What to know about flights from Shanghai to Chengdu?

The distance between Shanghai and Chengdu is approximately 1,662.39km. The average flight time between Shanghai and Chengdu is 3 hours 56 minutes. According to Trip.com data, travel demand is highest in January. October is generally the cheapest month to book.

Cheapest one-way
£58
Juneyao Airlines Juneyao Airlines SHA-CTU 4h 50m · 1 stop Mon, Sep 7
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Cheapest return
£120
Juneyao Airlines Juneyao Airlines SHA-CTU 4h 50m · 1 stop Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16
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Best time to book
March
Cheapest
January
Peak season for travel
Route details
1,662.39km
Flight distance
3h 56m
Average flight time

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Shanghai to Chengdu over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from £58 and round-trip from £120. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

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Flights from Shanghai to Chengdu operate an average of 210 times per day over the past 7 days, with a 25.0% on-time departure rate and a 91.7% on-time arrival rate.

Which airlines are the most popular for Shanghai to Chengdu flights?

The most popular airlines flying from Shanghai to Chengdu are China Eastern Airlines, Air China, and Sichuan Airlines, among 12 carriers on this route. Juneyao Airlines offers the lowest fares. Based on Trip.com's flight booking data from the previous 12 months.
China Eastern Airlines logo China Eastern Airlines
Air China logo Air China
Sichuan Airlines logo Sichuan Airlines
Spring Airlines logo Spring Airlines
Chengdu Airlines logo Chengdu Airlines
Juneyao Airlines logo Juneyao Airlines
Hainan Airlines logo Hainan Airlines
China Southern Airlines logo China Southern Airlines
Tibet Airlines logo Tibet Airlines
Shenzhen Airlines logo Shenzhen Airlines
Shanghai Airlines logo Shanghai Airlines
Xiamen Airlines logo Xiamen Airlines
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Shanghai to Chengdu according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Trip.com Price Insights on Shanghai to Chengdu Flights

What is the cheapest month to book a one-way flight from Shanghai to Chengdu?

Average price of one-way tickets from Shanghai to Chengdu booked on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

For a one-way flight from Shanghai to Chengdu, fares are lowest in March (£49) and highest in February (£120).

£120
£85
£49
£14
    Cheapest
  • £97
    Aug
  • £84
    Sep
  • £80
    Oct
  • £72
    Nov
  • £59
    Dec
  • £62
    Jan
  • £120
    Feb
  • £49
    Mar
  • £79
    Apr
  • £82
    May
  • £90
    Jun
  • £91
    Jul

Flight FAQs

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Chengdu?

    Based on Trip.com data, Juneyao Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop one-way flights from £58 (for example, PVG–TFU on Mon, Sep 7). For a Cheapest nonstop return flight, Juneyao Airlines offers fares from £120, departing on Wed, Sep 9 and returning on Wed, Sep 16.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Shanghai to Chengdu with the following airlines, including: Air China China Eastern Airlines Sichuan Airlines Spring Airlines Chengdu Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • A flight from Shanghai (SHA) to Chengdu (CTU) takes an average of 3 hours 56 minutes.
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Chengdu is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • On average, 450 direct flights operate each week between Shanghai and Chengdu. See below the schedules of the main airlines serving this route:
    China Eastern Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S – MU9185 (departure at 17:20) China Eastern Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S – MU5417 (departure at 20:06) Spring Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S – 9C6101 (departure at 22:30)
  • Here are some tips for finding the best flight deals from Shanghai to Chengdu on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates. The cheapest flight is currently on Mon, Sep 7, with one-way fares from just £58.
    · Compare airlines. China Southern Airlines currently offers the lowest fares on this route.
    · Set up a price alert to track fare changes without searching every day.
    · Check Trip.com regularly for flight deals and available promo codes.
    · Avoid peak season or book early. January is generally the busiest month for travel to Chengdu.
    · Get exclusive promo codes on the Trip.com app.
  • The cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to Chengdu is usually October, when demand is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Chengdu on September 16, 2026 with Juneyao Airlines, with prices starting at £58.
  • Flights to Chengdu can arrive at: Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU). The most common route connects Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (PVG–TFU).
  • The time difference between Chengdu and Shanghai is 0m.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Shanghai to Chengdu is £117. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average return fare from Shanghai to Chengdu is £223. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Enter Shanghai and Chengdu, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveller details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.
  • Spring Airlinesare the most popular budget airlines flying from Shanghai to Chengdu. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.

Note: Prices shown on this page are the estimated lowest prices and include all taxes and fees found in the last 24 hours.

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Change & Cancellation Policy

Trip.com shows the cancellation and change policies for each flight ticket during the booking process, including any fees and applicable conditions. Please check the following scenarios:
Voluntary cancellation/change:
To request a change or cancellation, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and flight segment, and submit your request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline's ticket policy.
Cancellation/change due to a flight schedule change:
If the flight schedule has changed and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please visit the customer support pages.