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

Flights via Guangzhou (CAN) offer the lowest average return price of $1,642.

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

Guangzhou (CAN) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 3h 29m.

Which airlines fly to Chengdu?

China Southern, Sichuan Airlines and Cathay Pacific 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 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chengdu. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Chengdu on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Flights connecting via Guangzhou (CAN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 34m.

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

China Eastern, Shenzhen Airlines, and China Southern are the most popular carriers operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Chengdu

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

Guangzhou (CAN) was the most common stop: 86% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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 October 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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09:20 - 18:15SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CTU Chengdu

35h 55m1 stop Shenzhen

16:30 - 07:30CTU Chengdu-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

36h 00m1 stop Shenzhen

$739China Southern

Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

15:10 - 16:00SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CTU Chengdu

27h 50m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

15:30 - 13:20CTU Chengdu-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

18h 50m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$753China Southern

Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

15:15 - 11:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CTU Chengdu

23h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

17:30 - 13:20CTU Chengdu-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 50m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$756China Southern

Sat, 24 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov

11:00 - 10:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CTU Chengdu

26h 35m2 stops Wuhan Beijing Daxing Intl

11:50 - 09:15CTU Chengdu-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

18h 25m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Wuhan

$780China Eastern

Sat, 24 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov

11:00 - 11:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CTU Chengdu

27h 55m2 stops Wuhan Beijing Daxing Intl

17:30 - 13:35CTU Chengdu-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

17h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$797China Eastern

Sat, 24 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov

21:30 - 12:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CTU Chengdu

18h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

07:20 - 09:15CTU Chengdu-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

22h 55m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Wuhan

$797China Eastern

Sun, 15 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

22:30 - 09:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CTU Chengdu

14h 20m1 stop Shenzhen

07:55 - 09:00CTU Chengdu-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

22h 05m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Wuhan

$1,017Multiple Airlines

Fri, 12 Mar - Wed, 31 Mar

15:10 - 11:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CTU Chengdu

23h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

13:30 - 10:25CTU Chengdu-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

17h 55m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Melbourne

$1,017Multiple Airlines

Mon, 8 Feb - Sat, 20 Feb

11:05 - 13:25SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CTU Chengdu

29h 20m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

08:15 - 20:50CTU Chengdu-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,027Cathay Pacific

Wed, 28 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov

11:05 - 13:25SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CTU Chengdu

29h 20m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

08:15 - 20:50CTU Chengdu-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,030Cathay Pacific

Wed, 28 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov

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11:00 - 12:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CTU Chengdu

28h 10m2 stops Wuhan Beijing Daxing Intl

17:30 - 09:15CTU Chengdu-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

36h 45m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Wuhan

$805China Eastern

Thu, 8 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct

11:00 - 00:15SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CTU Chengdu

40h 15m2 stops Wuhan Beijing Daxing Intl

13:30 - 09:00CTU Chengdu-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

40h 30m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Wuhan

$806China Eastern

Thu, 8 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct

11:05 - 10:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CTU Chengdu

26h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

09:00 - 20:25CTU Chengdu-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 25m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$822China Southern

Sun, 4 Oct - Sun, 11 Oct

11:00 - 19:25SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CTU Chengdu

35h 25m2 stops Wuhan Beijing Daxing Intl

13:30 - 10:00CTU Chengdu-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

17h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$826China Eastern

Thu, 8 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct

15:15 - 19:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CTU Chengdu

31h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

19:00 - 20:25CTU Chengdu-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

22h 25m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,052China Southern

Thu, 8 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct

11:05 - 11:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CTU Chengdu

27h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

21:15 - 07:25CTU Chengdu-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

31h 10m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Melbourne

$1,068China Southern

Sun, 4 Oct - Sun, 11 Oct

20:40 - 11:25SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CTU Chengdu

17h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital

20:00 - 15:50CTU Chengdu-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,329Air China

Tue, 6 Oct - Thu, 8 Oct

20:40 - 10:25SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CTU Chengdu

16h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital

20:30 - 15:50CTU Chengdu-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,365Air China

Tue, 6 Oct - Wed, 7 Oct

11:10 - 21:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CTU Chengdu

13h 45m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

13:55 - 09:40CTU Chengdu-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 45m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,588Cathay Pacific

Sun, 4 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct

11:10 - 21:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CTU Chengdu

13h 45m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

13:55 - 07:10CTU Chengdu-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

14h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,604Cathay Pacific

Sun, 4 Oct - Sun, 11 Oct

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13 Oct

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China Southern

29 Oct

SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

35h 55m

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CTU18:15Chengdu

5 Nov

CTU16:30Chengdu

36h 00m

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SYD07:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

$739

China Southern

22 Nov

SYD15:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 50m

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29 Nov

CTU15:30Chengdu

18h 50m

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SYD13:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

$753

China Southern

24 Oct

SYD15:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

23h 40m

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4 Nov

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16h 50m

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SYD13:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

$756

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Sat 24/10

15:15-11:55

1 stop23h 40m

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17:30-13:20

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Sat 24/10

11:00-10:35

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11:50-09:15

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CTU Chengdu

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Sat 24/10

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17:30-13:35

1 stop17h 05m

$797

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CTU Chengdu

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Sun 15/11

21:30-12:35

1 stop18h 05m

Chengdu

Sun 22/11

07:20-09:15

2 stops22h 55m

$797

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CTU Chengdu

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1 stop14h 20m

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Wed 31/3

07:55-09:00

2 stops22h 05m

$1,017

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CTU Chengdu

SYDCTU

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Mon 8/2

15:10-11:55

1 stop23h 45m

Chengdu

Sat 20/2

13:30-10:25

2 stops17h 55m

$1,017

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CTU Chengdu

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 28/10

11:05-13:25

1 stop29h 20m

Chengdu

Sun 1/11

08:15-20:50

1 stop33h 35m

$1,027

SydneyChengdu

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CTU Chengdu

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 28/10

11:05-13:25

1 stop29h 20m

Chengdu

Sun 1/11

08:15-20:50

1 stop33h 35m

$1,030

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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 $799 to $1,208.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $739.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chengdu?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chengdu from Sydney, with most prices found around $667. If you’re not able to fly to Chengdu in May, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from Sydney to Chengdu during March average around $671.

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 $979 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 $651 on momondo.

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Best price found	$444
Fastest flight time	13h 45m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed and Sun
Airports in Chengdu	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Chengdu from Sydney in the past 72 hours is $444. The best return flight deal from Sydney to Chengdu found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $739.

The fastest flight from Sydney to Chengdu takes 13h 45m

Direct flights go from Sydney to Chengdu on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There is 1 airport in Chengdu. From Sydney there are direct flights to Chengdu (CTU).

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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 13h 45m.
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 October 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 75% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are China Eastern at 13%, Sichuan Airlines at 6%, and Cathay Pacific at 6%.

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China Southern	PriceFrom $562	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 174 reviews	Search China Southern flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $661	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 244 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $831	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 35 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,094	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,507 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights

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