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Flights from Chengdu to Almaty
There are no direct flights from Chengdu to Almaty. The easiest way is one stop via Urumqi or Xian, about 6h 12m door to door.
No direct flights · 3 connection options From 6h 12m
Chengdu to Almaty at a glance
Fastest journey6h 12mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Urumqi or Xian
Best ways to fly from Chengdu to Almaty
Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.
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CTU Urumqi (URC) ALA
Leg 1: Air China, Chengdu Airlines, China Southern Airlines · Leg 2: Air Astana, China Southern Airlines
Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.
Good to know
- Distance
- 2,780 km1,726 miles
- Journey time
- 6h 12mestimate
- Time difference
- -3hAlmaty vs Chengdu
- Currency in Almaty
- USD
- Airports
- TFU, CTU → ALA
Flights from Chengdu to Almaty: questions answered
Are there direct flights from Chengdu to Almaty?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Urumqi, Xian and Bishkek. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Chengdu to Almaty?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 6h 12m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 2,780 km.
Where do you change planes between Chengdu and Almaty?
The best connecting points are Urumqi (URC), Xian (XIY) and Bishkek (BSZ). Air China flies both legs via Urumqi, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Chengdu and Almaty?
Chengdu: Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). Almaty: Almaty International Airport (ALA).
What is the time difference between Chengdu and Almaty?
Almaty is 3 hours behind Chengdu.
