdu per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.

Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.

Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Chicago to Chengdu?

The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Chengdu at price $1,543 is offered by EVA Air, Cathay Pacific from Thu, Nov 20 to Mon, Nov 24.

Which airlines have direct flights from Chicago to Chengdu?

No airline flies direct from Chicago to Chengdu.

There are 7 Cathay Pacific connecting flights from Chicago to Chengdu per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 6 Qatar Airways connecting flights from Chicago to Chengdu per week. Flights are available on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.
There are 4 EVA Air connecting flights from Chicago to Chengdu per week. Flights are available on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.
There are 3 Ethiopian connecting flights from Chicago to Chengdu per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.

Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.

When are direct flights from Chicago to Chengdu available?

There are no direct flights from Chicago to Chengdu.

How can I find nonstop flights from Chicago to Chengdu?

It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Chicago to Chengdu, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.

What are the cheapest business class flights from Chicago to Chengdu?

The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Chicago and Chengdu start at $5,480 from Thu, Jan 1 to Fri, Jan 16 with Air China, United.

What are the cheapest economy class flights from Chicago to Chengdu?

The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Chicago and Chengdu start at $1,106 from Thu, Jan 8 to Wed, Jan 21.

How can I book business class trips from Chicago to Chengdu?

To book business class trips from Chicago to Chengdu, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.

Are there any last-minute deals from Chicago to Chengdu next weekend?

The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Chicago and Chengdu starts at $1,543 from Thu, Nov 20 to Mon, Nov 24 with EVA Air, Cathay Pacific.

Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Chicago to Chengdu?

The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Chengdu at price $1,543 is offered by EVA Air, Cathay Pacific from Thu, Nov 20 to Mon, Nov 24.

How can I find last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Chengdu?

To find last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Chengdu, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.