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Quick Flight Summary from Istanbul to Chengdu

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    $405
  • Direct flight duration 13 hour 50 min
  • Arrival airports CTU / TFU
  • Best days to book Wednesday, Monday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $575

Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Chengdu

Best Price

China Southern Airlines

China Southern Airlines
18 Nov, Wed
Istanbul – Chengdu
22h 35m
1 stop
IST–CTU
Cheapest Direct Flight

Sichuan Airlines

Sichuan Airlines
16 Nov, Mon
Istanbul – Chengdu
8h 40m
Non-stop
IST–TFU

China Southern Airlines

China Southern Airlines
10 Nov, Tue
Istanbul – Chengdu
13h 55m
1 stop
IST–TFU

China Southern Airlines

China Southern Airlines
23 Nov, Mon
Istanbul – Chengdu
22h
1 stop
IST–TFU
Shortest Flight

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines
15 Nov, Sun
Istanbul – Chengdu
8h 35m
Non-stop
IST–TFU

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines
22 Nov, Sun
Istanbul – Chengdu
8h 35m
Non-stop
IST–TFU

Airasia X

Airasia X
22 Nov, Sun
Istanbul – Chengdu
1d 20m
1 stop
SAW–TFU

China Southern Airlines

China Southern Airlines
18 Oct, Sun
Istanbul – Chengdu
1d 9h 20m
1 stop
IST–TFU

Airasia X

Airasia X
23 Nov, Mon
Istanbul – Chengdu
1d 20m
1 stop
SAW–TFU

Last update: 08 October 2026 22:53

Estimated Prices for Istanbul to Chengdu Flights

Cheapest Day21 October Wednesday
Best Price
$364
Average Price
$684
$1,379
$364
$1,236
08Thu
Oct
$1,021
09Fri
$1,379
10Sat
$661
11Sun
$664
12Mon
$846
13Tue
$441
14Wed
$709
15Thu
$715
16Fri
$865
17Sat
$701
18Sun
$530
19Mon
$459
20Tue
$364
21Wed
22Thu
$418
23Fri
24Sat
25Sun
26Mon
27Tue
$437
28Wed
29Thu
$460
30Fri
31Sat
$407
01Sun
Nov
02Mon
03Tue
04Wed
05Thu
06Fri

Key Features of the Airlines

Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.

Transportation to Airport from Istanbul City Center

Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Airport is accessible by car using the TEM highway. Take the Sabiha Gökçen Airport exit off the TEM highway and follow the signs to the airport. The airport is also accessible by city buses and Havataş shuttles. There is an outdoor parking lot and a multi-story parking lot at the airport. There are some private parking facilities located around the airport that travelers can also use.   

Taxi

The fastest and most convenient way to get to Sabiha Gökçen Airport is by taxi. However, when taking a taxi the most important factor to consider is the traffic, especially during rush hour. If you plan to take a taxi to the airport we recommend checking the traffic before you leave and planning accordingly.

Havabus

Havabus shuttle buses provide transportation between Sabiha Gökçen Airport and central locations in the city like Taksim on the European side and Kadıköy and Yenisahra on the Anatolian side. The shuttle buses provide quick and comfortable transportation to and from the airport every 30 minutes.

Marmaray

The Marmaray is a particularly convenient means of transportation for those coming from the European side of the city. Those on the European side can get on at Yenikapı, take the Marmaray to the Ayrılık Çeşmesi stop, from there get on the Kadıköy-Kartal metro to Kartal and then either take a taxi or public bus to Sabiha Gökçen Airport.

Bus

The Sabiha Gökçen Airport is also accessible by public bus.

Lines that operate between central locations in the city and the airport are as follows: E3 - 4.Levent - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 122H - 4.Levent - Yenişehir - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E9 - Bostancı - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E10 - Kadıköy - Kurtköy - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E11 - Kadıköy - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E18 - Altunizade - Ümraniye - Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 16S - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport - Metrobus Uzuncayır, KM20 - Pendik YHT - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, KM22 - Cevizli - Kartal Metro - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 132H Pendik YHT - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, and 122H - 4.Levent - Yenişehir - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport.

Metro

Starting in Kadikoy on the Anatolian side of the city, the metro passes through many stations like Kozyatağı, Bostancı, Küçükyalı, and Maltepe. Get off at the Kartal stop. From here you can take a bus or taxi to the airport.

Rental Cars

The airport is accessible by car, so another option is to rent a vehicle for transportation. There are many car rental agencies located in the city from which you can rent a car and drive to the airport. You can return your rental car at the airport by notifying them in advance.

Airport Information

Simit Sarayı, Center Point, Mc Donald’s, Mc D Cafe, İstanbul Cafe, Drive Inn Cafe, Burger King, Popeyes, Sbarro, Usta Dönerci, Kahve Dünyası and Starbucks are located in the departures hall. Kahve Dünyası, Secco Kafe, Usta Dönerci, Burger King, Sbarro, Mc Donald’s, Trattoria Milano, Heroes Sports Bar, Grab&Fly and Gate Café are located after passport control for international departures. Kahve Dünyası, Burger King, Mc Donald’s, Center Point, Turkish Kitchen, Kıvanç Gökçe Büfe, Grab&Fly, Simit&Çay and Coca Cola Gate Café are located after the security checkpoint in the domestic terminal. Kahve Dünyası, Karafırın, Simit Sarayı and Burger King are located in the arrivals hall. Fly Café is located in the outdoor parking lot. The following passenger lounges offer comfortable and convenient services at Sabiha Gökçen Airport: LGM CIP Lounge, Wings Lounge, Lounge İstanbul International Flights and Turkish Airlines Lounge. The Setur duty free retail stores offer a rich selection of products. 


Istanbul Airport

Istanbul Atatürk Airport is accessible by taxi, airport shuttles, metro, and buses. You can also choose to drive your personal car and park in the parking lot for a certain fee. The airport is equipped with an outdoor lot and an indoor multi-story lot.  

Taxi

The fastest and most convenient way to get to Atatürk Airport is by taxi. However, when taking a taxi the most important factor to consider is the traffic. Hitting the road during rush hour runs the risk of missing your flight. If you plan to take a taxi to the airport we recommend checking the traffic before you leave and planning accordingly.

Havabus

The Havabus shuttle buses provide transportation between Atatürk Airport and central locations in the city. The Havataş shuttles provide service to and from Taksim and the Yenikapi IDO Pier every 30 minutes.

Bus

Atatürk Airport is also accessible from the city center by bus. You can get to Atatürk Airport using the TH-1 bus from Taksim and YH-1 bus from Yenikapi.

Metro

One of the fastest ways to get to the airport is by metro. The metro passes through many locations, such as Yenikapı, Aksaray, Fatih, Topkapı, and Esenler Otogar and goes directly into the airport.

Rental Cars

You can rent a car from rental agencies such as AVIS, Budget, or Europcar both at the airport and at various locations in the city. You can also return your rental vehicle to the airport branch of the aforementioned companies. If you are traveling between multiple places make sure to specify your vehicle pick up and drop off location.

Airport Information

Caffe Nero, Starbucks Coffee and Simit Sarayı are located in the international arrivals hall. Popeyes, Sbarro, Caffe Nero, Simit Sarayı, Cakes & Bakes, Turcuisine, Sweet Deligts, Quick Asia, Efes Beerport, The Greenport, Starbucks Coffee, Cafe-Inn, Eat & Go, Coca-Cola Cafe, Kitchenette, Flight Point and Zero Café are located in the international departures hall. Simit Sarayi is located in the domestic arrivals hall. Kantin, The Greenport, Kokpit, Tadında Anadolu, Cakes & Bakes, Starbucks Coffee, Cafe-Inn, Burger King and Sbarro are located in the domestic departures hall.

The Primeclass Lounge, Akbank Wings Lounge, Comfort Lounge, Emirates Lounge, Sky Team Lounge and TTNET Platin Lounge are located in the international terminal. The THY CIP Lounge, Akbank Wings Lounge and Primeclass Lounge are located in the domestic terminal. The ATÜ retail stores provide duty free shopping services.

Transportation to Chengdu City Center from Airport

Chengdu Shuangliu Intl. Airport

Chengdu is one of the most important cities of the most crowded country of the world, namely China. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is located 20 kilometres to the city centre. The passengers of this airport can use shuttles, high-speed trains, taxis and rental cars to get where they want.  

Taxi

Green and blue taxis are waiting for you right in front of the buildings of Terminal 1 and 2. You can take a taxi as the fastest vehicle in Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport so as not to waste time and get stuck in heavy traffic.

Shuttles

Private white and yellow shuttles start running at 6.30 in the morning till the hour of the final flight of the day to get you to the city centre. You need to go to the stops at the exit of the Terminal 1 or 2 to take these shuttles.

High-speed Train

High-speed trains can go to the city centre from the airport in 15 minutes at the very latest. You can get on these trains at the floors -1F and -2F of the Terminal 2 building. These high-speed trains run to South Railway Station once every two hours from 8.26 to 21.10 daily. Those who would like to arrive East Railway Station should take the only train at 10.34 a.m. The passengers must buy ticket at the counters located at the entrance of the station to get on these high-speed trains.

Renting a Car

Avis and Hertz provide rental cars for the passengers in Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.  

Chengdu Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Thursday
8 Oct
Clear
25°19°
Today
Friday
9 Oct
Cloudy
24°19°
Saturday
10 Oct
Clear
24°19°
Sunday
11 Oct
Cloudy
25°19°
Monday
12 Oct
Cloudy
27°19°

Flights with Alternative Departure Locations Istanbul Chengdu

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Istanbul-Chengdu flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Istanbul-Chengdu flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Istanbul-Chengdu flights, you can use Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport, Istanbul Airport as departure airport, and Chengdu Shuangliu Intl. Airport, Chengdu Tianfu Intl. Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Istanbul-Chengdu is 6654 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 8 hour 20 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Istanbul-Chengdu flights is Sunday.
China Southern Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Airasia X, Qatar Airways, China Eastern Airlines, Thai Airways Intl organizes direct flights between Istanbul-Chengdu.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with China Southern Airlines starts from approximately $291.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Thai Airways Intl
$441
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
China Southern Airlines
$291
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Airasia X
$364
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Qatar Airways
$530
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 25 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
Air China
$418
Paid Change / 1 piece checked baggage
Turkish Airlines
$326
1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage
Sichuan Airlines
$343
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Last update: 29.09.2026

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