Which airports can I use when flying from Riyadh to Chengdu?

Flights from Riyadh to Chengdu usually depart from Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) and arrive at Chengdu (CTU).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Riyadh to Chengdu?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Riyadh to Chengdu.

Which airports do connecting flights from Riyadh to Chengdu pass through?

Most connecting flights from Riyadh to Chengdu pass through Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 54% on flights from Riyadh to Chengdu. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at 1,749 ﷼ round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at 3,750 ﷼, a difference of 2,001 ﷼. 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 Riyadh 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 Riyadh to Chengdu changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about 3,236 ﷼ to 7,256 ﷼. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Riyadh to Chengdu looking right now?

One-way fares from Riyadh to Chengdu are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 1,575 ﷼, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Riyadh and Chengdu?

Chengdu is 5 hours ahead of Riyadh (China Time vs Arabian Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Riyadh to Chengdu?

Air China (3,398 ﷼) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Riyadh to Chengdu in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Riyadh to Chengdu?

Flights via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of 1,750 ﷼. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Riyadh to Chengdu, which airport offers the shortest layover?

Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) had the shortest average connection time for Riyadh to Chengdu layovers at 12h 57m over the past 3 months.

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Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27

4:55 pm - 9:10 pmRUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CTU Chengdu

23h 15m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Hong Kong Intl

12:30 pm - 5:20 amCTU Chengdu-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

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7:15 pm - 11:00 pmRUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CTU Chengdu

22h 45m3 stops Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Guangzhou Baiyun

12:30 pm - 5:20 amCTU Chengdu-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

21h 50m3 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

3,373 ﷼Multiple Airlines

3+ days ago

Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27

10:55 pm - 5:55 pmRUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CTU Chengdu

14h 00m1 stop Beijing Capital

1:45 pm - 8:55 pmCTU Chengdu-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

36h 10m1 stop Beijing Capital

3,398 ﷼Air China

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Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 1

1:05 am - 9:00 pmRUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CTU Chengdu

14h 55m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

1:10 pm - 2:55 amCTU Chengdu-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

18h 45m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

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Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1

4:55 pm - 1:25 pmRUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CTU Chengdu

15h 30m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Hong Kong Intl

7:30 pm - 10:15 amCTU Chengdu-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

19h 45m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Doha Hamad Intl

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Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 1

1:05 am - 2:00 pmRUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CTU Chengdu

31h 55m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

8:30 pm - 1:05 amCTU Chengdu-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

33h 35m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl

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Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27

4:55 pm - 9:10 pmRUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CTU Chengdu

23h 15m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Hong Kong Intl

7:30 pm - 9:45 amCTU Chengdu-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

19h 15m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Doha Hamad Intl

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Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27

4:55 pm - 9:10 pmRUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl-CTU Chengdu

23h 15m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Hong Kong Intl

10:30 pm - 8:45 pmCTU Chengdu-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl

27h 15m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Riyadh to Chengdu?: Air China (3,398 ﷼) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Riyadh to Chengdu in the last 5 days.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Riyadh to Chengdu?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Riyadh to Chengdu.
Do I need a passport to fly from Riyadh 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 Riyadh to Chengdu changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about 3,236 ﷼ to 7,256 ﷼. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Riyadh to Chengdu looking right now?
One-way fares from Riyadh to Chengdu are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 1,575 ﷼, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Riyadh to Chengdu?
Flights from Riyadh to Chengdu usually depart from Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) and arrive at Chengdu (CTU).
Which airports do connecting flights from Riyadh to Chengdu pass through?
Most connecting flights from Riyadh to Chengdu pass through Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Riyadh to Chengdu?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 54% on flights from Riyadh to Chengdu. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at 1,749 ﷼ round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at 3,750 ﷼, a difference of 2,001 ﷼.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Riyadh and Chengdu?
Chengdu is 5 hours ahead of Riyadh (China Time vs Arabian Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average 1,749 ﷼, about 2,001 ﷼ less than Friday fares (53% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chengdu Airport.

• Ruijia Large Hotel Chengdu Airport
• Holiday Inn Express Chengdu Airport Zone By IHG

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