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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,006
Typical prices: C$ 1,114-C$ 1,859
XiamenAir
Fri 16/11Sun 2/12
YVR - TFU • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 1,302
Typical prices: C$ 1,120-C$ 1,866
Sichuan Airlines
Mon 26/11Mon 10/12
YVR - TFU • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Sichuan Airlines. Average duration is 13h 50m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 100% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 35% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg C$ 942 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 18h 19m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Chengdu (YVR-TFU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Vancouver to Chengdu

Mon, 16 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
XiamenAir Logo
1:40 a.m. - 7:20 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-TFU Chengdu Tianfu Intl
26h 40m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
XiamenAir Logo
11:50 a.m. - 6:40 p.m.TFU  Chengdu Tianfu Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
21h 50m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
C$ 1,006XiamenAir
Fri, 27 Nov - Sun, 13 Dec
Air China Logo
1:00 p.m. - 3:05 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-TFU Chengdu Tianfu Intl
35h 05m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
8:15 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.TFU  Chengdu Tianfu Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
16h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital
C$ 1,013Air China
Fri, 27 Nov - Fri, 11 Dec
Air China Logo
1:00 p.m. - 3:05 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-TFU Chengdu Tianfu Intl
35h 05m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.TFU  Chengdu Tianfu Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
16h 30m1 stop Beijing Capital
C$ 1,013Air China
Fri, 27 Nov - Sat, 12 Dec
Air China Logo
1:00 p.m. - 3:05 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-TFU Chengdu Tianfu Intl
35h 05m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
9:10 p.m. - 10:00 a.m.TFU  Chengdu Tianfu Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
27h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital
C$ 1,013Air China
Thu, 26 Nov - Thu, 10 Dec
Sichuan Airlines Logo
12:30 a.m. - 6:00 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-TFU Chengdu Tianfu Intl
14h 30mdirect
Sichuan Airlines Logo
1:00 a.m. - 9:40 p.m.TFU  Chengdu Tianfu Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
11h 40mdirect
C$ 1,302Sichuan Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Sichuan Airlines Logo
12:30 a.m. - 6:00 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-TFU Chengdu Tianfu Intl
14h 30mdirect
Sichuan Airlines Logo
1:00 a.m. - 9:40 p.m.TFU  Chengdu Tianfu Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
11h 40mdirect
C$ 1,322Sichuan Airlines
Thu, 1 Apr - Thu, 29 Apr
Sichuan Airlines Logo
12:30 a.m. - 5:30 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-TFU Chengdu Tianfu Intl
14h 00mdirect
Sichuan Airlines Logo
1:00 a.m. - 9:55 p.m.TFU  Chengdu Tianfu Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
11h 55mdirect
C$ 1,324Sichuan Airlines
Mon, 21 Dec - Fri, 1 Jan
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:05 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-TFU Chengdu Tianfu Intl
24h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
9:20 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.TFU  Chengdu Tianfu Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
17h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
C$ 4,124Cathay Pacific
Fri, 25 Dec - Sat, 2 Jan
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:05 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-TFU Chengdu Tianfu Intl
24h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
9:20 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.TFU  Chengdu Tianfu Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
17h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
C$ 4,179Cathay Pacific
Fri, 25 Dec - Fri, 1 Jan
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:35 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-TFU Chengdu Tianfu Intl
35h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
9:20 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.TFU  Chengdu Tianfu Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
17h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
C$ 4,179Cathay Pacific
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu?

Round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu typically range from C$ 1,114 to C$ 1,859. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 1,006, on XiamenAir.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu. It's 39% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 30% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu at C$ 927 round-trip.
•March (C$ 1,866) and June (C$ 1,708) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 101% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu the cheapest?

Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu are cheapest 3 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

C$ 564
Beat the crowds with an average 69% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 75% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu

When to book flights from Vancouver to Chengdu

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Vancouver 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 Vancouver Intl 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:30 am and lands at 2:20 pm
    • Latest: departs at 12:30 am and lands at 2:20 pm.

    The flight takes about 13h 50m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long does a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu take?

    A direct flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu takes 13h 50m, covering 16,082 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Vancouver Intl 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu flight?

    Round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu range from C$ 1,114 to C$ 1,859, with an average of C$ 1,428 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,114 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 5% below the route average of C$ 1,428. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but availability is limited.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 942 round-trip via Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN), compared to C$ 1,616 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu?

    Sichuan Airlines is the only airline operating Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu flights. 100% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air China and Air Canada. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A350-900 variants.

  • How are flight prices from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu looking right now?

    One-way fares from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 1,419, which is 90% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu?

    Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu usually depart from Vancouver Intl (YVR) and arrive at Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu route, 0% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 00m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu pass through?

    One-stop flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu most commonly connect through:

    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 53% of one-stop connections
    • Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 7% of one-stop connections
    • Shenzhen (SZX) – 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 54% on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 876 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at C$ 1,864, a difference of C$ 989.

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

  • Which airlines fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu?

    Only Sichuan Airlines operates flights between Vancouver Intl Airport and Chengdu.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu?

    Flying via Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 18h 05m, compared with 18h 19m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and 19h 32m via Shenzhen (SZX).

  • What is the time difference between Vancouver Intl Airport and Chengdu?

    Chengdu is 15 hours ahead of Vancouver Intl Airport (China Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Chengdu?

    Sichuan Museum of Science and Technology is one of the most viewed places in Chengdu on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu flights?

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

    • Sichuan Airlines: a carry-on 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 Vancouver Intl 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average C$ 876, about C$ 989 less than Thursday fares (53% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 3 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Vancouver Intl Airport to Chengdu trip for August. Fares historically average C$ 927 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 938 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Airport (XMN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 942 round-trip on this route – about C$ 674 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Vancouver to Chengdu?

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

Direct departures

Vancouver Intl to Chengdu Tianfu Intl

Tuesday

Sichuan Airlines

Sichuan Airlines

Friday

Sichuan Airlines

Sichuan Airlines

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Direct returns

Chengdu Tianfu Intl to Vancouver Intl

Tuesday

Sichuan Airlines

Sichuan Airlines

Friday

Sichuan Airlines

Sichuan Airlines

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