On this page, you can find and book flights from Chengdu to Sanya. Covering a distance of 1,472 km, this route is a popular domestic destination with up to 54 flights per week.
Flights are operated by China's leading carriers, including Hainan Airlines, Air China, and Sichuan Airlines. Ticket prices change regularly, so we recommend using the price trends chart and the low-price calendar to find the best deal.
The table shows direct flights Chengdu → Sanya on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 15 min. Regular flights are operated by Air China, China Southern, Hainan Airlines and Beijing Capital Airlines. Departures from Chengdu Tianfu and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport airports, arrivals at Sanya Phoenix International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Chengdu — Sanya by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 443 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 1,044 in J. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Chengdu → Sanya, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,071 | high | May | AED 838 | medium | Sep | AED 768 | low |
| Feb | AED 1,025 | high | Jun | AED 745 | low | Oct | AED 1,025 | high |
| Mar | AED 745 | low | Jul | AED 978 | high | Nov | AED 745 | low |
| Apr | AED 768 | low | Aug | AED 978 | high | Dec | AED 885 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Sanya is characterized by consistently high temperatures, peaking at 30.7°C in May and June. The wettest period is from July to September, while January remains the driest and coolest month, with an average high of about 23.7°C.
From a savings perspective, September is the most budget-friendly month to fly, with prices starting AED 443. The most expensive time to book is January — due to the high season, the minimum ticket cost increases to start AED 1,044.
The best time to buy tickets is June or July, when flights cost AED 470 while weather conditions are still pleasant. We recommend avoiding bookings for the winter months if your goal is to maximize your budget savings.
There are 6 airlines operating on the route from Chengdu to Sanya, with Sichuan Airlines, Air China, and Hainan Airlines being the key carriers. In total, there are about 54 direct flights per week, providing flexibility when choosing departure times. You can find detailed information about the schedules and flight options for each airline in the list below.
Flights Chengdu — Sanya depart from Chengdu Tianfu and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and arrive at Sanya Phoenix International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The average flight time for a direct flight is about 2 hours 15 minutes, covering a distance of 1,472 km.
Regular flights are operated by Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Hainan Airlines, China Southern, China Eastern, and Beijing Capital Airlines.
Yes, this is a popular route with about 54 direct flights per week, so passengers always have a choice between morning and evening departures.
Flights from Chengdu arrive at Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX). You can find out in advance how to get from the airport to your destination, as well as explore options for how to get to the airport in Chengdu.
The lowest prices are usually available for flights in September, and the best way to track current offers for specific dates is through the price trends chart on our website.
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