Colombo to Chongqing (CMB–CKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CMB–CKG is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines and Chongqing Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 2,333 miles in approximately 4h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 15 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 3 | 32N | 5h45 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| OQ Chongqing Airlines | 3 | 32N | 4h45 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CMB: +0530 · CKG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Colombo, it's 8.5:00 PM in Chongqing.
Metro Line 10 from the airport to Jiaochangkou (city centre) takes 35–45 minutes (¥6–8) and runs until around 11pm. Transfers to Lines 1, 2, 3, 6 provide extensive city coverage. Airport buses serve major commercial zones (¥20–30). Taxis use a metered system; the Jiefangbei CBD area costs ¥60–90.DiDi ride-hail is the standard option for most travelers and generally cheaper than street taxis. Chongqing's mountainous terrain means surface travel times vary significantly by destination; the elevated metro is more predictable than road travel during peak hours.
Humid subtropical climate. Chongqing is one of China's "Three Furnaces" for summer heat. Summers are hot and humid (30–38°C, June–September) with frequent rainstorms and thunderstorms that cause delays. The city sits at a river confluence and fog is endemic. Winter and early spring mornings often produce dense fog (2–12°C) that delays or diverts departures.
Overcast skies are the norm for most of the year; Chongqing averages among the fewest sunshine days of any major Chinese city. Autumn (October–November) offers the clearest weather. Pollution combined with fog can produce severe visibility reductions in winter. Pack layers for the dramatic temperature drops that occur with elevation changes in the surrounding mountains.
CMB–CKG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CMB to CKG
Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB) and Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines and Chongqing Airlines. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CMB to CKG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CMB to CKG ranges from 4 hours 45 minutes to 5 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,333 miles (3,754 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 12 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
15 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via HKG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.