SanyaChengdu, China

Flights from Sanya to Chengdu

Nonstop flights from Sanya (SYX) to Chengdu (CTU) take about 2h 20m (1,470 km). Air China and Chengdu Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $86 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Sanya to Chengdu

Carriers on SYX–CTU according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Air Chinanonstop fare seen✈ Chengdu Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Sanya to Chengdu fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $70 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$7023 Oct 2026—
Nov 2026$819 Nov 2026—
Dec 2026$8814 Dec 2026—
Jan 2027$1355 Jan 2027—
Feb 2027$30520 Feb 2027$262 · 2 stops27 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$26530 Mar 2027—
Apr 2027$2553 Apr 2027—
May 2027$26631 May 2027—

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $70 in October 2026, against $88 at best later on.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Sanya to Chengdu, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Chengdu

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China is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Sanya to Chengdu flights

How long is the flight from Sanya to Chengdu?
A nonstop flight from Sanya (SYX) to Chengdu (CTU) takes about 2h 20m, covering 1,470 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Sanya from Chengdu by air?
The great-circle distance between Sanya Phoenix International Airport and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is 1,470 km (913 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Sanya to Chengdu?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the SYX–CTU route include Air China and Chengdu Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Sanya to Chengdu cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on SYX–CTU was $86 USD with Air China (nonstop), departing 3 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Sanya to Chengdu?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in October 2026 were cheapest, from $70 one-way, against $266 for May 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Sanya to China?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter China visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Chengdu?
China is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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