Los Angeles to Chengdu (Jianyang) (LAX–TFU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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LAX–TFU is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Sichuan Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 7,192 miles in approximately 15h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3U Sichuan Airlines | 3 | 359 | 15h45 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · TFU: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 9:00 AM (next day) in Chengdu (Jianyang).
US passport holders can enter China visa-free for stays up to 30 days under a temporary policy running through December 31, 2026. This covers tourism, business visits, and transit. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
For stays beyond 30 days, a standard visa from a Chinese embassy or consulate is required before departure. Separate 144-hour and 72-hour visa-free transit programs exist at select airports for travelers continuing to a third country.
FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.
Follow signs to the Metro Line 18 station inside the terminal. The express service reaches Chengdu South Railway Station in 35 minutes (CNY 10), where you can transfer to Lines 1, 7, or 18 local stops for the rest of the city. To reach Tianfu Square, transfer at Century City and take Line 1 north (total about CNY 30, 55-65 minutes).
Airport buses depart from the ground transport center outside arrivals. Line 1 to Chunxi Road takes 60-80 minutes (CNY 15 daytime, CNY 25 after 23:30). Taxis queue at the designated rank and use meters; budget CNY 180-260 to central Chengdu. DiDi pickup is on the east side of arrivals and runs cheaper than taxis at CNY 90-130 to city center destinations.
Chengdu sits in the Sichuan Basin with a humid subtropical climate. Summers (June-September) hit 22-29 degrees C with heavy monsoon rain. Half the annual 1000mm of rainfall lands in these four months, arriving as afternoon thunderstorms. Winters (December-February) average 3-8 degrees C and stay overcast. Frost is rare but the persistent cloud cover and dampness make it feel colder than the numbers suggest.
Chengdu is one of the cloudiest cities in China with roughly 200 overcast days per year and only 1000 hours of annual sunshine. Spring warms unevenly with cold snaps into April. Autumn (late September-November) is the most comfortable stretch with clear-ish skies and mild temperatures. Pack layers and rain gear regardless of season; an umbrella earns its place year-round here.
LAX–TFU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LAX to TFU
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) are connected by nonstop service from Sichuan Airlines. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
LAX to TFU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LAX to TFU is about 15 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 7,192 miles (11,573 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Incheon, Shanghai Pudong and Hong Kong. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.