Which airports can I use when flying from Abu Dhabi to Chengdu?

Flights from Abu Dhabi to Chengdu usually depart from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and arrive at Chengdu (CTU).

Which airports do connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to Chengdu pass through?

Most connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to Chengdu pass through Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Abu Dhabi to Chengdu?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 36% on the Abu Dhabi to Chengdu route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at AED 2,387 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at AED 3,720, a difference of AED 1,333. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from Abu Dhabi 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.

Have flight prices from Abu Dhabi to Chengdu changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about AED 2,901 to AED 6,500. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Abu Dhabi and Chengdu?

Chengdu is 4 hours ahead of Abu Dhabi (China Time vs Gulf Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Abu Dhabi to Chengdu?

China Eastern (AED 2,901) and Etihad Airways (AED 4,190) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Abu Dhabi to Chengdu according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Abu Dhabi to Chengdu?

Flights via Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of AED 3,275. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Abu Dhabi to Chengdu, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX) had the shortest average connection time for Abu Dhabi to Chengdu stopovers at 556 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Fri, 25 Sep - Fri, 2 Oct

21:05 - 11:00AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-CTU Chengdu

33h 55m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl

07:55 - 00:25CTU Chengdu-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

20h 30m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl

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Fri, 25 Sep - Fri, 2 Oct

21:05 - 14:35AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-CTU Chengdu

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19h 25m2 stops Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Beijing Capital

AED 3,430China Eastern

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19:20 - 18:25AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-CTU Chengdu

19h 05m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Guangzhou Baiyun

08:05 - 04:25CTU Chengdu-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

24h 20m3 stops Bazhong Enyang Shanghai Pu Dong Doha Hamad Intl

AED 3,716Multiple Airlines

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22:45 - 20:00AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-CTU Chengdu

17h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Beijing Daxing Intl

13:55 - 04:25CTU Chengdu-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

18h 30m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Doha Hamad Intl

AED 4,065Multiple Airlines

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21:15 - 00:55AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-CTU Chengdu

23h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

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35h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

AED 4,190Etihad Airways

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21:15 - 00:55AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-CTU Chengdu

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17:30 - 00:30CTU Chengdu-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

35h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

AED 4,194Etihad Airways

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21:10 - 21:10AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-CTU Chengdu

20h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

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How much is a return flight from Abu Dhabi to Chengdu?

Return flights from Abu Dhabi to Chengdu start at AED 2,901. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from AED 3,060 to AED 3,718. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was AED 2,901 on China Eastern.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Abu Dhabi to Chengdu?
Flights from Abu Dhabi to Chengdu usually depart from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and arrive at Chengdu (CTU).
Which airports do connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to Chengdu pass through?
Most connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to Chengdu pass through Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Abu Dhabi to Chengdu?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 36% on the Abu Dhabi to Chengdu route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at AED 2,387 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at AED 3,720, a difference of AED 1,333. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
Do I need a passport to fly from Abu Dhabi 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.
Have flight prices from Abu Dhabi to Chengdu changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about AED 2,901 to AED 6,500. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
What is the time difference between Abu Dhabi and Chengdu?
Chengdu is 4 hours ahead of Abu Dhabi (China Time vs Gulf Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Friday flights average AED 2,387 – about AED 1,333 less than Monday (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
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