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Cheap flights from Chengdu (CTU) to San Francisco (SFO) from $515

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CTU — SFO
May 21 — May 281
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chengdu to San Francisco?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Tuesday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chengdu to San Francisco (CTU - SFO)?

When flying from Chengdu to San Francisco, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Air China flights from Chengdu to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air China for the route between Chengdu and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest Air China flights traveling from Chengdu to San Francisco. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Tue 10/89:45 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop28h 05mAir China
Wed 10/231:20 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop18h 05mAir China
Deal found 5/14$1,131
Tue 9/39:45 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop28h 05mAir China
Wed 9/181:20 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop18h 05mAir China
Deal found 5/14$1,332
Tue 7/23:00 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop34h 50mAir China
Sat 8/31:20 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop18h 05mAir China
Deal found 5/15$1,560
Tue 10/89:00 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop28h 50mAir China
Tue 10/224:25 pmSFO - CTU
2 stops27h 05mAir China
Deal found 5/14$1,787
Tue 7/29:00 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop28h 50mAir China
Sat 8/31:20 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop20h 35mAir China
Deal found 5/15$1,841
Sat 8/39:00 amCTU - SFO
1 stop16h 50mAir China
Wed 8/281:20 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop18h 05mAir China
Deal found 5/16$1,844
Tue 8/66:00 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop31h 50mAir China
Sat 8/171:20 pmSFO - CTU
2 stops31h 10mAir China
Deal found 5/16$2,095
Tue 8/612:45 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop17h 00mAir China
Tue 8/2010:35 amSFO - CTU
1 stop20h 50mAir China
Deal found 5/16$3,578
Wed 9/49:00 amCTU - SFO
1 stop16h 50mAir China
Thu 9/197:30 pmSFO - CTU
2 stops23h 25mAir China
Deal found 5/14$4,569

Cheap China Eastern flights from Chengdu to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by China Eastern for the route between Chengdu and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest China Eastern flights we've found from Chengdu to San Francisco. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Mon 10/76:55 amCTU - SFO
1 stop17h 10mChina Eastern
Mon 10/2112:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop33h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/14$1,310
Thu 10/312:35 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop34h 55mChina Eastern
Sun 11/35:45 amSFO - CTU
2 stops41h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/14$1,472
Tue 10/86:55 amCTU - SFO
2 stops22h 48mChina Eastern
Tue 10/228:30 amSFO - CTU
2 stops39h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/14$1,527
Thu 10/312:35 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop34h 55mChina Eastern
Sun 11/35:45 amSFO - CTU
2 stops38h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/15$1,599
Thu 10/315:15 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops32h 15mChina Eastern
Sun 11/35:45 amSFO - CTU
2 stops41h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/14$1,751
Mon 7/16:55 amCTU - SFO
1 stop17h 10mChina Eastern
Thu 8/112:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop33h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/14$1,824
Mon 7/16:55 amCTU - SFO
1 stop17h 10mChina Eastern
Tue 8/68:30 amSFO - CTU
2 stops35h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/15$1,857
Tue 7/26:55 amCTU - SFO
2 stops28h 16mChina Eastern
Mon 8/512:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop33h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/14$1,862
Mon 8/56:55 amCTU - SFO
1 stop17h 10mChina Eastern
Mon 8/2612:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop33h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/16$2,158

Chengdu to San Francisco 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Chengdu and San Francisco in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Chengdu to San Francisco in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Tue 10/89:45 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop28h 05mAir China
Wed 10/231:20 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop18h 05mAir China
Deal found 5/14$1,131
Mon 10/76:55 amCTU - SFO
1 stop17h 10mChina Eastern
Mon 10/2112:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop33h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/14$1,310
Tue 9/39:45 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop28h 05mAir China
Wed 9/181:20 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop18h 05mAir China
Deal found 5/14$1,332
Sun 10/610:00 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops37h 15mChina Southern
Sat 10/1912:35 amSFO - CTU
1 stop20h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 5/14$1,384
Tue 7/26:55 amCTU - SFO
2 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/412:50 amSFO - CTU
3 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,441
Mon 7/17:50 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/512:50 amSFO - CTU
3 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,457
Tue 7/26:55 amCTU - SFO
2 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/412:50 amSFO - CTU
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,471
Thu 10/312:35 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop34h 55mChina Eastern
Sun 11/35:45 amSFO - CTU
2 stops41h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/14$1,472
Sun 10/610:00 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops37h 15mChina Southern
Tue 10/2212:35 amSFO - CTU
1 stop24h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 5/14$1,508

One-way flights to San Francisco from Chengdu

Search for one-way flight options from Chengdu to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Chengdu to San Francisco can select one of these great deals. Users can also find round-trip Chengdu to San Francisco flights by using the search form above.
Mon 5/276:30 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$515
Wed 5/227:00 amCTU - SFO
1 stop18h 50mAir China
Deal found 5/16$593
Wed 5/228:00 amCTU - SFO
1 stop17h 50mAir China
Deal found 5/15$594
Mon 5/279:15 pmCTU - SFO
3 stops56h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$614
Mon 5/271:30 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops21h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 5/15$643
Tue 7/26:55 amCTU - SFO
2 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$747
Wed 6/129:00 amCTU - SFO
1 stop16h 50mAir China
Deal found 5/16$769
Mon 5/276:55 amCTU - SFO
1 stop17h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/15$822
Wed 5/225:00 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops42h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 5/15$823

Find flights from Chengdu to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chengdu to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.

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$1,131 - $2,286

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Return

Price

ChengduSan Francisco

CTU - SFO

CTUSFO

Chengdu

Tue 10/8

1 stop28h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 10/23

1 stop18h 05m

$1,131

ChengduSan Francisco

CTU - SFO

CTUSFO

Chengdu

Mon 10/7

1 stop17h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 10/21

1 stop33h 15m

$1,310

ChengduSan Francisco

CTU - SFO

CTUSFO

Chengdu

Tue 9/3

1 stop28h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 9/18

1 stop18h 05m

$1,332

ChengduSan Francisco

CTU - SFO

CTUSFO

Chengdu

Sun 10/6

2 stops37h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 10/19

1 stop20h 10m

$1,384

ChengduSan Francisco

CTU - SFO

CTUSFO

Chengdu

Tue 7/2

2 stops23h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 8/4

3 stops32h 05m

$1,441

ChengduSan Francisco

CTU - SFO

CTUSFO

Chengdu

Mon 7/1

2 stops34h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 8/5

3 stops31h 05m

$1,457

ChengduSan Francisco

CTU - SFO

CTUSFO

Chengdu

Thu 10/31

1 stop34h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 11/3

2 stops41h 25m

$1,472

ChengduSan Francisco

CTU - SFO

CTUSFO

Chengdu

Mon 7/1

1 stop22h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 8/6

1 stop20h 50m

$2,106

ChengduSan Francisco

CTU - SFO

CTUSFO

Chengdu

Wed 8/7

2 stops38h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 8/26

2 stops33h 55m

$2,286

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Deals found on 5/14

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chengdu to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chengdu to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chengdu to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated May 16, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chengdu to San Francisco, such as Air China, China Eastern and China Southern. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.5
Very good
921 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

ANA
8.5
Very good
921 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
921 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
921 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Air France
7.6
Good
1,764 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
921 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,924 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
921 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

China Eastern
7.2
Good
507 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
921 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chengdu to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from Chengdu to San Francisco for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chengdu to San Francisco for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air China for just $1,131, but on average you can expect to pay $1,526.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chengdu to San Francisco one-way?

    $593 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air China. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Southern and China Eastern, with prices starting from $643 and $822, respectively.

  • What does CTU to SFO mean?

    CTU stands for Chengdu Airport, while SFO stands for San Francisco Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chengdu to San Francisco that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Chengdu to San Francisco flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Chengdu to San Francisco with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Chengdu to San Francisco flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chengdu to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chengdu to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chengdu to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chengdu to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chengdu to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chengdu to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chengdu to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Chengdu to San Francisco offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Chengdu to San Francisco?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Chengdu to San Francisco flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Chengdu to San Francisco flight deals updated?

    The Chengdu to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/15.

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