Nanchong (Gaoping) to Changsha (Changsha) (NAO–CSX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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3U2686
3U Sichuan
738
1:10 PM
CST TT3
2:40 PM
CST
1h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices
MF8608
MF Xiamen
7M8
1:40 PM
CST TT3
3:15 PM
CST
1h 35m
M T W T F S S
Prices
3U2685
3U Sichuan
738
10:45 AM
CST T2
12:25 PM
CST
1h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
MF8607
MF Xiamen
7M8
10:50 AM
CST T2
12:50 PM
CST
2h
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Nanchong (Gaoping) to Changsha (Changsha)
2 carriers, 10 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 10 Flights/wk 461 mi 1h 30m nonstop 8 1-stop hubs

NAO–CSX is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Sichuan Airlines and Xiamen Air lead the route. The flight covers 461 miles in approximately 1h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 8 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop NAO–CSX service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
3U Sichuan Airlines 7 738 1h30
MF Xiamen Air 3 7M8 1h35
Aircraft on this route
738 Boeing 737-800 – 3U
7M8 Boeing 737 MAX 8 – MF
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: 3U + MF (10 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, NAO to CSX direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
2
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
2
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
10
Outbound / wk
10
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for NAO to CSX.
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One-Stop Connections
8
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~19h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
528
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.

Other ways to reach Changsha (Changsha) from Nanchong (Gaoping)

Nearby airports with service to Changsha Huanghua International Airport.
Metric NAO→CSX CKG→CSX MIG→CSX
Distance from NAO 80 mi 95 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 5 3
Weekly flights 10 55 10
Flight time 1h 30m 1h 20m 1h 30m
Airports within 200 miles of NAO with service to Changsha Huanghua International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Changsha (Changsha) is 0 hours the same as Nanchong (Gaoping).
NAO: CST · CSX: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Nanchong (Gaoping), it's 6:00 PM in Changsha (Changsha).
Distance & Flight Time
461 mi / 742 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 30m to 1h 35m.
Getting from CSX

Metro Line 6 runs directly from the terminal to the city centre and Changsha South Station (high-speed rail) in about 50 minutes for CNY 8–10. Taxis and DiDi queue outside arrivals; fares to downtown are CNY 80–130. Airport buses serve multiple city zones for CNY 20.Changsha South Station connects to a dense high-speed rail network; Guangzhou, Wuhan, and Beijing are within 3–4 hours. All major rental car brands maintain airport desks.

Changsha (Changsha) Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Summers (June–August) are hot and very humid at 30–36°C with heavy monsoon rainfall and regular thunderstorms causing delays. Winters (December–February) are cool and damp at 3–10°C. Changsha sees occasional light snow and ice that can disrupt ground operations despite mild temperatures.

Spring is rainy and overcast; autumn (September–October) is the most comfortable season. High humidity is a constant factor from May through September. Pack light, breathable clothing.

NAO–CSX Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Nanchong (Gaoping) to Changsha (Changsha) route.
Route details
Distance461 mi / 742 km
Flight time1h 30m to 1h 35m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights10 out / 10 return
1-stop connections8 hubs
Origin: NAO
IATA / ICAONAO / ZUNC
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Elevation1,145 ft / 349 m
Destination: CSX
IATA / ICAOCSX / ZGHA
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr28.0M
Elevation217 ft / 66 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about NAO to CSX flights.
Nonstop flights from Nanchong Gaoping Airport to Changsha Huanghua International Airport take approximately 1h 30m to 1h 35m. The route covers 461 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Sichuan Airlines and Xiamen Air.
There are approximately 10 nonstop flights per week from NAO to CSX. The return direction has about 10 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through NNG, TAO, HGH, LJG, TNA, CAN, HAK and PVG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from CSX to NAO are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include CKG, MIG and 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.

Flights from NAO to CSX

Nanchong Gaoping Airport (NAO) and Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX) are connected by nonstop service from Sichuan Airlines and Xiamen Air. With 10 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

NAO to CSX Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from NAO to CSX ranges from 1 hours 30 minutes to 1 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 461 miles (742 km). There are approximately 10 weekly flights outbound and 10 return, totaling 20 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

8 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via NNG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chongqing (CKG), Mianyang (Fucheng) (MIG) and Chengdu (Jianyang) (TFU).