Cheap flights from Guilin to Chengdu
Cheap flights from Guilin to Chengdu are a domestic trip, so the day can be simple with a nonstop flight or longer if you connect. Direct flights are available on this route. Guilin has one airport, while Chengdu has two, so the airport named on your ticket matters.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 GB AirwaysGT | direct | — | 3 Dec 2026 | from $88 | Search 3 Dec 2026 |
 Air ChinaCA | direct | ★★★★★ 3.8 | 16 Dec 2026 | from $117 | Search 16 Dec 2026 |
 Tianjin AirlinesGS | with a stop | — | 18 Nov 2026 | from $372 | Search 18 Nov 2026 |
 Shandong AirlinesSC | with a stop | — | 19 Nov 2026 | from $461 | Search 19 Nov 2026 |
 China Southern AirlinesCZ | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.9 | 25 Apr 2027 | from $486 | Search 25 Apr 2027 |
 Beijing Capital AirlinesJD | with a stop | — | 9 Nov 2026 | from $684 | Search 9 Nov 2026 |
 China Eastern AirlinesMU | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.6 | 19 Nov 2026 | from $866 | Search 19 Nov 2026 |
 Sichuan Airlines3U | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.3 | 17 May 2027 | from $890 | Search 17 May 2027 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 4 November 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: November — from $79.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | from $79 | 9 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $88 | 3 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $729 | 3 Jan 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $998 | 16 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $486 | 25 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $890 | 17 May 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Guilin | Guilin KWL | 26 km |
| Chengdu | Chengdu CTU | 15 km |
| Chengdu | Tianfu International Airport TFU | 53 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
December is the cheapest month shown for this route. October and November come before it, while January and March to May are also priced; the months in between are not shown here. Weekday patterns are not given, so compare dated fares rather than assume a fixed rule. School holidays and other holiday periods can still push prices up, and Chengdu's summer is hot enough to affect comfort even when fares are not at their lowest.
Airlines and what to expect
Air China is one of the carriers listed for this route, alongside China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Tianjin Airlines, Shandong Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines and GB Airways. Direct flights are available, but the data does not say which airline operates them or whether other listings are connections. Fare inclusions vary by ticket, so check baggage, seats, meals and changes on the exact fare you choose. If your itinerary connects, check whether both flights are on one ticket before you book.
Arriving — Chengdu
From either Chengdu airport, the usual ways into town are metro, airport bus, taxi or ride-hailing, and the first hour feels different depending on where you land. The airport named Chengdu is usually the closer one, while Tianfu International Airport is farther out, so allow more time from Tianfu. Check which airport your flight uses before you plan your transfer, and have your hotel address written in Chinese characters for the driver.
Before you go: China
- Currency
- CNY (¥)
- Power sockets
- Type A, C, I · 220 V
- Language
- Putonghua
- Emergency number
- 110, 119, 120
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +86
- Internet domain
- .cn, .中国
- Population of Chengdu
- 20.9 M (2020)
- Time zone
- UTC+08 (Asia/Shanghai)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- If your trip includes a connection, check whether both flights are on one ticket or separate tickets before you book.
- On separate tickets, a missed connection is your own problem, so allow a generous gap.
- Check the baggage allowance for the exact fare, since inclusions vary by ticket.
- Confirm which Chengdu airport your flight uses, since the city has two.
- Check passport and visa rules for China before you travel.
- Compare December with the other priced months before you book.
Frequently asked questions
Guilin – Chengdu: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for November 2026 — $79. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Guilin – Chengdu: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: GB Airways, Air China, Tianjin Airlines, Shandong Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Sichuan Airlines.
Guilin – Chengdu: are there direct flights?
Yes, direct flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Guilin to Chengdu?
The distance is about 855 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 1 h 30 min. Direct flights were found in recent searches.
Which airports serve Guilin – Chengdu?
Guilin: Guilin (KWL). Chengdu: Chengdu (CTU), Tianfu International Airport (TFU).
What is the time difference between Guilin and Chengdu?
Chengdu is in the same time zone as Guilin.