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Flights from Lyon to Chengdu

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Cheapest time to fly from Lyon to Chengdu

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the beginning of January. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.
week: Jan 4 - Jan 10
Flights from just €882
€891
€882
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Distance: 8,271 km
Lyon airports
Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)How far from city centre: 9 km
Chengdu airports
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)How far from city centre: 53 km

Book your flight from Lyon to Chengdu

Find direct and indirect flights from Lyon to Chengdu (China) with eDreams. Once you have your results, sort them by schedule or price and book the option that best suits your plans.

A direct flight from Lyon to Chengdu takes around 15 h and 45 m, while indirect flights will take longer.

Airports and airlines connecting Lyon and Chengdu

Knowing where you set off from and where you arrive helps you organise your journey better. Consider the available airports and compare the different airlines operating on this route.

  • Departure airport: Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)
  • Arrival airport: Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

Weather in Chengdu

The best time to visit may depend on your preferred climate. In Chengdu, the average temperature floats around 29ºC in the warmest months and 4ºC in the coldest ones. Keep this in mind when packing and planning any outdoor activities.

  • Highs: up to 30ºC
  • Lows: down to 2ºC
  • Hottest month: August
  • Coldest month: January
  • Driest month: December
  • Wettest month: July

How to save when flying from Lyon to Chengdu

A few tips for finding cheaper flights from Lyon to Chengdu:

  • Flexible dates: compare fares for two or three different departure days. Leaving a day earlier or later can make a noticeable difference to the price.
  • Baggage allowance: check what each fare includes before you book, so you aren't caught out by extra charges at the airport.
  • Airports on your route: confirm which airports you depart from and land at, especially if the city has more than one. This will help you plan your transfer and work out the total cost of getting around.

Looking for a bigger saving? Book a Flight + Hotel package to combine both in one booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in Chengdu. You can also save on a hire car by including it with your booking.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Lyon to Chengdu

On average, what is the price of a Lyon to Chengdu flight?
When flying from Lyon to Chengdu the average price will be €813. However, this price is dependant on several other factors like seasonality or the time in advance taken when booking the route.
For flights from Lyon to Chengdu, how can I find the cheapest price?
On eDreams we use machine learning to find the most economical flight between Lyon and Chengdu. By taking into account the combinations of airlines, stopovers, direct flights as well as the various criteria for the journeys, our search engine allows us to offer our customers the best price under the best conditions.
When booking, when is the best time to do so in order to get the best prices for Lyon to Chengdu flights?
The most popular month for flights from Lyon to Chengdu are: January, February and August.
When is the best time to travel from Lyon to Chengdu?
A good period of the year to visit Chengdu from Lyon really depends on lots of personal preferences, price being one of the main criteria When it comes to popularity, August is the best month to fly to Chengdu from Lyon, basedd on searches from our customers, followed by March and February. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds January, September and April are the months with fewer searches for the route Lyon -  Chengdu.
What is the duration of a flight from Lyon to Chengdu?
Flight time, on average, from Lyon to Chengdu is usually 18 h and 10 m on average, at an average distance of 8,271.16 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
What is the weather like in Chengdu compared to Lyon?
The average temperature in Lyon is 20º degrees in summer. Chengdu reaches 25º during the hot season. In winter, however, temperatures are around 7º degrees in Chengdu, compared to the 4º average degrees in Lyon.

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