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

Guangzhou (CAN) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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 6 different airlines that fly to Chengdu on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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.

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

Flights via Guangzhou (CAN) offer the lowest average return price of $830.

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 01m.

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 August 2025.

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.

$433 Cheap Flights from Sydney to Chengdu (SYD-CTU) in 2025

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 $713 to $971. The lowest price recently found on this route was $636.

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08:45 - 09:50SYD-CTU

27h 05m1 stop

22:00 - 19:25CTU-SYD

19h 25m1 stop

$636China Southern

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Thu, 4 Sep - Tue, 9 Sep

11:25 - 23:20SYD-CTU

14h 55m1 stop

19:35 - 20:20CTU-SYD

21h 45m1 stop

$683China Southern

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11:00 - 15:15SYD-CTU

30h 15m1 stop

06:55 - 12:35CTU-SYD

27h 40m1 stop

$693China Eastern

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Fri, 5 Sep - Sun, 7 Sep

11:25 - 11:15SYD-CTU

26h 50m1 stop

22:35 - 20:20CTU-SYD

18h 45m1 stop

$711China Southern

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$729China Southern

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06:30 - 22:40SYD-CTU

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$835

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19:00 - 19:25CTU-SYD

22h 25m1 stop

$886

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11:00 - 12:15SYD-CTU

27h 15m1 stop

17:25 - 12:15CTU-SYD

15h 50m1 stop

$963China Eastern

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20:40 - 11:50SYD-CTU

18h 10m1 stop

19:00 - 15:30CTU-SYD

17h 30m1 stop

$1,500Air China

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20:40 - 11:25SYD-CTU

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20:00 - 15:30CTU-SYD

16h 30m1 stop

$1,505Air China

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China Southern flights from Sydney to Chengdu

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China Southern

4 Sept

SYD08:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 05m

1 stop

CTU09:50Chengdu

9 Sept

CTU22:00Chengdu

19h 25m

1 stop

SYD19:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

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China Southern

1 Nov

SYD11:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

14h 55m

1 stop

CTU23:20Chengdu

8 Nov

CTU19:35Chengdu

21h 45m

1 stop

SYD20:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

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China Southern

31 Oct

SYD11:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 50m

1 stop

CTU11:15Chengdu

15 Nov

CTU22:35Chengdu

18h 45m

1 stop

SYD20:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

$711

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China Eastern

5 Sept

SYD11:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

30h 15m

1 stop

CTU15:15Chengdu

7 Sept

CTU06:55Chengdu

27h 40m

1 stop

SYD12:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

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China Eastern

30 Sept

SYD11:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 15m

1 stop

CTU12:15Chengdu

7 Oct

CTU17:25Chengdu

15h 50m

1 stop

SYD12:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

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China Eastern

30 Sept

SYD11:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 15m

1 stop

CTU12:15Chengdu

7 Oct

CTU17:25Chengdu

15h 50m

1 stop

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22:00-19:25

1 stop19h 25m

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11:25-23:20

1 stop14h 55m

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19:35-20:20

1 stop21h 45m

$683

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Fri 5/9

11:00-15:15

1 stop30h 15m

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1 stop27h 40m

$693

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SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 31/10

11:25-11:15

1 stop26h 50m

Chengdu

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22:35-20:20

1 stop18h 45m

$711

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SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 31/10

11:25-23:20

1 stop14h 55m

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1 stop18h 45m

$729

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SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

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19:00-19:25

1 stop22h 25m

$835

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SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 5/9

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2 stops18h 10m

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Sun 7/9

19:00-19:25

1 stop22h 25m

$886

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SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 30/9

11:00-12:15

1 stop27h 15m

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1 stop15h 50m

$963

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SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 29/12

20:40-11:50

1 stop18h 10m

Chengdu

Fri 9/1

19:00-15:30

1 stop17h 30m

$1,500

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SYD - CTU

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Mon 29/12

20:40-11:25

1 stop17h 45m

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20:00-15:30

1 stop16h 30m

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chengdu?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chengdu from Sydney, with most prices found around $531. If you’re not able to fly to Chengdu in February, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from Sydney to Chengdu during March average around $551.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chengdu?

The cheapest day to depart from Sydney to Chengdu is on a Wednesday. Travellers who choose to depart for Chengdu on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $666. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $1,007. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Chengdu.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chengdu?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Sydney to Chengdu when you can find flight prices for as low as $814. Flying to Chengdu in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Chengdu are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $1,271. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $864 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 $574 on momondo.

How have Sydney to Chengdu flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Sydney to Chengdu flights are approximately 25% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found	$433
Fastest flight time	14h 55m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Chengdu	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Chengdu from Sydney in the past 72 hours is $433. The best return flight deal from Sydney to Chengdu found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $636.

The fastest flight from Sydney to Chengdu takes 14h 55m

There are no direct flights from Sydney to Chengdu. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport - Chengdu Airport.

There is 1 airport near Chengdu: 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 14h 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 August 2025.
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 66% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are China Eastern at 16%, Air China at 13%, and Sichuan Airlines at 5%.

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
China Southern	PriceFrom $475	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 106 reviews	Search China Southern flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $492	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 160 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $682	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 14 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Air China	PriceFrom $684	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 95 reviews	Search Air China flights

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Can I find flights from Sydney to Chengdu with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Sydney to Chengdu

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chengdu?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chengdu from Sydney, with most prices found around $531. If you’re not able to fly to Chengdu in February, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from Sydney to Chengdu during March average around $551.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chengdu?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chengdu?

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

How have Sydney to Chengdu flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Sydney to Chengdu flights are approximately 25% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

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

Which airlines fly to Chengdu?

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

Guangzhou (CAN) was the most common stop: 50% 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 Guangzhou (CAN) offer the lowest average return price of $830.

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 01m.

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.

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

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

What is the most popular airline from Sydney to Chengdu?

Best airlines flying from Sydney to Chengdu

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Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Sydney to Chengdu?

Can I find flights from Sydney to Chengdu with flexible booking policies on momondo?

How can momondo help me find flights from Sydney to Chengdu?

I’m not ready to book a flight from Sydney to Chengdu right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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