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      Compare Chengdu Tianfu International to San Francisco International flight deals

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      Flight deals from Chengdu Tianfu International to San Francisco International

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to San Francisco International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 14,417. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      San Francisco.R 7,148 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,148, select.
      San Francisco.R 8,161 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep.One-way flight with Shanghai Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Shanghai Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,161, select.
      San Francisco.R 8,318 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,318, select.
      San Francisco.R 8,758 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Nov.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,758, select.
      San Francisco.R 9,132 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Feb.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,132, select.
      San Francisco.R 9,132 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,132, select.
      San Francisco.R 9,440 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 May.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Wed, 26 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,440, select.
      San Francisco.R 9,633 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Apr.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Thu, 29 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,633, select.
      San Francisco.R 10,674 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Jan.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Thu, 28 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,674, select.
      How did we find these deals? The deals you see here are the lowest prices for flight tickets from Chengdu Tianfu International to San Francisco International found in the last 4 days, and are subject to change and availability.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Chengdu Tianfu International to San Francisco International

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chengdu Tianfu International to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in October.
      Sep
      from R 8,161
      Oct
      from R 7,148
      Nov
      from R 8,758
      Dec
      from R 8,318
      Jan
      from R 10,674
      Feb
      from R 9,132
      Mar
      from R 9,132
      Apr
      from R 9,633
      May
      from R 9,440
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      Chengdu Tianfu International to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Chengdu Tianfu International to San Francisco below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Francisco International.

      San Francisco International

      18km from central San Francisco
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      Oakland Metropolitan Oak

      19km from central San Francisco
      from R 10,101
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      Concord

      40km from central San Francisco
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      San Jose International

      63km from central San Francisco
      from R 9,634
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      San Jose Reid-Hillview

      72km from central San Francisco
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      Santa Rosa

      88km from central San Francisco
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      Chengdu to San Francisco: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 7,148
      Cheapest month to flyOctober

      Finding cheap flights from Chengdu Tianfu International to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Chengdu Tianfu International to San Francisco International is R 14,417. 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.
      Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Chengdu Tianfu International to San Francisco International. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 14,417.
      As of September 2026, there are no flights flying from Chengdu Tianfu International to San Francisco International.
      The cheapest month to fly from Chengdu Tianfu International to San Francisco International is usually October.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Wednesday, 21 October 2026.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chengdu Tianfu International Airport and San Francisco International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
      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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, Asiana Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

      Travelling from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know

      • San Francisco is 16 hours behind Chengdu and follows the UTC-8 timezone.

      • Your TFU to SFO flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

      • Flying during a peak month such as December? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

      • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is R 7,148. A return ticket right now is R 14,417. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

      • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from TFU to SFO if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.

      • Getting cheap flights from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.

      • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from TFU to SFO by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

      • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.

      Handy information about Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

      • 85% of flights leaving Chengdu Tianfu International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of TFU.

      • To get to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport from central Chengdu, it takes about 50 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

      • Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

      • Searching for a handy hotel close to TFU? If you're catching an early flight from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

      Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

      Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

      • San Francisco International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of San Francisco. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.

      • It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

      When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

      • The quietest month for a flight from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to San Francisco based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

      • The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

      • January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from TFU to SFO sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

      Explore more of the United States

      • You've visited San Francisco, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey about 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to check off its leading sights. From Winchester Mystery House to The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley, there's plenty to keep you busy.

      • If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in the United States, consider Fresno, about 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo are among its highlights.

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.