Cheap flights from Chengdu to Munich
Chengdu and Munich sit far apart across continents, so every journey requires connections rather than nonstop service. Two airports serve the Sichuan capital while Munich relies on one main gateway for international arrivals. This page helps you compare fares between those airport pairs and choose airlines that match your schedule.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Turkish AirlinesTK | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 28 Nov 2026 | from $460 | Search 28 Nov 2026 |
 Cathay PacificCX | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 22 Jan 2027 | from $522 | Search 22 Jan 2027 |
 Juneyao AirlinesHO | with a stop | — | 23 Nov 2026 | from $625 | Search 23 Nov 2026 |
 Etihad AirwaysEY | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 13 Apr 2027 | from $641 | Search 13 Apr 2027 |
 Air ChinaCA | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.8 | 22 Jan 2027 | from $654 | Search 22 Jan 2027 |
 Qatar AirwaysQR | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 22 Jan 2027 | from $688 | Search 22 Jan 2027 |
 China Eastern AirlinesMU | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.6 | 22 Jan 2027 | from $737 | Search 22 Jan 2027 |
 China Southern AirlinesCZ | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.9 | 28 Nov 2026 | from $802 | Search 28 Nov 2026 |
 Shenzhen AirlinesZH | with a stop | — | 22 Jan 2027 | from $854 | Search 22 Jan 2027 |
 Singapore AirlinesSQ | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 22 Jan 2027 | from $890 | Search 22 Jan 2027 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 31 October 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: October — from $425.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | from $425 | 31 Oct 2026 | |
| November 2026 | from $460 | 28 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $491 | 14 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $522 | 22 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $576 | 14 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $667 | 30 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $641 | 13 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $627 | 14 May 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $870 | 10 Jul 2027 | |
| August 2027 | from $755 | 25 Aug 2027 | |
| September 2027 | from $1,009 | 25 Sept 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Chengdu | Chengdu CTU | 15 km |
| Chengdu | Tianfu International Airport TFU | 53 km |
| Munich | Munich International MUC | 0 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
February stands out as the cheapest month to fly this route, with prices generally climbing through spring into summer before easing again toward autumn. School holiday periods tend to push rates higher regardless of season.
Midweek departures often carry lower fares than weekend travel, though availability varies by carrier. The price calendar shows how monthly patterns shift throughout the year.
Airlines and what to expect
Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways operate through their respective hubs on connecting routes between China and Bavaria. Etihad Airways and Thai Airways Intl also provide connections via Middle Eastern or Southeast Asian gateways.
Chinese carriers including Sichuan Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Cathay Pacific and Hong Kong Airlines round out the available options with varying stopover points.
Arriving — Munich
Late arrivals at Munich International Airport mean public transport schedules become more limited compared to daytime services. Many evening flights land after midnight when frequency drops considerably.
The airport sits roughly thirty minutes from central Munich by train or bus depending on traffic conditions and time of night. S-Bahn lines connect directly to the city centre throughout most hours.
Before you go: Germany
- Currency
- EUR (€)
- Power sockets
- Type C, F · 230 V
- Language
- German
- Emergency number
- 112, 110
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +49
- Internet domain
- .de
- EU / Schengen
- EU member, Schengen area
- Population of Munich
- 1.5 M (2025)
- Time zone
- UTC+01 (Europe/Berlin)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Check passport validity and visa requirements for entering Germany before booking any ticket.
- Confirm which Chengdu airport your departure flight uses since both serve different destinations.
- Review baggage allowances carefully especially when airlines book separately on connecting flights.
- Verify whether your airline offers direct transfers between connections or requires self-transfer through immigration.
- Consider seasonal weather impacts on connection reliability during winter months in Europe.
Frequently asked questions
Chengdu – Munich: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for October 2026 — $425. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Chengdu – Munich: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Turkish Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Juneyao Airlines, Etihad Airways, Air China, Qatar Airways, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Singapore Airlines.
Chengdu – Munich: are there direct flights?
Only connecting flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Chengdu to Munich?
The distance is about 7,673 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 9 h 48 min. Only connecting flights were found recently; a stop adds a few hours.
Which airports serve Chengdu – Munich?
Chengdu: Chengdu (CTU), Tianfu International Airport (TFU). Munich: Munich International (MUC).
What is the time difference between Chengdu and Munich?
Munich is 7 h behind Chengdu.