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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 to Chengdu? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chengdu.R 8,057 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,057, select.
Chengdu.R 8,863 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 May.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound indirect flight with Zipair, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 20 May, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,863, select.
Chengdu.R 9,660 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Aug.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,660, select.
Chengdu.R 9,753 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,753, select.
Chengdu.R 10,485 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Nov.One-way flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,485, select.
Chengdu.R 10,552 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Apr.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 30 Apr, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,552, select.
Chengdu.R 11,252 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,252, select.
Chengdu.R 11,511 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,511, 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 September.
Apr
from R 10,552
May
from R 8,863
Jun
from R 9,753
Jul
from R 11,710
Aug
from R 9,660
Sep
from R 8,057
Oct
from R 11,252
Nov
from R 10,485
Dec
from R 16,408
Jan
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Feb
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Mar
from R 11,511

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.

Vancouver to Chengdu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 8,057
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time14 hrs, 16 mins
Most popular airlineSichuan Airlines
Average flights per week2

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 R 16,469. 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.
14 hours and 16 minutes is the average flight time from Vancouver International to Chengdu.
Sichuan Airlines flies direct from Vancouver International to Chengdu.
As of April 2025, there are 2 flights per week flying from Vancouver International to Chengdu.
The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver International to Chengdu is usually April 2025.
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 R 16,469.
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, 5 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 14 hours and 16 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 April, the average temperature is usually around 18°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, Hong Kong Airlines and Sichuan Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chengdu.

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

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Chengdu is 11 hours 35 minutes.

  • Chengdu is 15 hours ahead of Vancouver, where Vancouver International Airport is located. Chengdu operates on the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Leave enough time to catch your flight from YVR to Chengdu. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a popular month like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • You can book a nonstop flight from Vancouver International Airport to Chengdu that touches down at Tianfu International Airport (TFU).

  • Book your seat with Sichuan Airlines. This leading carrier offers direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to Chengdu.

  • If you have a passport from Canada, you'll need a visa to visit China. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Vancouver International Airport to Chengdu for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines ahead of booking and definitely before you fly.

  • YVR is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 33 minutes.

  • Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near YVR. Whether you have an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Chengdu or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

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

  • R 8,057 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Vancouver International Airport to Chengdu. A return flight starts from R 16,469. These fares may change based on availability and demand.

  • Lock in cheap tickets from YVR to Chengdu by booking 5 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • Organise your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Vancouver International Airport to Chengdu. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from YVR to Chengdu. You don't need to search every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll tell you when the price changes.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Chengdu. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Airports in Chengdu

Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)

Best time to go to Chengdu

  • July is the busiest month to board a flight from Vancouver International Airport to Chengdu while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Chengdu, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.

  • The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Chengdu in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap flights from YVR to Chengdu around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Chengdu

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