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Find the cheapest month to fly from Chengdu to London Heathrow

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

Direct flights from Chengdu to London Heathrow

Chengdu to London Heathrow: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chengdu to London below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than London Heathrow.

Chengdu to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs58,811
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time11 hrs, 33 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week3

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Chengdu to London Heathrow is Rs170,937. 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.
11 hours and 33 minutes is the average flight time from Chengdu to London Heathrow.
Air China flies direct from Chengdu to London Heathrow.
As of July 2025, there are 3 flights per week flying from Chengdu to London Heathrow.
The cheapest month to fly from Chengdu to London Heathrow is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chengdu to London Heathrow Airport on Tuesday, 11 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 33 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 London Heathrow 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 London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Chengdu to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): What you need to know

  • There are a couple of airports to choose from in Chengdu. Explore your options leaving from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) or Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) when reserving your flight from Chengdu to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).

  • Expect to be in the air for 11 hours 30 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Chengdu to London Heathrow Airport flight.

  • London is eight hours behind Chengdu. London Heathrow Airport is located in London, which is in the UTC+0 timezone.

  • Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route, with 3 direct services every week. Get from TFU to LHR on Air China's 3:55pm departure.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chengdu to LHR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • In peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and arrive 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)

  • Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Chengdu to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) depart from this terminal.

  • When departing from TFU, you can catch a direct flight from Chengdu to London Heathrow Airport with Air China.

  • The airline most travellers choose when flying between TFU and LHR is Air China.

  • Among carriers operating on this route, Air China has the best track record for timely arrivals.

  • To get to TFU from central Chengdu, it takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to drive the 72 kilometres or so.

  • Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Tianfu International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chengdu to London Heathrow Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

  • Tianfu International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 86.59% of flights that depart TFU land on time.

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)

  • Break up your flight from Chengdu to London Heathrow Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and LHR are:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH)

  • CTU is roughly 21 kilometres from central Chengdu. It takes 30 minutes or so to reach the terminal driving from the city centre.

  • Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport the day before your Chengdu to LHR flight:

  • Most flights that leave Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport get to their destination right on cue. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 89.89%.

  • The street address for CTU is Airport Expressway Entrance.

About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London

  • London Heathrow Airport is around 26 kilometres from central London. How long it takes to get there in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.

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

  • Rs58,811 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Chengdu to London Heathrow Airport. A return flight starts from Rs170,937. These prices can change based on availability.

  • Book one month before you want to travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Chengdu to LHR.

  • June is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a Chengdu to London Heathrow Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Locking in a cheap flight ticket from Chengdu to LHR is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a better deal is available.

  • Save money on your flight from Chengdu to London Heathrow Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Chengdu to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Chengdu to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit London based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • Book a Chengdu to LHR flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chengdu to London Heathrow Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC and 9ºC.

More about London

  • Start your London trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Chengdu to London Heathrow Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben are popular attractions which should be on every London itinerary.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

  • London has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom waiting to be explored. About 153 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.

  • Around 145 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.

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