Which airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu?

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu may depart from several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD). Flights usually arrive at Chengdu (CTU).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu?

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu: • Economy Class • Premium Economy Class • Business Class

Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu pass through?

Most connecting flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu pass through Beijing Capital (PEK), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,566 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,886, a difference of $320. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Chengdu?

Some of the most popular sights in Chengdu are Furong Ancient City, Tianfu Square and Anren Ancient Town. These are among the most viewed places in Chengdu on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu?

A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu takes 00m, covering 7,630 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. 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.

Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,041 to $6,121. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu looking right now?

One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $2,011, which is 147% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. and Chengdu?

Chengdu is 12 hours ahead of Washington, D.C. (China Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a Washington, D.C. to Chengdu flight?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu range from $1,356 to $2,069, with an average of $1,618 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,356 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Chengdu flight route?

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) to Chengdu (CTU) is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Chengdu route, averaging $1,206 round-trip. Other Washington, D.C. to Chengdu routes average $1,618, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu. It’s 4% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu at $1,100 round-trip. •May ($2,237) and July ($2,111) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 103% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu?

Cathay Pacific ($1,114) and Air China ($1,163) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu?

Flights via Beijing Capital (PEK) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,763. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu which airport offers the shortest layover?

Beijing Capital (PEK) had the shortest average connection time for Washington, D.C. to Chengdu layovers at 12h 04m over the past 3 months.

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Tue, Mar 16 - Tue, Mar 23

5:38 pm - 10:10 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CTU Chengdu

40h 32m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Hong Kong Intl

8:15 am - 5:31 amCTU Chengdu-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

33h 16m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,041Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24

6:00 am - 1:25 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CTU Chengdu

42h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl

8:15 am - 5:30 amCTU Chengdu-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 15m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles

$1,067Multiple Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9

12:06 pm - 11:55 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CTU Chengdu

34h 49m3 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles Guangzhou Baiyun

5:30 pm - 2:49 pmCTU Chengdu-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 19m3 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,098Multiple Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9

12:06 pm - 11:55 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CTU Chengdu

34h 49m3 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles Guangzhou Baiyun

5:30 pm - 2:49 pmCTU Chengdu-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 19m3 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,108Multiple Airlines

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6:00 am - 1:25 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CTU Chengdu

42h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl

8:15 am - 5:38 amCTU Chengdu-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 23m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles

$1,114Cathay Pacific

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6:00 am - 10:10 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CTU Chengdu

51h 10m2 stops Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl

8:15 am - 4:15 pmCTU Chengdu-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

45h 00m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,152Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16

6:00 am - 1:25 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CTU Chengdu

42h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl

8:15 am - 5:38 amCTU Chengdu-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

34h 23m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles

$1,157Cathay Pacific

Thu, Mar 11 - Tue, Mar 30

6:15 am - 1:25 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CTU Chengdu

42h 10m2 stops Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl

1:55 pm - 11:35 pmCTU Chengdu-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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$1,157Cathay Pacific

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10:00 pm - 11:50 amIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CTU Chengdu

24h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital

9:55 am - 6:30 pmCTU Chengdu-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

21h 35m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,163Air China

Tue, Mar 16 - Mon, Mar 22

11:00 pm - 5:00 pmIAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CTU Chengdu

30h 00m1 stop Beijing Capital

8:30 pm - 7:30 pmCTU Chengdu-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

35h 00m1 stop Beijing Capital

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What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Chengdu flight route? KAYAK tracks online flight deals over the last 12 months and analyzes pricing trends to identify the best available fares.: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) to Chengdu (CTU) is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Chengdu route, averaging $1,206 round-trip. Other Washington, D.C. to Chengdu routes average $1,618, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu. It’s 4% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •September is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu at $1,100 round-trip.
•May ($2,237) and July ($2,111) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 103% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu?
Three cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu?
A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu takes 00m, covering 7,630 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Chengdu flight?
Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu range from $1,356 to $2,069, with an average of $1,618 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,356 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,041 to $6,121. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu looking right now?
One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $2,011, which is 147% above the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu?
Flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu may depart from several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD). Flights usually arrive at Chengdu (CTU).
Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu pass through?
Most connecting flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu pass through Beijing Capital (PEK), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,566 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,886, a difference of $320.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. and Chengdu?
Chengdu is 12 hours ahead of Washington, D.C. (China Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Chengdu?
Some of the most popular sights in Chengdu are Furong Ancient City, Tianfu Square and Anren Ancient Town. These are among the most viewed places in Chengdu on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,566, about $320 less than Saturday fares (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. to Chengdu trip for September. Fares historically average $1,100 round-trip in that month - typically $1,137 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chengdu Airport.

• Ruijia Large Hotel Chengdu Airport
• Holiday Inn Express Chengdu Airport Zone By IHG

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