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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from ₹ 83,673. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chengdu to Los Angeles International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chengdu to Los Angeles International flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Chengdu to Los Angeles International

Chengdu to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found₹ 38,973
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time12 hrs, 47 mins
Most popular airlineSichuan Airlines
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Chengdu to Los Angeles International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles International is ₹ 76,287. 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.
12 hours and 47 minutes is the average flight time from Chengdu to Los Angeles International.
Sichuan Airlines flies direct from Chengdu to Los Angeles International.
As of May 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from Chengdu to Los Angeles International.
The cheapest month to fly from Chengdu to Los Angeles International is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport on Tuesday, 8 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 47 minutes.
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 Los Angeles International 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 Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): What you need to know

  • Set your travel plans in motion by considering where you'll catch your flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are Chengdu's main airports.

  • Around 13 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport flight.

  • Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles. The city runs on the UTC-7 timezone and is 15 hours behind Chengdu.

  • The most popular route is from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Take your pick of 3 direct services every week. Sichuan Airlines operates a 9:45pm departure between TFU and LAX.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Chengdu to LAX. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • In high season, expect extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.

Airports in Chengdu

Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

  • You can find a direct flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) leaving from Tianfu International Airport (TFU).

  • When leaving from TFU, you can catch a direct flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport with Sichuan Airlines.

  • The airline most travellers choose when flying between TFU and LAX is Sichuan Airlines.

  • Sichuan Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier on this route, with 90.0% of its services landing on schedule.

  • TFU is about 72 kilometres from central Chengdu. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to Tianfu International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:

  • Tianfu International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 86.59% of flights that take off from TFU arrive at their destination on time.

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)

  • Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport. Check out these connections between Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and LAX:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

    • Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)

  • Depending on road traffic, you can drive to CTU from the centre of Chengdu in around 30 minutes. The airport is approximately 21 kilometres away.

  • Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Chengdu to LAX flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport:

  • Most flights that depart Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport make it to their destination within the expected time frame. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 89.89%.

  • CTU is located at Airport Expressway Entrance.

About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Los Angeles. How long it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.

  • It typically takes 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • At the moment, ₹ 38,890 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 76,450. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To snag cheap flights from Chengdu to LAX, book your flight ticket one month before your planned departure.

  • June is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available on flight tickets from Chengdu to LAX.

  • Filters make it easier to land a deal on your flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.

The best time to fly from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • July is when most people book flights from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Visit Los Angeles in May if you prefer a quieter experience.

  • Book a Chengdu to LAX flight ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Los Angeles to range from 16ºC to 32ºC.

  • February has temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Los Angeles

  • Start your Los Angeles trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chengdu to Los Angeles International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory and Hollywood Bowl are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Los Angeles itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

  • San Diego is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.

  • If you're interested in discovering another major destination in the United States, consider Bakersfield, roughly 161 kilometres north of Los Angeles. Kern County Museum, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir are key reasons to visit.

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