Nanjing to Chongqing (NKG–CKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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NKG–CKG is served by 7 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, Air China and Shenzhen Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 738 miles in approximately 2h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines Also: 3U | 49 | 320, 321, 32N | 2h05-2h25 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| CA Air China | 35 | 738 | 1h43-2h45 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| ZH Shenzhen Airlines | 35 | 738, 73G | 1h44-2h40 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| SC Shandong Airlines | 21 | 738 | 2h15-2h40 | – | – | – |
| HO Juneyao Air Also: 3U | 7 | 320 | 2h25 | – | – | 3U |
| HU Hainan Airlines | 7 | 73H | 2h20 | – | – | – |
| PN West Air | 7 | 320 | 2h15 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chongqing from Nanjing
| Metric | NKG→CKG | WHA→CKG | CZX→CKG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from NKG | – | 45 mi | 55 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 7 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 189 | 3 | 28 |
| Flight time | 2h 20m | 2h 20m | 2h 13m |
Travel Essentials
NKG: CST · CKG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Nanjing, it's 6:00 PM in Chongqing.
The airport express (S9 metro line) runs from Nanjing South Railway Station to Lukou Airport in about 30 minutes (¥29). Connections from Nanjing Station require a transfer at South Station; total journey around 50 minutes.Taxis from downtown cost ¥80–120 depending on traffic and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-shares (DiDi) run slightly cheaper at ¥70–100. The airport bus network covers major city districts for ¥20–25.
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.
NKG–CKG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from NKG to CKG
Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) and Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines, Air China, Shenzhen Airlines, Shandong Airlines, Juneyao Air, Hainan Airlines and West Air. With 189 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
NKG to CKG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from NKG to CKG is about 2 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 738 miles (1,188 km). There are approximately 189 weekly flights outbound and 182 return, totaling 371 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Yuncheng Yanhu, Changsha Huanghua and Xi'an Xianyang. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Wuhu (WHA), Changzhou (CZX) and Yangzhou (YTY).