Flying from Taiyuan Airport (TYN) to Chongqing Airport (CKG): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Taiyuan Airport to Chongqing Airport.
Taiyuan and Chongqing are in the same timezone, UTC+8.
Choose from 63 weekly Taiyuan Airport to Chongqing Airport flights. The 06:40 departure with Kunming Airlines is the earliest you can take. Sichuan Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 23:55.
Give yourself enough time to make your TYN to CKG flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
There are direct flights from Taiyuan Airport to Chongqing Airport, so getting to Chongqing (and then exploring more of China!) is simple. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Shandong Airlines.
With an impressive 91.03% of services arriving as planned, China West Air has the best on-time record for TYN to CKG flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taiyuan Airport (TYN) to Chongqing Airport (CKG)
Currently, R 1,473 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Taiyuan Airport to Chongqing Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,675. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from TYN to CKG, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Taiyuan Airport to Chongqing Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Taiyuan Airport (TYN)
You'll find TYN at Airport Special Line.
Taiyuan Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 86% of flights that depart TYN arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To reach Taiyuan Airport from central Taiyuan, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near TYN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Taiyuan Airport to Chongqing Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Chongqing Airport (CKG)
If you're landing on a late Taiyuan Airport to Chongqing Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near CKG:
Drive into your next adventure with a Chongqing Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Chongqing that most tourists miss.
Increase the odds of scoring a great deal by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Chongqing Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a good move.
Getting from Chongqing Airport (CKG) to central Chongqing
You'll find CKG at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Chongqing Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from central Chongqing. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Chongqing Airport (CKG)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Taiyuan Airport to Chongqing Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Chongqing. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Chongqing is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Taiyuan Airport to Chongqing Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from TYN to CKG in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of China
You've seen Chongqing, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Journey about 257 kilometres north-west to Chengdu to check off its leading attractions. From Tianfu Panda Tower to Jinli Ancient Street and Sichuan Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Nanchong is another favourite destination in China and is around 145 kilometres north of Chongqing. No journey is complete without dropping by Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area, Xishan Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area.