Chongqing to Madrid (CKG–MAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CKG–MAD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Hainan Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 5,848 miles in approximately 12h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 20 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HU Hainan Airlines | 3 | 789 | 12h55 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Madrid from Chongqing
| Metric | CKG→MAD | TFU→MAD |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from CKG | – | 139 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 3 | 7 |
| Flight time | 12h 55m | 13h |
Travel Essentials
CKG: CST · MAD: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Chongqing, it's 11:00 AM in Madrid.
Chinese passport holders need a Schengen visa to enter Spain. Apply at the Spanish embassy or a BLS International visa centre in China. The short-stay visa costs EUR 80 and allows stays up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Processing takes 10 to 15 calendar days.
Required documents include a completed application form, two recent passport photos, travel medical insurance with EUR 30,000 minimum coverage, flight reservation, hotel bookings or invitation letter, and proof of financial means. Bank statements from the last 3 months are required. Employment verification with salary details is expected for employed applicants. Passport must have at least 3 months validity beyond the planned Schengen departure date and 2 blank pages.
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.
Metro Line 8 from T1/T2/T3 to Nuevos Ministerios takes 12–15 minutes (€6 with airport supplement). T4 travelers take the free inter-terminal shuttle to T2 first. Cercanías C-1 from T4 to Atocha (€2.60, 25 min) is cheaper. Taxis to the city centre have a €30 fixed tariff.
Rental car agencies are at T4. Express Aeropuerto buses run 24 hours to Avenida de América (€5, 25–40 min). Ride-hail apps (Cabify, Uber) typically cost €25–40 depending on destination.
Hot semi-arid climate at 600m altitude. Summers are hot and dry (30–38°C) with almost no rain and very low humidity. Heat rarely disrupts flights but ground crews work in extreme heat. Winters are cold for a southern European capital (1–9°C) with occasional snow. MAD handles light snow well but heavy falls can close runways.
Spring and autumn are pleasant (12–20°C) and offer the most stable weather. Dust storms from the Sahara occasionally reduce visibility in spring. No fog risk comparable to northern European airports.
CKG–MAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CKG to MAD
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) and Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) are connected by nonstop service from Hainan Airlines. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CKG to MAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CKG to MAD ranges from 12 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,848 miles (9,411 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
20 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 19 hours via AMS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chengdu (Jianyang) (TFU).