Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Sydney to Chengdu?

Flights connecting via Beijing (PEK) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 16h 15m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Chengdu?

China Southern is the most popular carrier operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Chengdu

Which airlines fly to Chengdu?

China Southern, Sichuan Airlines and China Eastern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chengdu from Sydney according to our data. China Southern is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chengdu. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Chengdu on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Sydney and Chengdu?

Guangzhou (CAN) was the most common stop: 57% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Sydney to Chengdu?

Flights via Beijing (PEK) offer the lowest average return price of $955.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Sydney to Chengdu?

Beijing (PEK) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 00m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Chengdu Airport?

Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Chengdu Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Chengdu Airport?

There are 4 operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Chengdu Airport as of May 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Chengdu Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Chengdu Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chengdu Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chengdu Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chengdu Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sydney and Chengdu?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,301 to $876. The lowest price recently found on this route was $789.

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15:15 - 11:15

SYD

CTU

23h 00m

1 stop

13:30 - 13:35

CTU

SYD

21h 05m

1 stop

$789China Southern

Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov

15:15 - 13:55

SYD

CTU

25h 40m

1 stop

13:30 - 13:35

CTU

SYD

21h 05m

1 stop

$793China Southern

Sat, 31 Oct - Tue, 10 Nov

22:10 - 11:15

SYD

CTU

16h 05m

1 stop

17:30 - 13:35

CTU

SYD

17h 05m

1 stop

$892China Southern

Sun, 25 Oct - Sun, 15 Nov

21:45 - 11:45

SYD

CTU

16h 00m

1 stop

15:00 - 08:25

CTU

SYD

15h 25m

1 stop

$914China Southern

Tue, 4 Aug - Thu, 3 Sep

11:05 - 22:40

SYD

CTU

14h 35m

1 stop

22:30 - 13:35

CTU

SYD

36h 05m

1 stop

$936China Southern

Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct

10:00 - 12:10

SYD

CTU

28h 10m

2 stops

20:40 - 08:00

CTU

SYD

33h 20m

2 stops

$954China Eastern

Sat, 1 Aug - Thu, 20 Aug

19:40 - 12:00

SYD

CTU

18h 20m

1 stop

21:00 - 15:50

CTU

SYD

15h 50m

1 stop

$960Air China

Thu, 1 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct

11:00 - 01:20

SYD

CTU

16h 20m

1 stop

20:40 - 08:00

CTU

SYD

33h 20m

2 stops

$981China Eastern

Tue, 4 Aug - Thu, 3 Sep

14:10 - 13:40

SYD

CTU

25h 30m

1 stop

19:00 - 19:25

CTU

SYD

22h 25m

1 stop

$982China Southern

Wed, 10 Jun - Thu, 11 Jun

21:45 - 20:40

SYD

CTU

24h 55m

1 stop

10:40 - 06:25

CTU

SYD

17h 45m

1 stop

$988China Southern

Tue, 1 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

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China Eastern

1 Aug

SYD10:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 10m

2 stops

CTU12:10Chengdu

20 Aug

CTU20:40Chengdu

33h 20m

2 stops

SYD08:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

$954

China Eastern

4 Aug

SYD11:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 20m

1 stop

CTU01:20Chengdu

3 Sept

CTU20:40Chengdu

33h 20m

2 stops

SYD08:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

$981

China Eastern

10 June

SYD11:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 20m

1 stop

CTU01:20Chengdu

11 June

CTU20:40Chengdu

33h 20m

2 stops

SYD08:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,017

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China Southern

4 Nov

SYD15:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

23h 00m

1 stop

CTU11:15Chengdu

18 Nov

CTU13:30Chengdu

21h 05m

1 stop

SYD13:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

$789

China Southern

31 Oct

SYD15:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 40m

1 stop

CTU13:55Chengdu

10 Nov

CTU13:30Chengdu

21h 05m

1 stop

SYD13:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

$793

China Southern

9 June

SYD14:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

23h 35m

1 stop

CTU11:45Chengdu

25 June

CTU19:00Chengdu

22h 25m

1 stop

SYD19:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

$825

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15:15-11:15

1 stop23h 00m

Chengdu

Wed 18/11

13:30-13:35

1 stop21h 05m

$789

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Sat 31/10

15:15-13:55

1 stop25h 40m

Chengdu

Tue 10/11

13:30-13:35

1 stop21h 05m

$793

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SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

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Sun 25/10

22:10-11:15

1 stop16h 05m

Chengdu

Sun 15/11

17:30-13:35

1 stop17h 05m

$892

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Tue 4/8

21:45-11:45

1 stop16h 00m

Chengdu

Thu 3/9

15:00-08:25

1 stop15h 25m

$914

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SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/10

11:05-22:40

1 stop14h 35m

Chengdu

Tue 27/10

22:30-13:35

1 stop36h 05m

$936

SydneyChengdu

SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 1/8

10:00-12:10

2 stops28h 10m

Chengdu

Thu 20/8

20:40-08:00

2 stops33h 20m

$954

SydneyChengdu

SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 1/10

19:40-12:00

1 stop18h 20m

Chengdu

Mon 12/10

21:00-15:50

1 stop15h 50m

$960

SydneyChengdu

SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 4/8

11:00-01:20

1 stop16h 20m

Chengdu

Thu 3/9

20:40-08:00

2 stops33h 20m

$981

SydneyChengdu

SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/6

14:10-13:40

1 stop25h 30m

Chengdu

Thu 11/6

19:00-19:25

1 stop22h 25m

$982

SydneyChengdu

SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/9

21:45-20:40

1 stop24h 55m

Chengdu

Wed 16/9

10:40-06:25

1 stop17h 45m

$988

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chengdu?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chengdu from Sydney, with most prices found around $618. If you’re not able to fly to Chengdu in November, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from Sydney to Chengdu during August average around $640.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Chengdu?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chengdu from Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chengdu for around $802 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chengdu from Sydney for as low as $632 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from Sydney to Chengdu takes 15h 55m

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How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Chengdu by plane?
Sydney Kingsford Smith and Chengdu are 8709.3 km apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 15h 55m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Chengdu Airport?
Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Chengdu Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Chengdu Airport?
There are 4 operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Chengdu Airport as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Chengdu Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Chengdu Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chengdu Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chengdu Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chengdu Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Sydney to Chengdu?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Sydney to Chengdu is China Southern, representing 69% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are China Eastern at 15%, Air China at 11%, and Sichuan Airlines at 5%.

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
China Eastern	PriceFrom $504	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 219 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $546	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 152 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Air China	PriceFrom $661	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 152 reviews	Search Air China flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $805	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 33 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights

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