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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Frankfurt to Chengdu? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chengdu.Rs100,895 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Frankfurt Hahn on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs100,895, select.
Chengdu.Rs108,953 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Frankfurt Hahn on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs108,953, select.
Chengdu.Rs112,812 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Frankfurt Hahn on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs112,812, select.
Chengdu.Rs116,417 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Frankfurt Hahn on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs116,417, select.
Chengdu.Rs116,520 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Frankfurt Hahn on Thu, 26 Jun, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs116,520, select.
Chengdu.Rs129,484 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Jan.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, 6 Jan, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs129,484, select.
Chengdu.Rs129,805 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Nov.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs129,805, select.
Chengdu.Rs135,611 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Feb.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Frankfurt Hahn on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs135,611, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Chengdu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Frankfurt to Chengdu flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jun
from Rs116,520
Jul
from Rs116,417
Aug
from Rs112,812
Sep
from Rs100,895
Oct
from Rs108,953
Nov
from Rs129,805
Dec
from Rs138,715
Jan
from Rs129,484
Feb
from Rs135,611
Mar
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Apr
from Rs138,715
May
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Direct flights from Frankfurt to Chengdu

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Frankfurt to Chengdu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs100,895
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time9 hrs, 57 mins
Most popular airlineLufthansa
Average flights per week13

Finding cheap flights from Frankfurt to Chengdu: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Chengdu: Chengdu Shuangliu International and Chengdu Tianfu International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Frankfurt to Chengdu is Rs150,436. 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.
9 hours and 57 minutes is the average flight time from Frankfurt to Chengdu.
Lufthansa, Air China and TAP Air Portugal fly direct from Frankfurt to Chengdu.
As of June 2025, there are 13 flights per week flying from Frankfurt to Chengdu.
The cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Chengdu is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Frankfurt, the cheapest airport near Chengdu is Chengdu Shuangliu International – which is 14.3 km away from the centre of Chengdu. We've found flights into this airport from Rs150,436.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Frankfurt to Chengdu on Tuesday, 2 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 57 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 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.
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.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 26°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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Chengdu is China Southern. And the cheapest airline that flies to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport is Air China.

Flying from Frankfurt to Chengdu: what you need to know

  • Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll catch your flight from Frankfurt to Chengdu. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are Frankfurt's main airports.

  • When it comes to choosing where to land in Chengdu, Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are the primary gateways.

  • The average duration of a direct Frankfurt to Chengdu flight is 9 hours 55 minutes.

  • Chengdu's timezone is UTC+8, making Chengdu seven hours ahead of Frankfurt.

  • With three flights a week between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from Frankfurt to Chengdu with Air China at 13:45. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from FRA to TFU is with Air China at 14:15.

  • To ensure you get on your Frankfurt to Chengdu flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Chengdu

  • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Frankfurt to Chengdu flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.

  • Finding cheap plane tickets from Frankfurt to Chengdu is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and pick up a great deal.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from Frankfurt to Chengdu by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Lock in a cheap Frankfurt to Chengdu flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Frankfurt

Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • If you're looking for a direct flight from Frankfurt to Chengdu, you can leave from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Fly from FRA to Tianfu International Airport (TFU) in one seamless trip.

  • Keep an eye out for promotions with Air China. This carrier offers direct Frankfurt to Chengdu plane tickets from FRA.

  • We make it a cinch to book a Frankfurt to Chengdu flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Frankfurt Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

  • The journey from central Frankfurt to FRA takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Chengdu? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Frankfurt Airport:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Frankfurt Airport, 67.47% of flights complete their journey on time.

Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in around 2 hours 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 105 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your flight from Frankfurt to Chengdu:

  • When it comes to keeping flights on track, Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 53.13%.

Arriving in Chengdu

Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

  • Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is approximately 48 kilometres from central Chengdu. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt to Chengdu. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TFU instead:

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)

  • Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Chengdu. Once you've disembarked your flight from Frankfurt to Chengdu, it takes approximately 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to CTU. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Frankfurt to Chengdu:

  • The address for Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is Airport Expressway Entrance.

Best time to go to Chengdu

  • April is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt to Chengdu. To skip the crowds, visit Chengdu in January.

  • The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your Frankfurt to Chengdu ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Chengdu around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Chengdu

Explore more of China

  • You've done Chengdu, now it's time to explore other parts of China. Journey around 193 kilometres east to Nanchong to check off its leading attractions. From 小西街 to 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Tianshui is another favourite destination in China and is around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. No trip is complete without a visit to 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.

Plan the rest of your trip from Frankfurt to Chengdu

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