Travelling from Chengdu to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll board your flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles. Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are the main airports in Chengdu.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are Los Angeles's major gateways.
Around 13 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Chengdu to Los Angeles flight.
Los Angeles is 15 hours behind Chengdu and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
The busiest route for flights from Chengdu to Los Angeles is from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). You can select from three services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from TFU to LAX is the 21:55 Sichuan Airlines option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 22:30 with Sichuan Airlines.
To ensure you make your Chengdu to Los Angeles flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Travelling during a peak time such as April? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu to Los Angeles
Book three months before you want to fly. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Chengdu to Los Angeles flights.
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Flying from Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles, you can leave from Tianfu International Airport (TFU). Get from TFU to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) without any stops.
Sichuan Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct Chengdu to Los Angeles plane tickets from TFU.
Central Chengdu to TFU is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Tianfu International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles, these accommodation options will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
86.59% of flights leaving Tianfu International Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from TFU.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Chengdu to Los Angeles flight, here's where you can stop when setting off from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
The drive from central Chengdu to CTU typically takes 30 minutes, depending on traffic. It's roughly 11 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport:
Flights from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 89.89% of them arriving right on cue.
The street address for CTU is Airport Expressway Entrance.
Arriving in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near LAX if you're coming in on a late flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and discover Los Angeles and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
LAX is situated at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is about 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. Once you've disembarked your flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles, it'll take you approximately 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 40 minutes.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to VNY. Kick back after your Chengdu to Los Angeles flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Van Nuys Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Hertz and make a speedy getaway.
Get your preferred vehicle, not just what's left over, by securing your ride from VNY ahead of your arrival. You can also avoid paying more than you have to, especially when demand is high.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
May is the quietest month for flights from Chengdu to Los Angeles, while July is the busiest. 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 Los Angeles ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Los Angeles to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Griffith Observatory and The Broad are a couple of major attractions to put on your Los Angeles to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres to the south-east, check out popular attractions including San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in United States, consider San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are among its highlights.