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Flight deals from Chengdu to Los Angeles International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 12,941. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Los Angeles.R 7,446 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,446, select.
Los Angeles.R 7,457 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,457, select.
Los Angeles.R 7,459 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,459, select.
Los Angeles.R 7,465 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 May.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Sat, 29 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,465, select.
Los Angeles.R 7,465 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,465, select.
Los Angeles.R 7,485 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Dec.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Mon, 14 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,485, select.
Los Angeles.R 7,525 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Mar.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,525, select.
Los Angeles.R 7,849 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Chengdu Shuangliu International on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,849, select.
Los Angeles.R 8,713 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Apr.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 20 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,713, select.
Los Angeles.R 9,651 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,651, select.
Los Angeles.R 9,664 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,664, select.
Los Angeles.R 9,678 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,678, select.
Los Angeles.R 9,681 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,681, select.
Los Angeles.R 10,295 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 May.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 4 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,295, select.
Los Angeles.R 10,298 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Jan.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Fri, 22 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,298, select.
Los Angeles.R 10,300 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,300, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chengdu to Los Angeles International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chengdu to Los Angeles International flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from R 11,540
Aug
from R 7,849
Sep
from R 7,459
Oct
from R 7,446
Nov
from R 7,457
Dec
from R 7,485
Jan
from R 10,298
Feb
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Mar
from R 7,525
Apr
from R 8,713
May
from R 7,465
Jun
from R 7,465

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Chengdu to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,446
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time12 hrs, 47 mins
Most popular airlineSichuan Airlines
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Chengdu to Los Angeles International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles International is R 12,653. 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.
12 hours and 47 minutes is the average flight time from Chengdu to Los Angeles International.
Sichuan Airlines flies direct from Chengdu to Los Angeles International.
As of July 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from Chengdu to Los Angeles International.
The cheapest month to fly from Chengdu to Los Angeles International is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport on Sunday, 6 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 47 minutes.
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 Los Angeles International 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 Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): What you need to know

  • Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll leave from in Chengdu. Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) out of here.

  • Jump on a direct Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 13 hours 20 minutes.

  • The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-8, which is 16 hours behind Chengdu. Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles.

  • Take your pick of 3 direct flights every week between Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). This is the busiest route, with Sichuan Airlines offering a 9:45pm departure from TFU to LAX.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Chengdu to LAX.

  • Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like February. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.

Airports in Chengdu

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

  • You can book a direct flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) departing from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU).

  • Book your direct flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport with Sichuan Airlines. This top airline operates services from TFU.

  • Sichuan Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from TFU to LAX.

  • With a reliable 80.77% of services arriving as planned, Sichuan Airlines is the top on-time carrier serving this route.

  • TFU is about 48 kilometres from central Chengdu. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.

  • Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Chengdu Tianfu International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:

  • Chengdu Tianfu International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart TFU arrive at their destination without delay.

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)

  • Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and LAX:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

    • Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)

  • CTU is about 16 kilometres from central Chengdu. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.

  • Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Chengdu to LAX flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport:

  • Flights from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 84% of them landing as expected.

  • You'll find CTU at Airport Expressway Entrance.

About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles International Airport is around 29 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. It takes around 35 minutes or so to get to the city by car.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport is R 7,446. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 12,653. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.

  • Book one month before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Chengdu to LAX.

  • The best month for scoring cheap Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.

  • Save time looking for cheap plane tickets from Chengdu to LAX by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

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

The best time to fly from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • December is the quietest month for flights from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Los Angeles based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • Lock in a Chengdu to LAX plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Los Angeles to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • February sees temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Los Angeles

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Los Angeles right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport:

  • Hollywood Sign and Universal Studios Hollywood are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Los Angeles to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Hollywood Bowl.

Explore more of the United States

  • You've visited Los Angeles, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel around 177 kilometres southeast to San Diego to check off its leading attractions. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • If you're eager to discover another major destination in the United States, head for Bakersfield, about 161 kilometres north of Los Angeles. Kern County Museum, Rabobank Arena, Theatre & Convention Centre and Bakersfield Museum of Art are highlights.

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