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Flight deals from Shanghai to Chongqing Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai to Chongqing Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £106. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Chongqing.£45 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Mar.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 28 Mar, arriving in Chongqing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £45, select.

Chongqing.£49 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Chongqing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £49, select.

Chongqing.£49 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Chongqing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £49, select.

Chongqing.£49 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Chongqing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £49, select.

Chongqing.£49 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Chongqing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £49, select.

Chongqing.£51 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Apr.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 9 Apr, arriving in Chongqing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £51, select.

Chongqing.£62 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Chongqing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £62, select.

Chongqing.£76 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Jul.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Chongqing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £76, select.

Chongqing.£162 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Dec.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 14 Dec, arriving in Chongqing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £162, select.

Chongqing.£163 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Chongqing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £163, select.

Chongqing.£209 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Dec.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in Chongqing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £209, select.

Chongqing.£210 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Chongqing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £210, select.

Chongqing.£210 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Jan.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Sat, 2 Jan, arriving in Chongqing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £210, select.

Chongqing.£226 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Chongqing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £226, select.

Chongqing.£453 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Mar.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 15 Mar, arriving in Chongqing.Price includes taxes and charges.From £453, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Chongqing

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai to Chongqing flights are currently cheapest in March.

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Shanghai to Chongqing: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Shanghai to Chongqing below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chongqing.

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Shanghai to Chongqing: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£45
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	2 hrs, 59 mins
Most popular airline	China Eastern
Average flights per week	1,009

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Chongqing: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Shanghai to Chongqing?

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Chongqing is £98. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Chongqing?

2 hours and 59 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Chongqing.

Which airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Chongqing?

China Eastern, Xiamen Airlines and Sichuan Airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Chongqing.

How many flights are there a week from Shanghai to Chongqing?

As of March 2026, there are 1,079 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Chongqing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Chongqing?

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Chongqing is usually March.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Chongqing Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Chongqing Airport on Wednesday, 25 March 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Shanghai to Chongqing Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 59 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Chongqing?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chongqing but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Chongqing?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chongqing is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Shanghai to Chongqing with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Chongqing is Spring Airlines .

Flying from Shanghai to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG): What you need to know

Your adventure gets underway at one of Shanghai's main airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Explore the options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) setting off from either of these.
Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Shanghai to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport flight.
Shanghai and Chongqing (where Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport is located) share the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) is the most popular route. You can choose from 124 direct services a week between PVG and CKG.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Shanghai to CKG. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like February and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Nonstop flights from Shanghai to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) can be booked from here.
These are some of the most popular airlines operating direct flights from Shanghai to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport taking off from PVG:
Juneyao Airlines ranks first in bookings for flights from PVG to CKG.
Spring Airlines is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route, with 97.54% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
The journey from central Shanghai to PVG takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kms (30 miles) in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Shanghai to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from PVG touch down on schedule 82% of the time.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Consider flying out of Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). You can book a direct Shanghai to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) plane ticket from this popular hub.
A good selection of airlines offer direct flights from Shanghai to CKG out of SHA. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat with any of these carriers and you'll get there before you realise it:
China Eastern is the top choice for bookings on the SHA to CKG route.
Among the carriers operating flights between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport, Spring Airlines leads in on-time performance.
You can arrive at SHA from the centre of Shanghai in approximately 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to travel the 14 kms (9 miles) or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your Shanghai to CKG flight:
Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 85% of them landing on schedule.
The street address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

About Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)

The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Shanghai to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near CKG instead:
You'll find CKG at Airport Expressway Entrance.

Getting from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) to central Chongqing

Central Chongqing is around 31 kms (19 miles) from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport and takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)

£45 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport. Return flights start from £98. These prices can change based on demand.
Book five months before you travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Shanghai to CKG.
The best month for finding cheap Shanghai to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Shanghai to CKG.
Save on your flight from Shanghai to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Shanghai to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)

Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. December is the quietest month to visit Chongqing. November is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
When booking your Shanghai to CKG plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Chongqing, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 37ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC and 13ºC.

More about Chongqing

When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Chongqing right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Shanghai to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport:
Your Chongqing trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions that are worth your time include Three Gorges of Yangtze River in Chongqing, Night View of Mountain City and Longji Mountain.

Explore more of China

Chongqing has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be explored. Around 257 kms (160 miles) west of Chongqing, a trip to Chengdu will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Tianfu Panda Tower, Jinli Ancient Street and Sichuan Museum.
Around 129 kms (80 miles) northwest of Chongqing, Nanchong is another favourite stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area, Xishan Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area.