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Cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Chongqing

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the end of November. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.

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Flight Duration2 h and 40 mFlights between Shanghai and Chongqing take, on average, 2 h and 40 m minutes, but the time can vary according to other factors

Cheapest flight£63Cheapest price for a flight between Shanghai and Chongqing found by our customers in the last 72 hours

Origin airportsShanghai Pudong International AirportFor flights from Shanghai to Chongqing

Destination airportChongqing Jiangbei International AirportFor the route from Shanghai to Chongqing

High seasonMarchAccording to search data from our customers, March is the busiest time to fly from Shanghai to Chongqing

Airlines flying this routeSpring Airlines, China Eastern AirlinesAirline(s) with flights between Shanghai to Chongqing

One-way average Price£122The average price for a flight Shanghai - Chongqing at Opodo is £122, based on the price of last 6 months

Best time to bookMarchAccording to real data February is the most popular time to book a flight to Chongqing when departing from Shanghai

Exchange rate

1 GBP = 8.98 CNY

1 CNY = 0.11 GBP

Last checked on Sun 08/11

Distance: 896 mi

Shanghai airports

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)How far from city centre: 19 mi

Chongqing airports

Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)How far from city centre: 3 mi

Book your Shanghai to Chongqing flight

Search direct and connecting flights from Shanghai to Chongqing (China) with Opodo. When your results appear, sort them by timing or fare and book whichever option fits your plans best.

The cheapest fare booked on this route in recent days was £63, although the price you're shown will vary with your travel dates and departure times.

Flying non-stop from Shanghai to Chongqing takes roughly 3 h and 10 m, whereas journeys with a layover will take longer.

Airports and airlines on the Shanghai–Chongqing route

Plan your trip with confidence by checking the relevant airports and comparing the airlines that fly this route.

Departure airport: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Arrival airport: Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)

The weather in Chongqing

The best time to go may come down to the kind of weather you most enjoy. In Chongqing, temperatures average around 31ºC in the warmest months and roughly 7ºC in the coldest. Bear this in mind when deciding what to pack and planning time outdoors.

Highs: up to 33ºC
Lows: down to 6ºC
Hottest month: August
Coldest month: January
Driest month: January
Wettest month: July

Tips for cheaper flights from Shanghai to Chongqing

A few ways to bring down the cost of your flight from Shanghai to Chongqing:

Flexible dates: check fares across two or three departure days. Going a day earlier or later can make a real difference to what you pay.
Baggage allowance: see what's included in each fare before booking, so you're not stung by unexpected charges at the airport.
Airports on your route: double-check which airports you'll fly from and into, particularly if the city has more than one. It makes it easier to plan transfers and work out the full cost of getting around.

After a bigger saving? Book a Flight + Hotel package to combine the two in a single booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in Chongqing. Adding car hire to the same booking can save you money too.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Shanghai to Chongqing

On average, how much is the price of a flight from Shanghai to Chongqing?

When you fly from Shanghai to Chongqing the average price is £122. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.

How can I find cheap flights from Shanghai to Chongqing at Opodo?

The cheapest price for a flight from Shanghai to Chongqing is 63 £. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

When is the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Chongqing?

The most popular months to book a flight from Shanghai to Chongqing are March, February and June, based on the searches of our customers.

When is the best time to travel from Shanghai to Chongqing?

The best time of the year to go to Chongqing when flying from Shanghai depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, March is the top 1º month to fly to Chongqing from Shanghai in terms of searches from our customer, followed by December and September. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, February, July and August are the months with less volume of searchs for the route Shanghai - Chongqing.

How long does the flight take to go from Shanghai to Chongqing?

The total flight time between Shanghai and Chongqing is of around 2 h and 40 m on average, considering an average distance of 896 mi, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

How is the weather in Chongqing compared to Shanghai?

While in Shanghai temperatures can reach an average of 27º ºC in summer, Chongqing can experience temperatures up to 27º ºC during the hot season. In winter, however, the weather shows around 9º ºC in Chongqing, compared to the 5º ºC average in Shanghai.

Which airports have flights between Shanghai and Chongqing?

The main airport route flying between Shanghai and Chongqing is: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport(CKG). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

Which are the airlines with flights from Shanghai to Chongqing?

Airlines with direct flights departing from Shanghai to Chongqing are:

Spring Airlines.
China Eastern Airlines.
Sichuan Airlines.

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