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Chengdu.980 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 May, returning Tue, 13 May.Return flight with Asiana Airlines and China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 13 May, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From 980 €, select.
Chengdu.1.002 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun, returning Tue, 17 Jun.Return flight with Air India and China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.002 €, select.
Chengdu.1.037 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Feb, returning Sat, 14 Feb.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 7 Feb, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Sat, 14 Feb, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.037 €, select.
Chengdu.1.037 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Sep, returning Mon, 27 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Mon, 27 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.037 €, select.
Chengdu.1.059 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Oct, returning Thu, 30 Oct.Return flight with Asiana Airlines and Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.059 €, select.
Chengdu.1.064 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Oct, returning Sat, 8 Nov.Return flight with Asiana Airlines and Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.064 €, select.
Chengdu.1.128 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 May, returning Tue, 10 Jun.Return flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) and China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.128 €, select.
Chengdu.1.151 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Korean Air and Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.151 €, select.

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New York to Chengdu: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found980 €
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from New York to Chengdu: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Chengdu: Chengdu Shuangliu International and Chengdu Tianfu International.
The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Chengdu is 980 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York to Chengdu. But we found flights with one or more stops from 980 €.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from New York to Chengdu.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Chengdu is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from New York, the cheapest airport near Chengdu is Chengdu Tianfu International – which is 54.7 km away from the centre of Chengdu. We've found flights into this airport from 980 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Chengdu on Tuesday, 6 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York and Chengdu. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chengdu but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chengdu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 18°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chengdu, when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 0°C. The rainiest month is August.
The cheapest airline that flies to Chengdu is Asiana Airlines .

Travelling from New York to Chengdu: what you need to know

  • You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from New York to Chengdu. Check out your options for flying out of New York from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).

  • Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are Chengdu's primary gateways.

  • Chengdu is 12 hours ahead of New York and observes the UTC+8 timezone.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your New York to Chengdu flight.

  • Getting on a plane during a peak month like July? High seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can easily add an hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Chengdu

  • To pick up cheap New York to Chengdu flights, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from New York to Chengdu across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

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  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your New York to Chengdu flight results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Flying from New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your New York to Chengdu flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • JFK is around 19 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • After an easy start to your holiday? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from New York to Chengdu or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

  • 74.1% of flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Split up your New York to Chengdu flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and Chengdu include:

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • EWR is about 14 kilometres from central New York. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your flight from New York to Chengdu:

  • 73.3% of flights out of Newark Liberty International Airport arrive according to schedule.

  • The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • LGA is around 13 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 25 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

  • Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near LaGuardia Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early New York to Chengdu flight:

  • With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving without delays, LGA is a dependable starting point for your journey.

  • LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.

Arriving in Chengdu

Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

  • The distance from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu is approximately 48 kilometres. It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Chengdu, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near TFU:

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)

  • Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is about 11 kilometres from central Chengdu. Once you've hopped off your flight from New York to Chengdu, it'll take you approximately 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • After your flight from New York to Chengdu, settle in at a hotel near CTU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • The address for Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is Airport Expressway Entrance.

Best time to go to Chengdu

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from New York to Chengdu. April is the busiest month to visit Chengdu. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in January.

  • Before locking in your New York to Chengdu tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Chengdu, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from New York to Chengdu in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).

More about Chengdu

Explore more of China

  • Chengdu will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres east of Chengdu, a visit to Nanchong will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like 小西街, 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park.

  • If you want to check out another well-known destination in China, consider Tianshui, roughly 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城 are highlights.

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