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Flight deals from Vancouver International to Chengdu

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Vancouver International Airport to Chengdu? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs244,131. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chengdu.Rs125,783 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 May.One-way flight with Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 16 May, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs125,783, select.
Chengdu.Rs127,640 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs127,640, select.
Chengdu.Rs127,754 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs127,754, select.
Chengdu.Rs129,384 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs129,384, select.
Chengdu.Rs129,384 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Chengdu Shuangliu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs129,384, select.
Chengdu.Rs137,702 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs137,702, select.
Chengdu.Rs137,702 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs137,702, select.
Chengdu.Rs137,702 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs137,702, select.
Chengdu.Rs137,839 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs137,839, select.
Chengdu.Rs153,589 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Jun.One-way flight with Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 6 Jun, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs153,589, select.
Chengdu.Rs163,830 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Jul.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs163,830, select.
Chengdu.Rs177,644 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 May.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 12 May, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs177,644, select.
Chengdu.Rs185,669 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs185,669, select.
Chengdu.Rs186,093 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs186,093, select.
Chengdu.Rs241,180 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Jun.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs241,180, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver International to Chengdu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Vancouver International to Chengdu flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from Rs125,783
Jun
from Rs153,589
Jul
from Rs163,830
Aug
from Rs127,640
Sep
from Rs127,754
Oct
from Rs129,384
Nov
from Rs129,384
Dec
from Rs137,839
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Direct flights from Vancouver International to Chengdu

Alternative Vancouver International to Chengdu routes

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

Chengdu Shuangliu International

14km from central Chengdu
Closest
from Rs128,884
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Chengdu Tianfu International

55km from central Chengdu
Cheapest
from Rs125,783
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Vancouver to Chengdu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs125,783
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time13 hrs, 57 mins
Most popular airlineSichuan Airlines
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from Vancouver International 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 Vancouver International to Chengdu is Rs222,985. 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.
13 hours and 57 minutes is the average flight time from Vancouver International to Chengdu.
Sichuan Airlines and China Southern fly direct from Vancouver International to Chengdu.
As of May 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from Vancouver International to Chengdu.
The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver International to Chengdu is usually September.
If you're flying from Vancouver International Airport, 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 Rs222,985.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Vancouver International Airport to Chengdu on Tuesday, 22 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 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 May, the average temperature is usually around 23°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.
Currently, Sichuan Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chengdu.

Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Chengdu: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 12 hours 10 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Chengdu.

  • The timezone in Chengdu is UTC+8. The city is 15 hours ahead of Vancouver, where Vancouver International Airport is located.

  • The busiest route is from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU). You can choose from two weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from YVR to TFU is the 00:10 Sichuan Airlines option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 23:10 with Sichuan Airlines.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your YVR to Chengdu flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • Direct Vancouver International Airport to Chengdu tickets are available for booking. Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is where you'll disembark.

  • Keep your eyes peeled for promotions from Sichuan Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to Chengdu.

  • Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near YVR. Whether you have an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Chengdu or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are a convenient choice:

  • Of all flights departing from Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% arrive on time at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Chengdu

  • The best price we've found for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Chengdu flight is Rs125,783. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs222,985. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To snag cheap flights from YVR to Chengdu, book your journey nine months ahead of your planned departure.

  • The best month for landing cheap Vancouver International Airport to Chengdu tickets is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from YVR to Chengdu is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Vancouver International Airport to Chengdu.

Airports in Chengdu

Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)

  • Central Chengdu is located around 21 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). After your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Chengdu has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 30 minutes.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to CTU. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your YVR to Chengdu flight:

  • You can find Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport at Airport Expressway Entrance.

Best time to go to Chengdu

  • Before scheduling your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Chengdu, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Chengdu offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season brings cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.

  • Before booking a Vancouver International Airport to Chengdu flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Chengdu, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 13ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from YVR to Chengdu around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Chengdu

Explore more of China

  • You've done Chengdu, now it's time to discover other parts of China. Travel about 193 kilometres east to Nanchong to tick off its leading attractions. From 六合丝博园 to 印象嘉陵江文创小镇 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

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

Plan the rest of your trip from Vancouver to Chengdu

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