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Cheapest return flight
£368
Typical prices: £585-£832
Shenzhen Airlines
Wed 28/11Tue 18/12
LHR - TFU • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£558
Typical prices: £567-£847
Air China
Sat 24/11Sat 1/12
LHR - TFU • Direct
Direct flights
3 days a week
You can fly direct with Air China. Average duration is 10h 30m
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When to book
23 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 45% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 34% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Shenzhen (SZX)
Cheapest • Avg £436 (return)
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Shortest trip • 15h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from London to Chengdu (LHR-TFU)

 
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Recent return flight deals from London to Chengdu

Sat, 28 Nov - Fri, 18 Dec
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
21:10 - 22:40LHR  London Heathrow-TFU Chengdu Tianfu Intl
17h 30m1 stop Shenzhen
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07:50 - 19:10TFU  Chengdu Tianfu Intl-LHR London Heathrow
19h 20m1 stop Shenzhen
£368Shenzhen Airlines
Wed, 2 Dec - Tue, 29 Dec
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21:10 - 22:40LHR  London Heathrow-TFU Chengdu Tianfu Intl
17h 30m1 stop Shenzhen
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08:30 - 20:30TFU  Chengdu Tianfu Intl-LHR London Heathrow
20h 00m1 stop Shenzhen
£421Shenzhen Airlines
Sun, 29 Nov - Sat, 19 Dec
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21:10 - 22:40LHR  London Heathrow-TFU Chengdu Tianfu Intl
17h 30m1 stop Shenzhen
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11:30 - 19:10TFU  Chengdu Tianfu Intl-LHR London Heathrow
39h 40m1 stop Shenzhen
£440Shenzhen Airlines
Tue, 24 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
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22:30 - 10:25LHR  London Heathrow-TFU Chengdu Tianfu Intl
27h 55m1 stop Shenzhen
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08:30 - 20:30TFU  Chengdu Tianfu Intl-LHR London Heathrow
20h 00m1 stop Shenzhen
£440Shenzhen Airlines
Wed, 2 Dec - Tue, 29 Dec
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21:10 - 12:05LHR  London Heathrow-TFU Chengdu Tianfu Intl
30h 55m2 stops Shenzhen Shaoyang
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08:30 - 20:30TFU  Chengdu Tianfu Intl-LHR London Heathrow
20h 00m1 stop Shenzhen
£444Shenzhen Airlines
Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
21:10 - 22:40LHR  London Heathrow-TFU Chengdu Tianfu Intl
17h 30m1 stop Shenzhen
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
07:50 - 19:10TFU  Chengdu Tianfu Intl-LHR London Heathrow
19h 20m1 stop Shenzhen
£448Shenzhen Airlines
Wed, 18 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
14:15 - 13:55LHR  London Heathrow-TFU Chengdu Tianfu Intl
15h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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01:05 - 13:25TFU  Chengdu Tianfu Intl-LHR London Heathrow
20h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£448Qatar Airways
Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
21:10 - 12:05LHR  London Heathrow-TFU Chengdu Tianfu Intl
30h 55m2 stops Shenzhen Shaoyang
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
07:50 - 19:10TFU  Chengdu Tianfu Intl-LHR London Heathrow
19h 20m1 stop Shenzhen
£451Shenzhen Airlines
Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
Air China Logo
21:50 - 16:20LHR  London Heathrow-TFU Chengdu Tianfu Intl
10h 30mdirect
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08:30 - 17:50TFU  Chengdu Tianfu Intl-LHR London Heathrow
17h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital
£551Air China
Tue, 24 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
Air China Logo
21:50 - 16:20LHR  London Heathrow-TFU Chengdu Tianfu Intl
10h 30mdirect
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16:00 - 19:55TFU  Chengdu Tianfu Intl-LHR London Heathrow
11h 55mdirect
£558Air China
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Price, demand, and travel trends for London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu?

Return flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu typically range from £585 to £832. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £368 on Shenzhen Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu. It's 15% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu at £501 return.
•August (£862) and June (£818) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 72% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu the cheapest?

Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 45% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

£246
Beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 80% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu

When to book flights from London to Chengdu

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from London to Chengdu based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu:

    • Earliest: departs at 21:30 and lands at 08:00
    • Latest: departs at 21:50 and lands at 08:20.

    The flight takes about 10h 30m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu?

    A direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu takes 10h 30m, covering 5,190 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu flight?

    Return flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu range from £585 to £832, with an average of £753 over the past 12 months. Anything below £585 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the £753 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £436 return via Shenzhen (SZX), compared with £690 for direct.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu?

    The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Cathay Pacific and EVA Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A350-900 variants.

  • How are flight prices from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu looking right now?

    One-way fares from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £286, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu?

    Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu usually depart from London Heathrow (LHR) and arrive at Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu pass through?

    One-stop flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul (IST) – 51% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX) – 9% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at £640 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £843, a difference of £203.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu?

    Only Air China operates flights between London Heathrow Airport and Chengdu.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu?

    Flying via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 49m, compared to 15h 56m via Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX) and 17h 14m via Haikou Meilan Intl (HAK).

  • What is the time difference between London Heathrow Airport and Chengdu?

    Chengdu is 8 hours ahead of London Heathrow Airport (China Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chengdu?

    Tianfu Square is one of the most viewed places in Chengdu on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Air China: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average £640, about £203 less than Monday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 45% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu trip for January. Fares historically average £501 return in that month – typically £362 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Shenzhen Airport (SZX) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £436 return on this route – about £254 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from London to Chengdu?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from London Heathrow Airport to Chengdu Tianfu Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

London Heathrow to Chengdu Tianfu Intl

Tuesday

Air China

Air China

Thursday

Air China

Air China

Saturday

Air China

Air China

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Direct returns

Chengdu Tianfu Intl to London Heathrow

Tuesday

Air China

Air China

Thursday

Air China

Air China

Saturday

Air China

Air China

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