On this page, you can find and book flight tickets for the route from Shantou to Chengdu. This 1,485 km journey is served regularly, with a frequency of approximately 41 flights per week.
The main carriers on this route are Air China, China Eastern, and Sichuan Airlines. Ticket prices are dynamic, so use the low-fare calendar to choose the best offer. Information is also available on how to get to the airport of departure and how to travel from Chengdu Airport upon arrival.
The table shows direct flights Shantou → Chengdu on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 35 min. Regular flights are operated by Air China, China Southern, Sichuan Airlines and China Eastern. Departures from Jieyang Chaoshan Airport airports, arrivals at Chengdu Tianfu and Chengdu Shuangliu 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 Shantou — Chengdu by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 538 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 997 in n. 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.
Shantou → Chengdu, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 683 | high | May | AED 565 | medium | Sep | AED 565 | medium |
| Feb | AED 659 | high | Jun | AED 541 | medium | Oct | AED 683 | high |
| Mar | AED 494 | low | Jul | AED 706 | high | Nov | AED 494 | low |
| Apr | AED 508 | low | Aug | AED 730 | high | Dec | AED 518 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Chengdu is characterized by warm summers and mild winters. The hottest month is August, with average temperatures reaching 31.2°C, while July is the rainiest. The coolest days occur in January, when the temperature drops to an average of 3.3°C.
Price analysis shows that the most affordable tickets can be found in July, starting AED 631. The peak pricing period is March, when the cost of a flight from Shantou can reach AED 997.
The optimal time for a trip in terms of balancing price and weather is April, when average temperatures are a comfortable 23.4°C and tickets cost approximately AED 685. We recommend avoiding travel in July if you are sensitive to high humidity and frequent precipitation.
Four airlines operate on the Shantou — Chengdu route, with the leading carriers being Air China, China Eastern, and Sichuan Airlines. Together, they provide approximately 41 flights per week, offering passengers both morning and evening departures. You can view the detailed schedule and choose a suitable flight in the interactive list below.
Flights Shantou — Chengdu depart from Jieyang Chaoshan Airport and arrive at Chengdu Tianfu and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 1,485 km. A direct flight usually takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes, depending on the aircraft type and weather conditions.
Regular flights between Shantou and Chengdu are operated by Air China, China Eastern, China Southern, and Sichuan Airlines.
Yes, there are about 41 flights per week on this route, most of which are direct, allowing you to reach your destination without any transfers.
Flights from Shantou arrive at Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). Please check your arrival terminal in the flight details when booking.
Airfare prices change constantly. You can always check the current minimums for specific dates in the low-fare calendar and the price dynamics chart on this page.
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