Kashgar to Chongqing (KHG–CKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
CA4278
CA Air China
738
8:20 PM
+06 TT2
1:15 AM+1
CST
4h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices
CA4277
CA Air China
738
1:35 PM
CST TT3
7:20 PM
+06
5h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Kashgar to Chongqing
2 carriers, 4 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 4 Flights/wk 1,858 mi 4h 55m nonstop +2h ahead 17 1-stop hubs

KHG–CKG is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air China and Sichuan Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,858 miles in approximately 4h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 17 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop KHG–CKG service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
CA Air China 4 738 4h55 Star Alliance
3U Sichuan Airlines 3
Aircraft on this route
738 Boeing 737-800 – CA
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: CA (4 flights/wk, 57%)
Unaffiliated: 3U (3 flights/wk, 43%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, KHG to CKG direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
0
flights
Wed
1
flight
Thu
0
flights
Fri
1
flight
Sat
0
flights
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
4
Outbound / wk
4
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for KHG to CKG.
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One-Stop Connections
17
Hubs
~13h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
1,177
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Chongqing is 2 hours ahead of Kashgar.
KHG: +06 · CKG: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Kashgar, it's 8:00 PM in Chongqing.
Distance & Flight Time
1,858 mi / 2,990 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 55m.
Getting from CKG

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.

Chongqing Climate

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.

KHG–CKG Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Kashgar to Chongqing route.
Route details
Distance1,858 mi / 2,990 km
Flight time4h 55m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights4 out / 4 return
1-stop connections17 hubs
Origin: KHG
IATA / ICAOKHG / ZWSH
TimezoneAsia/Urumqi
Elevation4,529 ft / 1,380 m
Destination: CKG
IATA / ICAOCKG / ZUCK
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr48.6M
Elevation1,365 ft / 416 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about KHG to CKG flights.
Nonstop flights from Kashgar Laining International Airport to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport take approximately 4h 55m. The route covers 1,858 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Sichuan Airlines and Air China.
There are approximately 4 nonstop flights per week from KHG to CKG. The return direction has about 4 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ACF, KRL, AKU, XIY, TNA, INC, CGO, URC, XNN, NKG, HGH, CAN, SZX, PVG, TAO, PEK and LHW. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chongqing is 2 hours ahead of Kashgar.
Yes, return flights from CKG to KHG are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from KHG to CKG

Kashgar Laining International Airport (KHG) and Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) are connected by nonstop service from Sichuan Airlines and Air China. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

KHG to CKG Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from KHG to CKG ranges from 4 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,858 miles (2,990 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

17 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 13 hours via ACF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.