How long does the flight from Shanghai to Chengdu (Jianyang) take?

Flight time from Shanghai (SHA) to Chengdu (Jianyang) (TFU) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. Check the exact duration in the search results above, where we show block time per itinerary along with stop count.

Which airlines fly from Shanghai to Chengdu (Jianyang)?

Airline availability for SHA to TFU changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. Our search above pulls live schedules and returns the airlines currently selling this route, both direct and connecting. Codeshare and interline itineraries are included, so you may see results operated by one carrier but sold by another.

Are there direct flights from Shanghai to Chengdu (Jianyang)?

Direct (nonstop) availability on SHA to TFU varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons. Use our search above with flexible dates to see which days actually have nonstop options.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Chengdu (Jianyang)?

Prices on SHA to TFU shift with seasonality, school holidays, and major events at both ends. Our 12-month price calendar below the search results shows the lowest fare found per departure date, which makes it easy to spot the cheapest weeks at a glance. Flexibility of a few days around your target date often unlocks significantly lower fares.

Shanghai to Chengdu (Jianyang) flights

Direct and connecting flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Chengdu (Jianyang) (TFU). Compare airlines, aircraft, and fares.

Distance: 1,616 km (1,004 mi)
Flight time: ~2h 14m
Airlines: 3
Aircraft types: 6

Airlines flying SHA → TFU

Airline	Aircraft types	Observations
Spring Airlines	3	3
Shanghai Airlines	2	2
Juneyao Airlines	1	1

Aircraft on this route

Airbus A321 — 1 operator
Airbus A321 — 1 operator
Airbus A320 — 1 operator
Boeing 737 — 1 operator
Boeing 737 — 1 operator

Airport details

Departure: Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

City: Shanghai
Country: CN
IATA / ICAO: SHA / ZSSS

Arrival: Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

City: Chengdu (Jianyang)
Country: CN
IATA / ICAO: TFU / ZUTF

Operating airlines

Spring Airlines (9C)
Air China (CA)
Shanghai Airlines (FM)
Juneyao Airlines (HO)
China Eastern Airlines (MU)

Distance: 1618 km. Duration: 185 minutes.

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Frequently asked questions

How many airlines fly SHA to TFU?

3 airlines operate the SHA to TFU route in our 90-day observed dataset.

What aircraft fly the SHA-TFU route?

The most commonly observed aircraft on SHA to TFU include: Airbus A321, Airbus A321, Airbus A320.

How long is the Shanghai to Chengdu (Jianyang) flight?

The estimated flight time from Shanghai (SHA) to Chengdu (Jianyang) (TFU) is approximately 2h 14m, based on a cruise speed of 850 km/h.

What's the distance from Shanghai to Chengdu (Jianyang)?

The great-circle distance from Shanghai (SHA) to Chengdu (Jianyang) (TFU) is approximately 1,616 km (1,004 miles).

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