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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rome to Chengdu? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chengdu.R 5,268 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jan.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,268, select.
Chengdu.R 5,380 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Nov.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,380, select.
Chengdu.R 5,842 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Feb.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,842, select.
Chengdu.R 5,862 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,862, select.
Chengdu.R 6,183 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 May.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sun, 17 May, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,183, select.
Chengdu.R 6,264 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Mar.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,264, select.
Chengdu.R 6,382 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rome Ciampino on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,382, select.
Chengdu.R 7,798 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Jan.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sat, 31 Jan, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,798, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rome to Chengdu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rome to Chengdu flights are currently cheapest in January.
Oct
from R 6,382
Nov
from R 5,380
Dec
from R 5,862
Jan
from R 5,268
Feb
from R 5,842
Mar
from R 6,264
Apr
from R 10,239
May
from R 6,183
Jun
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Jul
from R 9,831
Aug
from R 9,877
Sep
from R 8,934

Direct flights from Rome to Chengdu

Alternative Rome to Chengdu routes

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Rome to Chengdu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,268
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time10 hrs, 34 mins
Most popular airlineChina Southern
Average flights per week6

Finding cheap flights from Rome 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 Rome to Chengdu is R 9,153. 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.
10 hours and 34 minutes is the average flight time from Rome to Chengdu.
China Southern and Sichuan Airlines fly direct from Rome to Chengdu.
As of October 2025, there are 6 flights per week flying from Rome to Chengdu.
The cheapest month to fly from Rome to Chengdu is usually November.
If you're flying from Rome, 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 9,153.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rome to Chengdu on Thursday, 6 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 34 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 October, the average temperature is usually around 17°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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Chengdu is Hainan Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport is Sichuan Airlines.

Flying from Rome to Chengdu: what you need to know

  • Rome has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Rome to Chengdu leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).

  • Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are Chengdu's major entry points.

  • Around 11 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Rome to Chengdu flight.

  • Chengdu's timezone is UTC+8, making Chengdu seven hours ahead of Rome.

  • With five flights a week between the two airports, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is the busiest route. Board the first flight from Rome to Chengdu with Sichuan Airlines at 11:20. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from FCO to TFU is with Sichuan Airlines at 12:35.

  • Leave plenty of time to get on your Rome to Chengdu flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Chengdu

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Rome to Chengdu flights if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Rome to Chengdu across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Rome to Chengdu by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Save on your Rome to Chengdu flight with the help of our filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Rome

Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Set out from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) on a nonstop flight from Rome to Chengdu. From FCO, you can travel directly to Tianfu International Airport (TFU).

  • Reserve your Rome to Chengdu plane tickets with Sichuan Airlines. This airline is a popular option for direct flights from FCO.

  • We make it a cinch to find a Rome to Chengdu flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Rome, FCO can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Rome to Chengdu? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:

  • 70.57% of flights taking off from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport touch down at their destination on time.

Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)

  • You can reach CIA from the centre of Rome in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 13 kilometres or so.

  • Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Rome to Chengdu, stay in one of these hotels close to Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:

  • When it comes to keeping flights on track, Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 73%.

Arriving in Chengdu

Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)

  • After your flight from Rome to Chengdu has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Chengdu is roughly 11 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to CTU. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Rome to Chengdu:

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

Best time to go to Chengdu

  • January is the quietest month for flights from Rome to Chengdu, while April is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Chengdu based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Lock in a Rome to Chengdu ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Chengdu to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap flights from Rome to Chengdu around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Chengdu

Explore more of China

  • Chengdu is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometres east of Chengdu, a visit to Nanchong will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like 小西街, 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park.

  • Around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu, Tianshui is another essential stop in China. Start your sightseeing at 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.

Plan the rest of your trip from Rome to Chengdu

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