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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sydney to Chengdu? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chengdu.R 4,418 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Oct.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Sydney on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,418, select.
Chengdu.R 4,542 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Sydney on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,542, select.
Chengdu.R 4,812 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Aug.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Sydney on Thu, 14 Aug, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,812, select.
Chengdu.R 4,895 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Nov.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,895, select.
Chengdu.R 4,957 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Jul.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Sydney on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,957, select.
Chengdu.R 5,776 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Feb.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Sun, 15 Feb, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,776, select.
Chengdu.R 6,025 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jan.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,025, select.
Chengdu.R 6,292 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 May.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Wed, 20 May, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,292, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Chengdu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Chengdu flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from R 4,957
Aug
from R 4,812
Sep
from R 4,542
Oct
from R 4,418
Nov
from R 4,895
Dec
from R 6,718
Jan
from R 6,025
Feb
from R 5,776
Mar
from R 7,651
Apr
from R 7,249
May
from R 6,292
Jun
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Sydney to Chengdu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,418
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time10 hrs, 51 mins
Most popular airlineSichuan Airlines
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from Sydney 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 Sydney to Chengdu is R 6,730. 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 51 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Chengdu.
Sichuan Airlines and China Southern fly direct from Sydney to Chengdu.
As of July 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from Sydney to Chengdu.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Chengdu is usually July.
If you're flying from Sydney 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 6,730.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Chengdu on Monday, 28 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 51 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 July, the average temperature is usually around 27°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, Singapore Airlines and Sichuan Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chengdu.

Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Chengdu: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chengdu is 10 hours 50 minutes.

  • Chengdu is three hours behind Sydney, where Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located. Chengdu observes the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is the most popular route, with seven flights a week to choose from. You can fly from SYD to TFU at 20:20 with Sichuan Airlines.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to make your SYD to Chengdu flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • Direct Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chengdu tickets are available for booking. Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is where you'll be touching down.

  • Book your favourite seat with Sichuan Airlines. This leading carrier operates direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chengdu.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for flight tickets from SYD to Chengdu, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

    • Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH)

  • The journey from central Sydney to SYD takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near SYD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chengdu or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:

  • 69.62% of flights leaving from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport land at their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Chengdu

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chengdu flight is R 4,418. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 6,730. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book one month before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SYD to Chengdu.

  • The best month for scoring cheap Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chengdu tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from SYD to Chengdu.

  • Snag an affordable flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chengdu with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Chengdu

Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

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

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chengdu, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near TFU:

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)

  • Once your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chengdu has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Chengdu is roughly 21 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).

  • There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CTU. Settle in and get cosy after your SYD to Chengdu flight at any of these well-located options:

  • The address for Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is Airport Expressway Entrance.

Best time to go to Chengdu

  • Travel to Chengdu in peak season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chengdu during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.

  • Book a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chengdu flight ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

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

More about Chengdu

Explore more of China

  • Chengdu has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres east of Chengdu, a visit to Nanchong will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like 六合丝博园, 印象嘉陵江文创小镇 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park.

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

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