Travelling from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH) to Chongqing Airport (CKG): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Chongqing Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Wuhan and Chongqing are both in the UTC+8 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Take your pick of 64 weekly Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Chongqing Airport flights. The 07:20 departure with China Southern Airlines is the earliest available. Air China operates the last service of the day at 21:35.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your WUH to CKG flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
There are plenty of direct flights from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Chongqing Airport, so getting to Chongqing (and then exploring more of China!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is China Southern.
Air China is the most punctual carrier offering WUH to CKG flights. A reliable 94.92% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH) to Chongqing Airport (CKG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Chongqing Airport flight is $103. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $151. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from WUH to CKG, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Chongqing Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Chongqing Airport.
Handy information about Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH)
You'll find WUH at Tianhe St.
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 84% of flights that depart WUH reach their destination without delay.
Central Wuhan to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport is around 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Chongqing Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to WUH:
Arriving at Chongqing Airport (CKG)
Consider booking a hotel close to CKG if you have a late Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Chongqing Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Venture beyond Chongqing and discover places that aren't on most itineraries with your own wheels. You can pick up a Chongqing Airport rental car from Hertz.
Book your ride from Chongqing Airport several weeks before your departure date to lock in the best possible deal. If you're going away during a busy period, 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 is approximately 31 kilometres from central Chongqing. Driving there takes about 40 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Chongqing Airport (CKG)
July is the most popular month for flights from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Chongqing Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Chongqing in March.
The warmest month in Chongqing is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport to Chongqing Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap tickets from WUH to CKG around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of China
You've visited Chongqing, now it's time to explore other parts of China. Journey about 257 kilometres north-west to Chengdu to check off its must-visit sights. From Tianfu Panda Tower to Jinli Ancient Street and Sichuan Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Nanchong is another well-known 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.
