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June 20 - June 23

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

PVG - Chongqing

$303

$197

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June 20 - June 25

Cheapest

Earliest

PVG - Chongqing

$288

$197

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June 22 - June 25

Best

PVG - Chongqing

$291

$199

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June 22 - June 30

PVG - Chongqing

$262

$200

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June 20 - June 30

Earliest

PVG - Chongqing

$256

$200

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June 22 - June 26

PVG - Chongqing

$289

$205

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June 20 - June 24

Earliest

PVG - Chongqing

$301

$205

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June 20 - July 1

Earliest

PVG - Chongqing

$252

$205

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June 20 - June 26

Earliest

PVG - Chongqing

$272

$205

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June 22 - June 27

PVG - Chongqing

$277

$205

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Insights for flights from Shanghai to Chongqing

A typical journey from Shanghai to Chongqing takes about 2h 55m including connections. This route covers a distance of 1461 km, classifying it as a short-haul flight. Given that almost all itineraries are non-stop, this median journey time largely reflects direct flight durations.

When looking for cheap flights from Shanghai to Chongqing, right now fares are below the typical level, with 51% of recent fares classified as a good price. Prices typically range from $131–$255, with a median of $159. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find favorable prices.

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Chongqing is often in May, with a median fare of $132. June also offers competitive prices, with a median of $136. While July sees a slight increase, its median fare remains reasonable at $169.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Chongqing

Regular price: $241 - $335

Prices are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Shanghai to Chongqing typically range from $241 to $335. The current lowest deal is $197 with Shanghai Airlines, for travel from Jun 20-Jun 23.

now $197

Low $241

High $335

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Chongqing

Flights from Shanghai to Chongqing are cheapest in May, with a median price of $132. The most expensive month to fly is February, with a median price of $607. Prices are generally lower from March to September.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $132

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $607

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Direct flights from Shanghai to Chongqing

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Chongqing

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chongqing

Shanghai (PVG) - Chongqing (CKG)

China Eastern Airlines

$252

$208

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chongqing

Shanghai (PVG) - Chongqing (CKG)

China Eastern Airlines

$303

$209

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chongqing

Shanghai (PVG) - Chongqing (CKG)

China Eastern Airlines

$272

$209

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chongqing

Shanghai (PVG) - Chongqing (CKG)

China Eastern Airlines

$301

$218

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chongqing

Shanghai (PVG) - Chongqing (CKG)

Shanghai Airlines

$303

$197

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chongqing

Shanghai (PVG) - Chongqing (CKG)

Shanghai Airlines

$288

$197

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Shanghai to Chongqing

4 nights

Jun 21 - Jun 25

$353 → $216

39%

2 nights

Jun 21 - Jun 23

$356 → $225

37%

3 nights

Jun 20 - Jun 23

$303 → $197

35%

4 nights

Jun 20 - Jun 24

$301 → $205

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Chongqing

Shanghai - Chongqing route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Shanghai to Chongqing are below the typical level, with a median price of $159.

📅 Best time to fly

May is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, May is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Chongqing, with a median price of $132.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 55m

Direct flights from Shanghai to Chongqing typically take 2 hours and 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

90.5% of recent deals are direct

90.5% of recent deals for this route are for direct flights, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Spring Airlines is one airline that offers direct flights from Shanghai to Chongqing.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Chongqing are frequent, with over 1 deal per day.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Consider Shanghai Pudong International for flights to Chongqing, offering competitive prices for your journey.

📍 ~35 km from Shanghai city center (reachable by car or metro).

💸 Flights from ~$197

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International is a convenient option for flights from Shanghai to Chongqing.

📍 ~15 km from Shanghai city center (reachable by car or metro).

💸 Flights from ~$197

Chongqing main airports to arrive at

Chongqing Jiangbei International (CKG)

Cheapest

Chongqing Jiangbei International is a key arrival airport for flights from Shanghai to Chongqing.

📍 ~21 km from Chongqing city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$142

Airports nearby Chongqing used as alternative

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

Cheapest

This major international hub offers a vast network of flights and excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Chongqing.

📍 ~270 km from Chongqing (reachable by high-speed rail and local transit)

💸 Flights from ~$167

Nanchong Gaoping (NAO)

One of the closest regional airports to Chongqing, providing alternative domestic connections.

📍 ~50 km from Chongqing (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$244

Luzhou Yunlong (LZO)

Geographically close to the southwestern border of Chongqing, useful for travelers in western districts.

📍 ~130 km from Chongqing (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$411

Wanzhou Wuqiao (WXN)

Located within the Chongqing municipality, serving the northeastern region and Three Gorges area.

📍 ~180 km from Chongqing (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$227

Zunyi Xinzhou (ZYI)

An alternative for travelers in southern Chongqing near the Guizhou border, offering different regional flight patterns.

📍 ~190 km from Chongqing (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$209

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chongqing

Historically, the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Chongqing are typically found when booking 28-59 days in advance. The average price for this booking window has been around $157. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees an average price of $174, while booking 60+ days out has an average price of $363. Planning your trip within the optimal 28-59 day window can help secure a more economical fare.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Shanghai to Chongqing is considered to be $131 or less. The median price for this route during the trailing 90 days was $159. Fares can go up to $255 or more, so aiming for prices at or below the $131 threshold typically represents a good value for travelers on this route.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to Chongqing are May and June. In May, the median price was $132, and in June, it was $136. July typically sees higher prices, with a median of $169. The annual median price for this route is $159, indicating that May and June offer more budget-friendly options compared to other times of the year.

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