Travelling from Kunming Airport (KMG) to Chongqing Airport (CKG): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Kunming Airport to Chongqing Airport.
Chongqing's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Kunming.
There are 49 Kunming Airport to Chongqing Airport flights each week.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your KMG to CKG flight.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
There are plenty of direct flights from Kunming Airport to Chongqing Airport, so getting to Chongqing (and then touring more of China!) is a breeze. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is China Eastern.
With a dependable 95.47% of services arriving as scheduled, Sichuan Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating KMG to CKG flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kunming Airport to Chongqing Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between KMG and CKG include:
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
Changsha Airport
Nanning Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kunming Airport (KMG) to Chongqing Airport (CKG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Kunming Airport to Chongqing Airport flight is 54 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 117 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from KMG to CKG, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Kunming Airport to Chongqing Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Finding cheap flights from KMG to CKG is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new deal comes up.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Kunming Airport to Chongqing Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Kunming Airport (KMG)
The address for KMG is 004 County Rd.
Kunming Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 86% of flights that depart KMG land on time.
To get to Kunming Airport from central Kunming, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 40 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near KMG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Kunming Airport to Chongqing Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Chongqing Airport (CKG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Kunming Airport to Chongqing Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CKG instead:
Pick up a Chongqing Airport rental car and explore parts of Chongqing that aren't the typical tourist stops. Find your perfect set of wheels with Hertz.
Increase your likelihood of scoring the lowest price by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Chongqing Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a smart move.
When to fly to Chongqing Airport (CKG)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Kunming Airport to Chongqing Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Chongqing. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Chongqing is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Kunming Airport to Chongqing Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KMG to CKG in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of China
You've seen Chongqing, now it's time to discover more of China. Travel around 257 kilometres north-west to Chengdu to check off its leading attractions. From Tianfu Panda Tower to Jinli Ancient Street and Sichuan Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Nanchong is another sought-after destination in China and is around 145 kilometres north of Chongqing. No journey is complete without dropping by Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area, Xishan Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area.