Travelling from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Chongqing Airport (CKG): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Chongqing Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 40 minutes.
Kuala Lumpur and Chongqing share the UTC+8 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Pack your bags and choose from 29 weekly Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Chongqing Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your KUL to CKG flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Chongqing Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Chongqing adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this exciting corner of China:
Most travellers choose to fly with Xiamen Airlines on this route.
AirAsia X is the most punctual carrier operating KUL to CKG flights. An impressive 82.86% of its services on this route land on time.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Chongqing Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between KUL and CKG include:
Guangzhou Airport
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
Don Mueang Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Chongqing Airport (CKG)
96 € is the best price for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Chongqing Airport flight. A return flight starts at 189 €. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from KUL to CKG, reserve your journey five months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Chongqing Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
59% of flights departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport land at their destination on time.
To get to Kuala Lumpur International Airport from central Kuala Lumpur, it takes around 55 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near KUL? If you're boarding an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Chongqing Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Chongqing Airport (CKG)
If you're landing on a late Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Chongqing Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near CKG:
Go beyond Chongqing and check out places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Chongqing Airport rental car from Hertz.
Book your vehicle from Chongqing Airport several weeks before your departure to get the best possible rate. If you're planning to travel during peak season, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Chongqing Airport (CKG) to central Chongqing
You'll find CKG at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Chongqing Airport to the centre of Chongqing has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Chongqing Airport (CKG)
July is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Chongqing Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Chongqing in March.
The warmest month in Chongqing is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Chongqing Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KUL to CKG in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Chongqing has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometres north-west of Chongqing, a trip to Chengdu will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Tianfu Panda Tower, Jinli Ancient Street and Sichuan Museum.
Nanchong is another well-known destination in China and is around 145 kilometres north of Chongqing. No journey is complete without visiting Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area, Xishan Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area.