ShenzhenChengdu, China

Flights from Shenzhen to Chengdu

Nonstop flights from Shenzhen (SZX) to Chengdu (CTU) take about 2h 9m (1,316 km). Air China, Sichuan Airlines and Shenzhen Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $112 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airport transfer

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Airlines flying Shenzhen to Chengdu

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

✈ Air Chinanonstop fare seen✈ Sichuan Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ Shenzhen Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ Chengdu Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Shenzhen to Chengdu fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $107 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$10728 Oct 2026—
Nov 2026$1127 Nov 2026 · Air China—
Dec 2026$1141 Dec 2026 · Sichuan Airlines—
Jan 2027$1491 Jan 2027—
Mar 2027$20525 Mar 2027—

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $107 for October 2026, $114 at best after that.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Shenzhen 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 — Shenzhen to Chengdu flights

How long is the flight from Shenzhen to Chengdu?
A nonstop flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Chengdu (CTU) takes about 2h 9m, covering 1,316 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 Shenzhen from Chengdu by air?
The great-circle distance between Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is 1,316 km (818 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Shenzhen to Chengdu?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the SZX–CTU route include Air China, Sichuan Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines 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 Shenzhen to Chengdu cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on SZX–CTU was $112 USD with Air China (nonstop), departing 7 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 Shenzhen to Chengdu?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in October 2026 were cheapest, from $107 one-way, against $205 for March 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Shenzhen 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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