Flights from London to Chongqing take 14-18 hours with one connection. The city is served by Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG), located 21 km from the city centre.
No direct flights operate from the UK. Most travellers connect through Guangzhou, Beijing, Shanghai. Airlines like China Southern Airlines and China Eastern Airlines offer smooth connections with layovers of 2-4 hours.
Return fares range from £350-480 during low season to £650-900+ during peak periods. Booking 6-8 weeks ahead typically gets the best deals.
Chongqing operates on GMT+8, which is 8 hours ahead of London. Plan accordingly for jet lag when arriving.
Price Patterns
Prices typically drop Tuesday/Wednesday for bookings
Last-minute deals rare for long-haul routes due to steady demand
Peak season (July-October / Chinese New Year): Prices higher due to demand
Sweet Spot
6-8 weeks before travel for best combination of availability and price.
Avoid Booking
Less than 2 weeks out (premium pricing)
During peak holiday announcement periods
School holiday periods if travelling with families
Hongya Cave
Explore the glowing cliffside complex filled with shops, snacks, and river views.
Three Gorges
Take a river cruise through dramatic canyon landscapes along the Yangtze.
Ciqikou Town
Walk through traditional streets packed with tea houses and local crafts.
Liziba Station
Watch the famous monorail pass directly through a residential building.
Dazu Rock
See ancient Buddhist carvings at the UNESCO-listed Dazu Rock Carvings.