Flight Info | Beijing to Chengdu

The distance between Beijing and Chengdu is approximately 1,534.78 km. It takes around 2 hours 53 minutes on average to fly from Beijing to Chengdu. Based on Trip.com's data, travel demand peaks in July. The cheapest month to book is October.

Cheapest one-way
$84
Xiamen Airlines Xiamen Airlines BJS-CTU 2h 45m · Nonstop Tue, Sep 1
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Cheapest round-trip
$162
Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines BJS-CTU 2h 40m · Nonstop Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8
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When to travel
December
Cheapest
July
Peak season for travel
Route details
1,534.78 km
Flight distance
2h 53m
Average flight time

Book direct flights from Beijing to Chengdu: One way flights from $84, round trip flights from $162. Find flight deals for the next 3 months below.

Popular airlines from Beijing to Chengdu

Direct flights available! Find 12 airlines fly direct from Beijing to Chengdu, including Sichuan Airlines, Air China, and China Eastern Airlines. Xiamen Airlines offers the cheapest non stop flights.
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China Eastern Airlines logo China Eastern Airlines
China Southern Airlines logo China Southern Airlines
China United Airlines logo China United Airlines
Hainan Airlines logo Hainan Airlines
Shenzhen Airlines logo Shenzhen Airlines
Beijing Capital Airlines logo Beijing Capital Airlines
Xiamen Airlines logo Xiamen Airlines
Chengdu Airlines logo Chengdu Airlines
Tibet Airlines logo Tibet Airlines
Hebei Airlines logo Hebei Airlines
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Beijing to Chengdu according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Trip.com price insights on flights from Beijing to Chengdu

Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Beijing to Chengdu?

The average price of one-way flights from Beijing to Chengdu purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Beijing to Chengdu is December, with an average price of $83; while the month with the highest flight price is usually February, with an average price of up to $165.

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$124
$83
$42
    Cheapest
  • $137
    Aug
  • $111
    Sep
  • $98
    Oct
  • $90
    Nov
  • $83
    Dec
  • $106
    Jan
  • $165
    Feb
  • $87
    Mar
  • $116
    Apr
  • $103
    May
  • $111
    Jun
  • $112
    Jul

When is the cheapest day to fly from Beijing to Chengdu during Labor Day?

Data is based on the lowest one-way price from Beijing to Chengdu during Labor Day on Trip.com in the past 3 days.

Labor Day is scheduled for Sep 7. The cheapest flights from Beijing to Chengdu are available on Sep 6, with fares starting at $78.

$95
$87
$78
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    Cheapest
  • $90
    4
    Sep
  • $90
    5
  • $78
    6
  • $95
    7
  • $90
    8
  • $81
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the cheapest flights from Beijing to Chengdu (BJS-CTU)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Xiamen Airlines offers one-way fares as low as $84 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. PKX to TFU on Tue, Sep 1), while Sichuan Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $162 departing on Tue, Sep 1 and returning on Tue, Sep 8.
  • At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Beijing to Chengdu with the following airlines, including: Sichuan Airlines Air China China Eastern Airlines China Southern Airlines China United Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes around 2 hours 53 minutes to fly from Beijing (BJS) to Chengdu (CTU).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Beijing to Chengdu is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 506 flight per week flying from Beijing to Chengdu. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Air China: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- CA4116 (18:29) Shenzhen Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- ZH4324 (18:29) Tibet Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- TV6244 (18:29)
  • To find best deals on flights from Beijing to Chengdu, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Tue, Sep 1, with one-way flights priced at just $84.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Xiamen Airlines.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Chengdu travel is around July.
    · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.
  • The cheapest months to fly from Beijing to Chengdu is October, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our August flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Beijing to Chengdu on August 18, 2026 with China United Airlines, with prices starting at $79.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Chengdu, with Beijing Capital International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (PEK-CTU) is by far the most common option on this route: Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU).
  • The time difference between Chengdu and Beijing is 0m.
  • Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Beijing to Chengdu is $145. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Beijing to Chengdu is $289. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.
  • Enter Beijing and Chengdu, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

Flight from Beijing (BJS) to Chengdu (CTU)   

Chengdu is the sub-provincial capital city of Sichuan, a Chinese province. The city is also known as Chengtu is one of the three most populous Western China cities. The city located in Central Sichuan serves as the gateway to China’s western hinterlands. The western hinterlands are bamboo forests where the world’s panda roam around. The Chengdu plain surrounding the city is known as the “Land of abundance” and “Country of Heaven”. This sub-provincial city is relatively easy-going as compared to other Chinese city’s hustle-bustle. Despite its a modern city like ambiance the city still maintains it’s a small-town feel. Though the city doesn’t have many attractions, ambiance and natural beauty attract a lot of tourists to it every year. Chengdu is also a foodie’s paradise and has been given the title of “Gourmet Capital of the World” by UNESCO.  

Tip: Chengdu experiences mild and humid temperatures throughout the year. To visit in pleasant weather, the best months are from March to June and September to November.

Flights to Kuala Chengdu

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is the airport serving Chengdu is also known as Chengdu airport. The airport is located approximately 16 km from the Chengdu downtown and 2 km from Shuangliu country. The Chengdu Airport was built in 1938 and is the largest airport in southwest China. Several airways and airlines have daily flights from Beijing to Chengdu. Direct flights to Chengdu are by Air China Airlines. Beijing to Chengdu flights usually takes approximately 3 hours and 10 minutes. Other options for cheap flights from Beijing are China Southern Airways, China Eastern Airlines, and Hebel airlines.

Tip: Book flight tickets for Chengdu in advance if traveling in peak months of December and January (Chinese New Year). 

Chengdu Attractions:

Chengdu is not a city to be missed for giant Panda lovers. Start the tour of the city with the Chengdu Panda base or Research base of Giant panda breeding. Enjoy watching the pandas of all ages in their natural habitat. Leshan Giant Buddha is another popular attraction. The giant relic is a 71-meter stone statue carved from a cliff. Wuhou Temple or Wu Hou Shrine temple of Marquis is a must-visit to know the history of the city and learn about the Three Kingdom period. 

The Jinsha Site has a museum, exhibition hall, Jinsha Theatre, monument hall, and other buildings. The buildings date back to the 17th century and are of Shang and Zhou Dynasties. The museum has ancient relics and stone tools and serves as a means to known about the ancient Chengdu civilization. The Jinsha site is famous for its exhibits including the Immortal Bird and the gold Foil of Sun.  

Take the high-speed train to Dujiangyan City to see the famous sights- Dujiangyan and Mount Qingcheng. Mount Qingcheng is known as one of the birthplaces of Taoism. The beautiful mountain also has many historical temples and sites around it. Learn about the ancient water conservation system of China at the Dujiangyan Irrigation System. 

Tip: Visit the Jinli Old Street to explore the local culture and enjoy the unique face-changing show in Bian Lian-a Sichuan opera.

Shopping in Chengdu:

Chengdu is known for many other things apart from giant pandas. The city is famous for Shu brocade fabrics, embroidered clothes, lacquer wares, bamboo products, and silver inlaid products. Chunxi Road, Luomashi area and Zongfu road have many shopping centers and street stalls that sell everything from clothes to souvenirs. Chunxi Road is the main shopping area with the best shopping centers, boutiques, and cafes in the city. The Yanshikou commercial circle is also good for shopping with many prominent departmental stores and shops. 
 
Tip: Visit Shudu Avenue to shop for local food delicacies such as preserved ham and alcoholic beverages. 

Panda hometown is best explored with Trip.com. The website has 24-hour customer service, and one can combine discount hotel reservations with Beijing – Chengdu flight booking for great travel deals. Trip.com is available on both app and website and ensures quality travel service for a memorable vacation.

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To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy.
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If the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.