Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Chengdu

Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Chengdu

Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Chengdu. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.

Cheapest one way flight

$74

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

3h 25m

03/04/2027

The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Chengdu departs on 03/04/2027, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $74

Cheapest round trip flight

$206

China Eastern Airlines

Direct flight

6h 15m

11/03/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Chengdu departs on 11/03/2026, is operated by China Eastern Airlines and costs $206

The fastest flight

3h 5m

Fastest flight from Shanghai to Chengdu takes 3h 5m

Direct flights

Several times a week

There are direct flights on this route 6 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Sa

Earliest flight

7:20 AM

Latest flight

10:10 PM

Average flight duration

3h 11m

Direct flights count

397

Distance

1660km

Timezone difference

0h

The distance between Shanghai and Chengdu is 1660km (1029 miles). The average flight duration is 3h 11m. There are 397 direct flights from Shanghai to Chengdu. Shanghai and Chengdu are in the same time zone. Flights from Shanghai begin at 7:20 AM. The latest flight from Shanghai departs at 10:10 PM

Remember that on average the ideal time to book flights is 2 months before departure!

Airfare from Shanghai to Chengdu by month

The cost of a one-way flight from Shanghai to Chengdu ranges from $67 (February 2027) to $380 (June 2027). On average, the ticket price is about $114–$185.

February 2027

Lowest price

on average:

$67

June 2027

Highest price

on average:

$380

Avg Price

Price dynamics

Ticket prices for Shanghai — Chengdu follow a predictable curve: rise, peak, and decline. This typical seasonal pattern lets you plan your purchase to avoid overpaying.

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Prices rise from February 2027 to June 2027 (+466%), then decline from June 2027 to September 2027 (23%). The cheapest tickets are in January 2027–February 2027 (averaging $81), while the priciest are in June 2027–July 2027 ($367).

Best time to buy

For savings, plan your flight for January 2027–February 2027 — you could save up to 78%. Try to avoid June 2027–July 2027 when possible: prices are at their highest then.

Price predictability

Price spread on this route is 65.6%. Costs depend heavily on the season, so flexibility in choosing your departure month is especially valuable here.

Airlines operating on route

More than 10 airlines operate flights from Shanghai to Chengdu, including Spring Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Chengdu Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Air Macau, and VietjetAir. This is a popular route, so passengers can choose tickets based on budget and preferences. Ticket prices start from $74, and our service lets you instantly compare all options. The variety of offers simplifies planning: you can choose budget fares or more comfortable options with baggage included or extra services. We help you find the best deals so your trip is cost-efficient.

Spring Airlines

starting at $74

Juneyao Airlines

starting at $111

China Southern Airlines

starting at $118

Sichuan Airlines

starting at $119

Shanghai Airlines

starting at $119

China Eastern Airlines

starting at $119

starting at $126

starting at $129

starting at $274

starting at $303

Non-stop flights from Shanghai to Chengdu

A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Shanghai to Chengdu, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

Shanghai — Chengdu

SHA — CTU

03/04/2027

Departure

Direct flight

9C7685

starting at $74

Shanghai — Chengdu

SHA — CTU

02/20/2027

Departure

Direct flight

9C7685

starting at $74

Shanghai — Chengdu

SHA — CTU

02/21/2027

Departure

Direct flight

9C7685

starting at $74

Shanghai — Chengdu

SHA — CTU

02/22/2027

Departure

Direct flight

9C7685

starting at $74

Shanghai — Chengdu

SHA — CTU

02/23/2027

Departure

Direct flight

9C7685

starting at $74

Shanghai — Chengdu

SHA — CTU

02/24/2027

Departure

Direct flight

9C7685

starting at $74

Shanghai — Chengdu

SHA — CTU

12/05/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8819

starting at $97

Shanghai — Chengdu

SHA — CTU

12/14/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C7685

starting at $97

Shanghai — Chengdu

SHA — CTU

11/24/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C7685

starting at $99

Shanghai — Chengdu

SHA — CTU

11/29/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C7685

starting at $99

Schedule of direct flights from Shanghai to Chengdu

Nearly all of the 7 airlines on the Shanghai — Chengdu route operate daily, with just one exception: China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Spring Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, and Air China fly every day. Hainan Airlines flies every day except Saturday.

China Eastern Airlines

Every day

starting at $113

China Southern Airlines

Every day

starting at $123

Spring Airlines

Every day

starting at $97

Shanghai Airlines

Every day

starting at $116

Hainan Airlines

Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Fr

starting at $116

Sichuan Airlines

Every day

starting at $119

Air China

Every day

starting at $132

Shanghai airports overview

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

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PVG

33km

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

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SHA

14km

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Chengdu airports overview

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport

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CTU

Chengdu Tianfu

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TFU

61km

Handles domestic and international flights for Chengdu and Sichuan, with modern terminals and convenient rail and road links about 50 km southeast of the city.

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

What is the cheapest price for flights from Shanghai to Chengdu?

The cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Chengdu according to data for the last 48 hours costs $74

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Shanghai — Chengdu?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Shanghai to Chengdu is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Shanghai to Chengdu?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Shanghai to Chengdu can be found flying in these months: February, October, December.

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Chengdu?

The fastest flights from Shanghai to Chengdu start from 3 hours 5 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Shanghai to Chengdu?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Shanghai — Chengdu: Spring Airlines

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Shanghai to Chengdu

We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.

We couldn't find any special offers for flights from Shanghai to Chengdu

Alternative routes

Changzhou ➜ Chengdu•Hangzhou ➜ Chengdu•Zhoushan ➜ Chengdu•Ningbo ➜ Chengdu•Nanjing ➜ Chengdu•Nantong ➜ Chengdu•Wuxi ➜ Chengdu•Yiwu ➜ Chengdu•Yancheng ➜ Chengdu•Yangzhou ➜ Chengdu•Shanghai ➜ Bijie•Shanghai ➜ Chongqing•Shanghai ➜ Dazhou•Shanghai ➜ Luzhou•Shanghai ➜ Nanchong•Shanghai ➜ Xichang•Shanghai ➜ Yibin•Shanghai ➜ Zhaotong

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Cheapest one way flight

$74

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

3h 25m

03/04/2027

The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Chengdu departs on 03/04/2027, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $74

Cheapest round trip flight

$206

China Eastern Airlines

Direct flight

6h 15m

11/03/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Chengdu departs on 11/03/2026, is operated by China Eastern Airlines and costs $206

The fastest flight

3h 5m

Fastest flight from Shanghai to Chengdu takes 3h 5m

Direct flights

Several times a week

There are direct flights on this route 6 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Sa

Earliest flight

7:20 AM

Latest flight

10:10 PM

Average flight duration

3h 11m

Direct flights count

397

Distance

1660km

Timezone difference

0h

Spring Airlines

starting at $74

Juneyao Airlines

starting at $111

China Southern Airlines

starting at $118

Sichuan Airlines

starting at $119

Shanghai Airlines

starting at $119

China Eastern Airlines

starting at $119

starting at $126

starting at $129

starting at $274

starting at $303

Shanghai — Chengdu

SHA — CTU

03/04/2027

Departure

Direct flight

9C7685

starting at $74

Shanghai — Chengdu

SHA — CTU

02/20/2027

Departure

Direct flight

9C7685

starting at $74

Shanghai — Chengdu

SHA — CTU

02/21/2027

Departure

Direct flight

9C7685

starting at $74

Shanghai — Chengdu

SHA — CTU

02/22/2027

Departure

Direct flight

9C7685

starting at $74

Shanghai — Chengdu

SHA — CTU

02/23/2027

Departure

Direct flight

9C7685

starting at $74

Shanghai — Chengdu

SHA — CTU

02/24/2027

Departure

Direct flight

9C7685

starting at $74

Shanghai — Chengdu

SHA — CTU

12/05/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C8819

starting at $97

Shanghai — Chengdu

SHA — CTU

12/14/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C7685

starting at $97

Shanghai — Chengdu

SHA — CTU

11/24/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C7685

starting at $99

Shanghai — Chengdu

SHA — CTU

11/29/2026

Departure

Direct flight

9C7685

starting at $99

China Eastern Airlines

Every day

starting at $113

China Southern Airlines

Every day

starting at $123

Spring Airlines

Every day

starting at $97

Shanghai Airlines

Every day

starting at $116

Hainan Airlines

Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Fr

starting at $116

Sichuan Airlines

Every day

starting at $119

Air China

Every day

starting at $132

Price dynamics

Ticket prices for Shanghai — Chengdu follow a predictable curve: rise, peak, and decline. This typical seasonal pattern lets you plan your purchase to avoid overpaying.

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Best time to buy

For savings, plan your flight for January 2027–February 2027 — you could save up to 78%. Try to avoid June 2027–July 2027 when possible: prices are at their highest then.

Price predictability

Price spread on this route is 65.6%. Costs depend heavily on the season, so flexibility in choosing your departure month is especially valuable here.

What is the cheapest price for flights from Shanghai to Chengdu?

The cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Chengdu according to data for the last 48 hours costs $74

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Shanghai — Chengdu?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Shanghai to Chengdu is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Shanghai to Chengdu?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Shanghai to Chengdu can be found flying in these months: February, October, December.

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Chengdu?

The fastest flights from Shanghai to Chengdu start from 3 hours 5 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Shanghai to Chengdu?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Shanghai — Chengdu: Spring Airlines

Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Chengdu

Compare airlines, prices, and flight durations for your trip

Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Chengdu

Cheapest one way flight

$74

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

3h 25m

03/04/2027

Cheapest round trip flight

$206

China Eastern Airlines

Direct flight

6h 15m

11/03/2026

The fastest flight

3h 5m

Direct flights

Several times a week

Earliest flight

7:20 AM

Latest flight

10:10 PM

Average flight duration

3h 11m

Direct flights count

397

Distance

1660km

Timezone difference

0h

Airfare from Shanghai to Chengdu by month

February 2027

on average:

$67

June 2027

on average:

$380

Price dynamics

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Best time to buy

Price predictability

Airlines operating on route

Non-stop flights from Shanghai to Chengdu

Schedule of direct flights from Shanghai to Chengdu

Shanghai airports overview

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

Chengdu airports overview

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport

Chengdu Tianfu

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Shanghai to Chengdu

Alternative routes

Cheapest one way flight

$74

Spring Airlines

Direct flight

3h 25m

03/04/2027

Cheapest round trip flight

$206

China Eastern Airlines

Direct flight

6h 15m

11/03/2026

The fastest flight

3h 5m

Direct flights

Several times a week

Earliest flight

7:20 AM

Latest flight

10:10 PM

Average flight duration

3h 11m

Direct flights count

397

Distance

1660km