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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Chengdu? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chengdu.Rs72,480 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs72,480, select.
Chengdu.Rs82,413 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs82,413, select.
Chengdu.Rs87,877 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs87,877, select.
Chengdu.Rs90,316 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Nov.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs90,316, select.
Chengdu.Rs97,566 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs97,566, select.
Chengdu.Rs99,462 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs99,462, select.
Chengdu.Rs107,625 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Jan.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 16 Jan, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs107,625, select.
Chengdu.Rs113,615 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Mar.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs113,615, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Chengdu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Chengdu flights are currently cheapest in September.
Aug
from Rs87,877
Sep
from Rs72,480
Oct
from Rs82,413
Nov
from Rs90,316
Dec
from Rs97,566
Jan
from Rs107,625
Feb
from Rs99,462
Mar
from Rs113,615
Apr
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May
from Rs116,435
Jun
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Jul
from Rs144,905

Direct flights from Istanbul to Chengdu

Alternative Istanbul to Chengdu routes

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

Istanbul to Chengdu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs72,480
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time8 hrs, 44 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul 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 Istanbul to Chengdu is Rs150,191. 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.
8 hours and 44 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Chengdu.
Turkish Airlines, Sichuan Airlines and China Southern fly direct from Istanbul to Chengdu.
As of August 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Chengdu.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Chengdu is usually September.
If you're flying from Istanbul, the cheapest airport near Chengdu is Chengdu Tianfu International – which is 54.7 km away from the centre of Chengdu. We've found flights into this airport from Rs150,191.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Chengdu on Monday, 8 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 44 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 August, 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 Pegasus Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport is Sichuan Airlines.

Travelling from Istanbul to Chengdu: what you need to know

  • There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Istanbul. Explore your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when booking your flight from Istanbul to Chengdu.

  • Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are Chengdu's major entry points.

  • The average duration of a direct Istanbul to Chengdu flight is 8 hours 40 minutes.

  • The timezone in Chengdu is UTC+8, which is five hours ahead of Istanbul.

  • The busiest route for flights from Istanbul to Chengdu is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU). There are four services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from IST to TFU is the 15:35 Sichuan Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last scheduled departure is at 15:35 with Sichuan Airlines.

  • For a stress-free start to your trip, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Istanbul to Chengdu flight.

  • Flying during a peak month such as April? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Chengdu

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Istanbul to Chengdu flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Istanbul to Chengdu across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.

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  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' Istanbul to Chengdu flights.

Flying from Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • If you're searching for a direct flight from Istanbul to Chengdu, you can leave from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Travel from IST to Tianfu International Airport (TFU) in one seamless trip.

  • Keep an eye out for promotions with Sichuan Airlines. This carrier offers direct Istanbul to Chengdu plane tickets out of IST.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Istanbul to Chengdu flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Daxing International Airport (PKX)

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

  • Travelling from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Have an early flight from Istanbul to Chengdu? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Split up your Istanbul to Chengdu flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Chengdu are:

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • You can reach SAW from the centre of Istanbul in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 31 kilometres or so.

  • It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to Chengdu:

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance of 76.93%. This figure shows how frequently flights that depart from this airport land on schedule.

Arriving in Chengdu

Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)

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

  • You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to CTU. Unwind after your Istanbul to Chengdu flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • You'll find Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport at Airport Expressway Entrance.

Best time to go to Chengdu

  • January is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Chengdu, while April is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Chengdu based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in an Istanbul to Chengdu ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chengdu to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from Istanbul to Chengdu in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 13ºC on average.

More about Chengdu

Explore more of China

  • Nanchong is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Chengdu. Around 193 kilometres to the east, its top attractions include 小西街, 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park.

  • If you're looking to explore another major stop in China, consider Tianshui, about 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城 are key reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Istanbul to Chengdu

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