Statistics on Los Angeles -Chengdu flights:what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?
Best time to go:what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Chengdu (from:Los Angeles )
The average price to go to Chengdu from Los Angeles airport is $ 1230 (round trip). However,there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus,it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 944 (in march) and $ 1578 (in july),which is a saving of $ 286 or a surplus of $ 348 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $624 to $680 and it is generally more economical to leave on a wednesday and return on a monday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful,the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Chengdu before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price,go straight to the second part of this page:When to buy your Los Angeles -Chengdu plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 19205 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Chengdu from Los Angeles and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course,prices can vary from year to year,but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays,events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in march,the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 944,saving $ 286 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 1230). Conversely,july will be the most expensive ($ 1578).
Flight Los Angeles -Chengdu:when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 788 | $ 1153 | fair price |
| February | $ 670 | $ 985 | good price |
| March | $ 666 | $ 944 the cheapest | very good price |
| April | $ 743 | $ 1063 | good price |
| May | $ 850 | $ 1162 | fair price |
| June | $ 1134 | $ 1527 | high price |
| July | $ 1103 | $ 1578 the most expensive | very high price |
| August | $ 989 | $ 1384 | fair price |
| September | $ 823 | $ 1564 | high price |
| October | $ 785 | $ 1094 | good price |
| November | $ 658 | $ 966 | good price |
| December | $ 894 | $ 1333 | fair price |
*great price to buy your plane ticket:if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search,go for it and buy it!
Price breakdown to travel from Los Angeles to Chengdu
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Los Angeles to Chengdu range from $340 to $1927. 5% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $340 to $397),1% at the maximum price (from $1870 to $1927). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $624 to $680 (6% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Los Angeles ->Chengdu flight
There are 20 companies that serve Los Angeles from Chengdu airport:Cathay Pacific,Air China,Xiamen Airlines,Sichuan Airlines,China Eastern,Viva Macau,Japan Airlines,China Southern,Hainan Airlines,United,Hong Kong Airlines,Asiana Airlines,ANA,Alaska Airlines,Delta,Philippine Airlines,Korean Air,Hawaiian Airlines,Singapore Airlines and WestJet.
Data analysis:
Of the 19205 flights analyzed in previous years,Cathay Pacific was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (14% of the time) on the Los Angeles ->Chengdu route.
Direct flight or flight with layover?
Data analysis:
To get the best price for the Los Angeles -Chengdu flight,you should take a flight with one or more layovers (you will save an average of $ 216 compared to a direct flight).
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically,Los Angeles -Chengdu flights departing on a wednesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a wednesday as your departure date,you can save an average of $41. On the other hand,departing on a friday may cost you an additional $46.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically,return flights from Chengdu to Los Angeles departing on a monday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a monday for your return date,you will save an average of $85. Conversely,departing from Chengdu on a tuesday may cost you an additional $189.
Top prices Los Angeles -Chengdu
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles →Chengdu | 07-05 to 14-05-2025 | $ 1019 | layover flight with Viva Macau |
| Los Angeles →Chengdu | 08-05 to 17-05-2025 | $ 910 | layover flight with Xiamen Airlines |
| Los Angeles →Chengdu | 10-05 to 17-05-2025 | $ 949 | layover flight with China Southern |
| Los Angeles →Chengdu | 09-08 to 23-08-2025 | $ 1013 | layover flight with Asiana Airlines |
| Los Angeles →Chengdu | 01-11 to 30-11-2025 | $ 1053 | layover flight with China Eastern |
| Los Angeles →Chengdu | 02-11 to 30-11-2025 | $ 959 | layover flight with Xiamen Airlines |
| Los Angeles →Chengdu | 06-11 to 30-11-2025 | $ 793 | layover flight with Xiamen Airlines |
| Los Angeles →Chengdu | 11-11 to 25-11-2025 | $ 771 | layover flight with Xiamen Airlines |
| Los Angeles →Chengdu | 15-11 to 29-11-2025 | $ 1003 | layover flight with China Eastern |
| Los Angeles →Chengdu | 20-03 to 24-03-2026 | $ 956 | layover flight with Sichuan Airlines |
When to book your flight Los Angeles - Chengdu to get the cheapest price?
Statistically,you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 5 to 6 months in advance. However,you may end up paying a high price if you book between 0 to 1 month in advance.
Did you know:the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book,but also on the day of the week you book! So,to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a Los Angeles -Chengdu flight,it is recommended to book your ticket on a monday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Los Angeles to Chengdu,it is recommended to buy it 5 to 6 months before departure (it is then on average 916 $,which is a saving of 314 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand,if you buy your ticket 0 to 1 month in advance,you will pay the full price (195 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Los Angeles to Chengdu flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore,we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.
| Departure on... | How far in advance should I book? |
|---|---|
| January | Best time:5 to 6 months before departure (average price:711 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1144),3 to 4 months ($ 824),4 to 5 months ($ 817) |
| February | Best time:6 to 7 months before departure (average price:671 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 965),4 to 5 months ($ 713),5 to 6 months ($ 725) |
| March | Best time:6 to 7 months before departure (average price:615 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 841),4 to 5 months ($ 867),5 to 6 months ($ 721),7 to 8 months ($ 718) |
| April | Best time:6 to 7 months before departure (average price:602 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1015),3 to 4 months ($ 959),4 to 5 months ($ 952),5 to 6 months ($ 773) |
| May | Best time:7 to 8 months before departure (average price:751 $) Other interesting period(s): 4 to 5 months ($ 1146),5 to 6 months ($ 1093) |
| June | Best time:5 to 6 months before departure (average price:1393 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1435),3 to 4 months ($ 1413),4 to 5 months ($ 1471) |
| July | Best time:4 to 5 months before departure (average price:1236 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1382),3 to 4 months ($ 1411),5 to 6 months ($ 1430) |
| August | Best time:3 to 4 months before departure (average price:1040 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1177),4 to 5 months ($ 1292),5 to 6 months ($ 1215) |
| September | Best time:2 to 3 months before departure (average price:1035 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1170),4 to 5 months ($ 1038),5 to 6 months ($ 1044),6 to 7 months ($ 1079) |
| October | Best time:2 to 3 months before departure (average price:915 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1057),4 to 5 months ($ 1027),5 to 6 months ($ 1057),6 to 7 months ($ 923) |
| November | Best time:3 to 4 months before departure (average price:669 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 828),4 to 5 months ($ 831),5 to 6 months ($ 766),7 to 8 months ($ 856) |
| December | Best time:4 to 5 months before departure (average price:1033 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1171),3 to 4 months ($ 1094),5 to 6 months ($ 1069) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically,monday is the day when plane tickets for Los Angeles ->Chengdu are the cheapest. So,by buying your plane ticket on a monday,you will save $36. Conversely,by buying it on a friday,you may end up paying $41 more.
Los Angeles to Chengdu:flight price when booking today
Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.
| Month | Current price | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | $ 1053 $882 to $1676 | very good price | Find a flight |
| June 2025 | $ 1309 $1064 to $1683 | very good price | Find a flight |
| July 2025 | $ 1345 $1174 to $1693 | very good price | Find a flight |
| August 2025 | $ 1149 $1009 to $1645 | very good price | Find a flight |
| September 2025 | $ 1092 $1055 to $1128 | very good price | Find a flight |
| October 2025 | $ 1250 $1127 to $1496 | high price | Find a flight |
| November 2025 | $ 941 $771 to $1061 | very good price | Find a flight |
| December 2025 | $ 1106 $1106 to $1106 | very good price | Find a flight |
| January 2026 | $ 1562 $1562 to $1562 | very high price | Find a flight |
| March 2026 | $ 1228 $956 to $1415 | very high price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price,may,june,july,august,september,november and december are cheaper to travel to Chengdu. So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!