Flights to Chongqing

Chongqing is a vast municipality in south-west China, built on steep hills where the Yangtze and Jialing rivers meet. Its dramatic skyline, stacked neighbourhoods and neon-lit riverbanks have made it one of the most photographed cities in the country, and its fiery hotpot is famous far beyond China. Travellers from Singapore go for city breaks, business, family links and as a starting point for Yangtze River cruises. Search Traveloka and nonstop and connecting options from Changi to Chongqing appear together, making it easy to pick the routing that fits your trip.

About Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport

Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport, coded CKG, is the city's main airport and one of the busiest in western China. It is a major domestic hub with a growing network of international routes across Asia and beyond.

Location

The airport lies in Yubei District, north of the city's core. The central peninsula of Yuzhong, home to Jiefangbei and Hongyadong, is reached by expressway and metro, with the journey crossing the Jialing River on the way.

Terminals

Jiangbei is a large multi-terminal airport that has kept expanding, and international and domestic flights do not always use the same building. Signs are in Chinese and English. Check your e-ticket for the terminal before heading back to the airport, because the buildings are not all next to each other.

Getting to and from the Airport

Rail Transit Lines 3 and 10 connect the airport with the rest of the city's metro, and are usually the most reliable option at busy times. Taxis queue outside arrivals, and ride-hailing apps are widely used in Chongqing, though they work best with a local mobile payment account. Airport shuttle buses also run to several districts. Keep your destination written in Chinese characters to show a driver if needed.

Direct and Connecting Flights to Chongqing

Routes between Singapore and Chongqing change over time, so tick the Direct filter to see whether nonstop options are available for your travel dates. If not, the usual pattern is a single connection through a major Chinese hub or another regional airport, followed by a short onward flight to CKG.

When comparing connections, check whether you clear immigration at the first Chinese airport or at Chongqing, as this affects how much time you need between flights. Two separate tickets leave you exposed if the first leg runs late, so a single itinerary through to Chongqing is the safer choice.

When to Fly to Chongqing

Chongqing has a humid subtropical climate. Summers are long, hot and sticky, which is why the city is counted among China's traditional furnace cities, while winters are mild but damp and often foggy. Spring, from March to May, and autumn, from September to November, bring the most comfortable weather for walking the hilly streets.

From Singapore, demand peaks during the June and December school holidays and over Chinese New Year, when many families travel to visit relatives. China's National Day Golden Week in early October is extremely busy across domestic transport and attractions, so avoid it if you prefer quieter sightseeing. The fare chart on this page and a Price Alert help you track prices across the year.

Popular Places in Chongqing

Hongyadong

This stilted complex clings to the cliff above the Jialing River, its many storeys lit up like a lantern at night. Inside are snack stalls, shops and teahouses, and the terraces give great views of the river bridges.

Yangtze River Cableway

One of the city's signature experiences, the cable car glides high over the Yangtze between Yuzhong and the south bank. It offers a sweeping view of the skyline and the busy river traffic below.

Ciqikou Ancient Town

On the Jialing River west of the centre, this old porcelain port keeps its stone lanes, wooden buildings and traditional snack shops. Arrive early to enjoy it before the day-trip crowds.

Liziba Station

A monorail line runs straight through the middle of a residential tower block at Liziba, and a viewing platform below lets you watch trains glide in and out of the building. It captures the city's layered, vertical character perfectly.

Wulong Karst

A few hours south-east of the city, this UNESCO-listed landscape features the Three Natural Bridges, huge limestone arches spanning a deep gorge, along with caves and sinkholes. It is a popular overnight trip from Chongqing.

Where to Stay in Chongqing

Yuzhong, and in particular the area around Jiefangbei, is the most convenient base for first-time visitors, close to Hongyadong, the cableway and a dense metro network. Jiangbei, north of the Jialing River, has modern malls around Guanyinqiao and good access to the airport.

Nan'an, along the south bank of the Yangtze, is known for riverside dining and some of the best night-time skyline views. Shapingba, further west, is a lively university and shopping district that is handy for Ciqikou.

Food to Try in Chongqing

Chongqing Hotpot

The city's most famous dish is a bubbling pot of beef tallow broth loaded with dried chillies and Sichuan peppercorns. Diners cook tripe, beef, duck intestines, mushrooms and vegetables at the table. Ask for a divided pot with a milder broth if you are not used to spice.

Chongqing Xiao Mian

These small noodles are the classic Chongqing breakfast, tossed in a sauce of chilli oil, garlic, peanuts and Sichuan pepper. Many shops also offer a version topped with minced pork and peas.

Suanla Fen

Chewy sweet potato noodles in a sour and spicy broth, topped with peanuts and pickled vegetables, are a favourite street snack sold from small stalls around the city.

Laziji

Crispy fried chicken pieces buried in a mountain of dried red chillies and peppercorns are fun to dig through and pair well with a cold drink.

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