Chengdu (Jianyang) to Los Angeles (TFU–LAX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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✈ Nonstop
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3U Sichuan
359
11:15 PM
PDT TTB
6:00 AM+2
CST
15h 45m
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
PVG Shanghai (Pudong) 15h 25m 3UAYBA 3SCACK Shanghai (Pudong) (PVG) to Los Angeles flights
ICN Seoul 15h 45m 3UCAOZ APZCMKE Seoul (ICN) to Los Angeles flights
PEK Beijing 16h 10m CAHUSC CAUA Beijing (PEK) to Los Angeles flights
XMN Xiamen 16h 16m 3UCAMF MFUA Xiamen (XMN) to Los Angeles flights
NRT Narita 16h 20m 3UCZ 5YJLKZ Narita (NRT) to Los Angeles flights
CAN Guangzhou (Huadu) 16h 20m 3UAQCA CZ Guangzhou (Huadu) (CAN) to Los Angeles flights
HKG Hong Kong 16h 30m CACXCZ 3SCXDL Hong Kong (HKG) to Los Angeles flights
TPE Taoyuan 16h 40m BR AVBRCI Taoyuan (TPE) to Los Angeles flights
SZX Shenzhen 16h 40m 3UCZDZ 3SCACK Shenzhen (SZX) to Los Angeles flights
SIN Singapore 23h 33m 3UCACZ SQ Singapore (SIN) to Los Angeles flights
1-STOP More options, longer trips
2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Chengdu (Jianyang) to Los Angeles
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-15h behind

While no nonstop service exists between TFU and LAX, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for TFU to LAX.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
25
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~44h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,762
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
TFU → LAX
86%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
86%
Return
LAX → TFU
68%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
68%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. LAX delays →

Other ways to reach Los Angeles from Chengdu (Jianyang)

Nearby airports with service to Los Angeles International Airport.
Metric TFU→LAX CKG→LAX
Distance from TFU 139 mi
Nonstop airlines 1
Weekly flights 4
Airports within 200 miles of TFU with service to Los Angeles International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-15h
Los Angeles is 15 hours behind Chengdu (Jianyang).
TFU: CST · LAX: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chengdu (Jianyang), it's 3:00 AM in Los Angeles.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders require a B1/B2 visa for tourism or business travel to the United States. The visa is typically issued for 10 years with multiple entries, allowing stays of up to 180 days per visit. An in-person interview at a US embassy or consulate is required, and the application fee is US $185. Holders of 10-year B visas must also enroll in EVUS (Electronic Visa Update System) every two years before travel.

Getting to TFU

Metro Line 18 is the fastest and cheapest way out. The express service skips intermediate stops and reaches TFU from Chengdu South Railway Station in 35 minutes (CNY 10). The all-stop service takes 50 minutes for the same fare. From Tianfu Square, expect a transfer and a total of about CNY 30. Trains run from 6:00 to 23:00.

Airport buses cover five routes including Chunxi Road (Line 1), Jinsha Bus Hub (Line 2), and Chengdu East Railway Station (Line 4). Day fare is a flat CNY 15; night service (23:30 to 6:00) costs CNY 25. Lines 1, 2, and 3 run 24 hours. Taxis from Tianfu Square cost CNY 180-260 during the day and take 45-60 minutes via the expressway. DiDi ride-hail runs CNY 90-130 from pickup lanes on the east side of the arrivals hall.

Getting from LAX

LAX has no direct rail link to downtown. The closest option is the free LAX Shuttle G to the Metro C Line station at Aviation/Century Blvd (fare $1.75 to Union Station, 40–50 min). Taxis use a meter; expect $35–55 to downtown and $30–45 to Santa Monica. Ride-shares cost $20–45 depending on destination and surge pricing.Rental car facilities are a short shuttle ride from terminals. FlyAway buses run to Union Station, Van Nuys, Hollywood, and Westwood ($9.75–11.25). For LAX Connect (the new people mover to Inglewood), check if it has opened at time of travel.

Los Angeles Climate

Mediterranean climate. Summers are warm and dry (24–30°C) with low humidity and almost no rain. Winters are mild (10–18°C) with occasional rain from November through March. Fog ("June Gloom") is common from late May through July, blanketing mornings until noon and causing departure delays.

Santa Ana winds occur in fall and spring, sometimes grounding departures briefly. Heat waves in September–October can push temperatures above 38°C inland, though LAX itself stays cooler near the coast.

TFU–LAX Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chengdu (Jianyang) to Los Angeles route.
Route details
Time difference-15 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: TFU
IATA / ICAOTFU / ZUTF
TimezoneAsia/Chongqing
Passengers/yr54.9M
Elevation1,440 ft / 439 m
Destination: LAX
IATA / ICAOLAX / KLAX
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr76.6M
Elevation125 ft / 38 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about TFU to LAX flights.
This route has limited weekly service. Check the schedule above for departure days and times in each direction.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Shanghai Pudong, Incheon and Beijing Capital.
Los Angeles is 15 hours behind Chengdu (Jianyang).
Yes, return flights from LAX to TFU are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include CKG. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Shanghai Pudong, Incheon and Beijing Capital. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chongqing (CKG).