Chongqing to Chennai (CKG–MAA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chongqing to Chennai
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-2.5h behind 13 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between CKG and MAA, connecting options are available through 13 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CKG to MAA.
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One-Stop Connections
13
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~41h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
753
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Other ways to reach Chennai from Chongqing

Nearby airports with service to Chennai International Airport.
Metric CKG→MAA TFU→MAA
Distance from CKG 139 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 0 5
Airports within 200 miles of CKG with service to Chennai International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2.5h
Chennai is 2.5 hours behind Chongqing.
CKG: CST · MAA: IST

When it's 6:00 PM in Chongqing, it's 3.5:00 PM in Chennai.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders require a visa to enter India. The eVisa system is currently suspended for Chinese nationals, so applications must be submitted in person at the Indian Embassy in Beijing or consulates in Shanghai and Guangzhou. Processing can take several weeks. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months with at least two blank pages.

Getting to CKG

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.

CKG–MAA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chongqing to Chennai route.
Route details
Time difference-2.5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections13 hubs
Origin: CKG
IATA / ICAOCKG / ZUCK
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr48.6M
Elevation1,365 ft / 416 m
Destination: MAA
IATA / ICAOMAA / VOMM
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Passengers/yr21.2M
Elevation52 ft / 16 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CKG to MAA flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through RGN, PEN, HKG, CGO, SIN, DMK, BKK, FRA, CMB, KUL, DOH, DXB and LHR. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chennai is 2.5 hours behind Chongqing.
Nearby alternatives include TFU. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

13 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via RGN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chengdu (Jianyang) (TFU).