Chongqing to London (CKG–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CKG–LHR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Tianjin Airlines and Hainan Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 5,306 miles in approximately 12h. Beyond nonstop, 30 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS Tianjin Airlines | 2 | 332 | 12h | – | – | – |
| HU Hainan Airlines | 2 | 332 | 12h | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CKG: CST · LHR: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Chongqing, it's 10:00 AM in London.
Chinese passport holders need a Standard Visitor visa to enter the UK. Apply online through gov.uk and book a biometrics appointment at a VFS Global centre in China. The 6-month visa costs GBP 115. Longer options: 2-year visa is GBP 400, 5-year is GBP 771, 10-year is GBP 963. Processing takes 3 weeks as standard. Priority service (5 business days) costs an extra GBP 500. Super Priority (next business day) costs GBP 1,000 where available.
You will need a completed online form, passport valid for the duration of your stay, financial documents (6 months of bank statements), proof of accommodation, return flight booking, and evidence of ties to China. Employment letters and payslips are expected for employed applicants. Unlike Schengen, the UK does not require travel insurance as part of the application.
The UK is not part of the Schengen area. A Schengen visa does not allow entry to the UK and vice versa. You need separate applications if visiting both.
Chongqing Metro Line 10 runs directly to T3A (the main international and domestic terminal) in 35–45 minutes from Jiaochangkou (city centre), costing ¥6–8. Line 3 also connects to the airport with a transfer. T3B links internally to T3A; check if your terminal is within the same building before choosing a route.Airport shuttle buses serve multiple city zones including Chaotianmen, Guanyinqiao, and Shapingba (¥20–30, 40–70 min). Taxis from the Jiefangbei area cost ¥60–90 and take 40–60 minutes depending on expressway conditions. DiDi is widely available.
Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.
Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.
CKG–LHR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CKG to LHR
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from Tianjin Airlines and Hainan Airlines. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CKG to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CKG to LHR ranges from 12 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,306 miles (8,538 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
30 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 19 hours via BRU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.