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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Chengdu? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $462. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Chengdu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ho Chi Minh City to Chengdu flights are currently cheapest in June.

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Ho Chi Minh City to Chengdu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$400
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time3 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineSichuan Airlines
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from Ho Chi Minh City 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 Ho Chi Minh City to Chengdu is $400. 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.
3 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Ho Chi Minh City to Chengdu.
Sichuan Airlines and China Southern fly direct from Ho Chi Minh City to Chengdu.
As of June 2026, there are 10 flights per week flying from Ho Chi Minh City to Chengdu.
The cheapest month to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Chengdu is usually June.
If you're flying from Ho Chi Minh City Airport, 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 $400.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Chengdu on Wednesday, 24 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 35 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.
Currently, China Eastern and Sichuan Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chengdu.

Travelling from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Chengdu: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Chengdu is 3 hours 45 minutes.

  • Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport is located in Ho Chi Minh City. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Chengdu is one hour ahead of Ho Chi Minh City.

  • With ten weekly flights between the two airports, Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is the busiest route. Board Sichuan Airlines's 07:50 flight to get your journey from SGN to TFU underway.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your SGN to Chengdu flight.

  • Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • You can book a direct Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Chengdu ticket. Begin your trip at SGN and end it at Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU).

  • Book your favourite seat with Sichuan Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Chengdu.

  • We make it easy to book plane tickets from SGN to Chengdu with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)

    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)

  • Travelling from central Ho Chi Minh City to SGN takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Have an early flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Chengdu? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near SGN:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport, data shows 61% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Chengdu

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Chengdu flight is $241. The cheapest price for a return flight is $400. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from SGN to Chengdu if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.

  • If you have flexibility with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for a Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Chengdu ticket.

  • There's no need to check in daily to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an even better deal on cheap flights from SGN to Chengdu.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Chengdu.

Airports in Chengdu

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

  • The distance from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Chengdu, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near TFU:

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)

  • Central Chengdu is around 16 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). After your flight from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Chengdu has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.

  • If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 45 minutes or so.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CTU. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your SGN to Chengdu flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is located at Airport Expressway Entrance.

Best time to go to Chengdu

  • December is the quietest month for flights from Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Chengdu, while February is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Chengdu based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in a Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Chengdu plane ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.

  • Search for cheap tickets from SGN to Chengdu in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. 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 places in China waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Chengdu. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area, Xishan Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area.

  • Tianshui is another essential stop in China and is around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. No journey is complete without experiencing Qimulin Mountain, Yuquan Temple and Tianshui Shenjin Mountain Provincial Forest Park.

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