Shanghai, ChinaChengdu, China

Flights from Shanghai to Chengdu

Nonstop flights from Shanghai (PVG) to Chengdu (CTU) take about 2h 38m (1,704 km). China Eastern, Chengdu Airlines and Air China fly it. Lowest fare seen: $107 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Shanghai to Chengdu

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

✈ China Easternnonstop fare seen✈ Chengdu Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ Air Chinanonstop fare seen

Shanghai to Chengdu fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Mar 2027, from $67 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$11228 Oct 2026—
Nov 2026$9921 Nov 2026—
Dec 2026$9416 Dec 2026—
Jan 2027$929 Jan 2027—
Feb 2027$7224 Feb 2027—
Mar 2027$674 Mar 2027—
Apr 2027$2004 Apr 2027 · China Eastern—

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $67 in March 2027, against $99 for November 2026.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Shanghai 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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Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

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 — Shanghai to Chengdu flights

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Chengdu?
A nonstop flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Chengdu (CTU) takes about 2h 38m, covering 1,704 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 Shanghai from Chengdu by air?
The great-circle distance between Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is 1,704 km (1,059 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Shanghai to Chengdu?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the PVG–CTU route include China Eastern, Chengdu Airlines and Air China. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Shanghai to Chengdu cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on PVG–CTU was $107 USD with China Eastern (nonstop), departing 28 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 Shanghai to Chengdu?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in March 2027 were cheapest, from $67 one-way, against $200 for April 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from China 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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