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Flight deals from Shanghai Pudong to Chengdu

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Chengdu? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chengdu.R 1,836 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Sep.One-way flight with Juneyao Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Juneyao Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,836, select.
Chengdu.R 2,671 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Oct.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,671, select.
Chengdu.R 3,193 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Shenzhen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Shenzhen Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,193, select.
Chengdu.R 3,493 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Nov.One-way flight with Juneyao Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Juneyao Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 28 Nov, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,493, select.
Chengdu.R 3,516 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Dec.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 13 Dec, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,516, select.
Chengdu.R 4,035 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Jan.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 5 Jan, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,035, select.
Chengdu.R 4,131 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Feb.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,131, select.
Chengdu.R 4,315 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Apr.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 2 Apr, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,315, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Chengdu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai Pudong to Chengdu flights are currently cheapest in September.
Aug
from R 3,193
Sep
from R 1,836
Oct
from R 2,671
Nov
from R 3,493
Dec
from R 3,516
Jan
from R 4,035
Feb
from R 4,131
Mar
from R 4,809
Apr
from R 4,315
May
from R 6,150
Jun
from R 5,012
Jul
from R 6,148

Direct flights from Shanghai Pudong to Chengdu

Alternative Shanghai Pudong to Chengdu routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Shanghai Pudong to Chengdu? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Shanghai to Chengdu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,836
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time3 hrs, 21 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week404

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai Pudong to Chengdu: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Chengdu: Chengdu Shuangliu International and Chengdu Tianfu International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Chengdu is R 5,548. 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.
3 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai Pudong to Chengdu.
Air China, China Eastern and Sichuan Airlines fly direct from Shanghai Pudong to Chengdu.
As of August 2025, there are 404 flights per week flying from Shanghai Pudong to Chengdu.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Chengdu is usually August.
If you're flying from Shanghai Pudong Airport, the cheapest airport near Chengdu is Chengdu Tianfu International – which is 54.7 km away from the centre of Chengdu. We've found flights into this airport from R 5,548.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Chengdu on Tuesday, 26 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 20 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 Chengdu 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 Chengdu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In August, the average temperature is usually around 26°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chengdu, when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 0°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, VietJet Air and China Eastern offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chengdu.

Travelling from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Chengdu: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 55 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chengdu.

  • Shanghai (the location of Shanghai Pudong International Airport) and Chengdu share the same timezone — UTC+8.

  • With 95 flights a week between the two airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is the most popular route. Air China operates the earliest flight at 07:30. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from PVG to CTU is with Chengdu Airlines at 22:00.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your PVG to Chengdu flight.

  • Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • Start your journey at PVG and fly nonstop to Tianfu International Airport (TFU). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chengdu tickets.

  • Direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chengdu are offered by a range of airlines. Book your seat with any of these:

  • Central Shanghai to PVG is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near PVG. Whether you have an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chengdu or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • Of the departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% land on time at their destination.

  • PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Chengdu

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chengdu flight is R 1,836. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 5,548. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To secure cheap flights from PVG to Chengdu, book your journey two months ahead of your departure.

  • June is the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chengdu tickets. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from PVG to Chengdu.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chengdu by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Chengdu

Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

  • Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is around 72 kilometres from central Chengdu. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to TFU if you have a late flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chengdu. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)

  • The centre of Chengdu is around 21 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). After your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chengdu has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 30 minutes.

  • Following your PVG to Chengdu flight, settle in at a hotel close to CTU. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is located at Airport Expressway Entrance.

Best time to go to Chengdu

  • Travel to Chengdu in high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chengdu in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • Book a Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chengdu flight ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PVG to Chengdu in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).

More about Chengdu

Explore more of China

  • You've seen Chengdu, now it's time to explore other parts of China. Journey around 193 kilometres east to Nanchong to check off its leading attractions. From 六合丝博园 to 印象嘉陵江文创小镇 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Tianshui is another favourite destination in China and is around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. No trip is complete without experiencing 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.

Plan the rest of your trip from Shanghai to Chengdu

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