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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from ₹ 71,387. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Chengdu.₹ 36,938 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 36,938, select.

Chengdu.₹ 40,845 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Chengdu Shuangliu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 40,845, select.

Chengdu.₹ 41,570 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Chengdu Shuangliu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 41,570, select.

Chengdu.₹ 43,268 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Chengdu Shuangliu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 43,268, select.

Chengdu.₹ 45,224 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan.One-way flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 45,224, select.

Chengdu.₹ 45,257 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Mar.One-way flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 15 Mar, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 45,257, select.

Chengdu.₹ 47,912 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jun.One-way flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 8 Jun, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 47,912, select.

Chengdu.₹ 48,385 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Chengdu Shuangliu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 48,385, select.

Chengdu.₹ 48,527 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Apr.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 17 Apr, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 48,527, select.

Chengdu.₹ 49,130 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 49,130, select.

Chengdu.₹ 49,826 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 49,826, select.

Chengdu.₹ 50,321 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 50,321, select.

Chengdu.₹ 50,759 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Feb.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 50,759, select.

Chengdu.₹ 58,187 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 58,187, select.

Chengdu.₹ 58,364 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 58,364, select.

Chengdu.₹ 60,057 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 May.One-way flight with Shenzhen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Shenzhen Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 1 May, arriving in Chengdu Shuangliu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 60,057, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Chengdu

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Alternative London Heathrow to Chengdu routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from London Heathrow to Chengdu? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Chengdu Shuangliu International

14km from central Chengdu

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from ₹ 40,521

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Chengdu Tianfu International

55km from central Chengdu

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London to Chengdu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	₹ 36,938
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	10 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airline	Air China
Average flights per week	6

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Chengdu: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Chengdu?

There are 2 airports in Chengdu: Chengdu Shuangliu International and Chengdu Tianfu International.

How much are return flights from London Heathrow to Chengdu?

The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Chengdu is ₹ 52,475. 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.

How long does it take to fly from London Heathrow to Chengdu?

10 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Chengdu.

Which airlines fly direct from London Heathrow to Chengdu?

Air China and TAP Air Portugal fly direct from London Heathrow to Chengdu.

How many flights are there a week from London Heathrow to Chengdu?

As of July 2026, there are 6 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Chengdu.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London Heathrow to Chengdu?

The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Chengdu is usually September.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Chengdu?

If you're flying from London Heathrow Airport, the cheapest airport near Chengdu is Chengdu Tianfu International – which is 54.6 km away from the centre of Chengdu. We've found flights into this airport from ₹ 52,475.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu on Friday, 25 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu?

Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 45 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu?

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 Chengdu 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Chengdu?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chengdu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Chengdu?

In July, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chengdu, when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 0°C. The rainiest month is August.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu with?

Currently, Xiamen Airlines and Air China offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chengdu.

Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Chengdu: what you need to know

The average time for a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu is 11 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Chengdu is UTC+8. The city is eight hours ahead of London, where London Heathrow Airport is located.
With three flights a week between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is the busiest route. Air China operates the earliest flight at 21:35. If you're eager to make the most of your day before leaving, the last departure from LHR to TFU is with Air China at 22:00.
For a relaxed start to your LHR to Chengdu flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
You can book a direct London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu ticket. Start your journey at LHR and touch down at Tianfu International Airport (TFU).
Look out for promotions from Air China. This airline has direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from LHR to Chengdu. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
- Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
- Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
- Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Travelling from central London to LHR takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near LHR. Whether you have an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.18% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Chengdu

The best price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu flight is ₹ 36,938. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 52,475. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before you want to travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from LHR to Chengdu.
The best month for scoring cheap London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Chengdu

Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

The distance from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu is roughly 72 kilometres. It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TFU instead:

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)

The centre of Chengdu is located around 21 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). Once your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 30 minutes.
After stepping off your LHR to Chengdu flight, settle in at a hotel near CTU. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The address for Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is Airport Expressway Entrance.

Best time to go to Chengdu

Plan your trip to Chengdu during peak season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in a London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu flight ticket with a departure in August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LHR to Chengdu in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 13ºC.

More about Chengdu

After booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chengdu:
Wuhou Shrine and Jinli Ancient Street are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Chengdu itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Sichuan Opera Troupe.

Explore more of China

You've seen Chengdu, now it's time to explore more of China. Journey around 193 kilometres east to Nanchong to check off its top attractions. From 六合丝博园 to 印象嘉陵江文创小镇 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu, Tianshui is another essential stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.