Vientiane to Chongqing (VTE–CKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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G52806
G5 China Express
320
8:05 PM
+07
11:30 PM
CST
2h 25m
M T W T F S S
Prices
G52805
G5 China Express
320
5:30 PM
CST TT3
7:05 PM
+07
2h 35m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Vientiane to Chongqing
1 carrier, 3 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 3 Flights/wk 850 mi 2h 25m nonstop +1h ahead 21 1-stop hubs

VTE–CKG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Express Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 850 miles in approximately 2h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 21 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop VTE–CKG service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
G5 China Express Airlines 3 320 2h25
Aircraft on this route
320 Airbus A320 – G5
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: G5 (3 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, VTE to CKG direction.
Mon
0
flights
Tue
1
flight
Wed
0
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
0
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
3
Outbound / wk
3
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for VTE to CKG.
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One-Stop Connections
21
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~29h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
1,227
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
+1h
Chongqing is 1 hour ahead of Vientiane.
VTE: +07 · CKG: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Vientiane, it's 7:00 PM in Chongqing.
Distance & Flight Time
850 mi / 1,368 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 25m.
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.

VTE–CKG Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Vientiane to Chongqing route.
Route details
Distance850 mi / 1,368 km
Flight time2h 25m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights3 out / 3 return
1-stop connections21 hubs
Origin: VTE
IATA / ICAOVTE / VLVT
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane
Elevation564 ft / 172 m
Destination: CKG
IATA / ICAOCKG / ZUCK
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr48.6M
Elevation1,365 ft / 416 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about VTE to CKG flights.
Nonstop flights from Wattay International Airport to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport take approximately 2h 25m. The route covers 850 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: China Express Airlines.
There are approximately 3 nonstop flights per week from VTE to CKG. The return direction has about 3 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SGN, NTG, PVG, KMG, HAK, BKK, SJW, ICN, KUL, SYX, CAN, DMK, WUX, SZX, NNG, JHG, JJN, HKG, FOC, CSX and SIN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chongqing is 1 hour ahead of Vientiane.
Yes, return flights from CKG to VTE 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 VTE to CKG

Wattay International Airport (VTE) and Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) are connected by nonstop service from China Express Airlines. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

VTE to CKG Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from VTE to CKG ranges from 2 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 850 miles (1,368 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

21 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via SGN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.