Direct (nonstop) flights from Xining to Chongqing

3 airlines fly nonstop from Xining Caojiabu Airport (XNN) to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG). It's 539 miles (868 km), about 2h 5m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, Tibet Airlines.

XNN
Xining Caojiabu Airport
🇨🇳 Xining, China
CKG
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport
🇨🇳 Chongqing, China
Flight Time
2h 5m
Distance
539 mi
868 km
CO₂/pax
100 kg
−92 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Sichuan Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Xiamen Airlines Xiamen Airlines Tibet Airlines Tibet Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
XNN → CKG
Flight Time
2h 5m
Distance
539 mi
Xiamen Airlines MF Xiamen Airlines
Route
XNN → CKG
Flight Time
2h 5m
Distance
539 mi
Tibet Airlines TV Tibet Airlines
Route
XNN → CKG
Flight Time
2h 5m
Distance
539 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Xining to Chongqing with one stop · direct emits 100 kg CO₂ per passenger

XNN ENY (Yan'an) CKG
Leg 1: 1h 15m (413 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (493 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 192 kg CO₂ (+92% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XNN → ENY
1h 15m · 413 mi
View XNN to ENY flights →
Leg 2
ENY → CKG
1h 30m · 493 mi
View ENY to CKG flights →
XNN ZHY (Zhongwei) CKG
Leg 1: 55m (186 mi) Leg 2: 2h (547 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 161 kg CO₂ (+61% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XNN → ZHY
55m · 186 mi
View XNN to ZHY flights →
Leg 2
ZHY → CKG
2h · 547 mi
View ZHY to CKG flights →
XNN INC (Yinchuan) CKG
Leg 1: 1h 10m (269 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (593 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 185 kg CO₂ (+85% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XNN → INC
1h 10m · 269 mi
View XNN to INC flights →
Leg 2
INC → CKG
1h 55m · 593 mi
View INC to CKG flights →
XNN XIY (Xian) CKG
Leg 1: 1h 30m (405 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (348 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 164 kg CO₂ (+64% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XNN → XIY
1h 30m · 405 mi
View XNN to XIY flights →
Leg 2
XIY → CKG
1h 40m · 348 mi
View XIY to CKG flights →
XNN DSN (Dongsheng) CKG
Leg 1: 1h 25m (473 mi) Leg 2: 2h (698 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 242 kg CO₂ (+142% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XNN → DSN
1h 25m · 473 mi
View XNN to DSN flights →
Leg 2
DSN → CKG
2h · 698 mi
View DSN to CKG flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Xining to Chongqing?

A nonstop flight from Xining (XNN) to Chongqing (CKG) takes approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 539 miles (868 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Xining to Chongqing?

3 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, Tibet Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Xining to Chongqing?

Yes. 3 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, Tibet Airlines.

How far is Xining from Chongqing?

The flight distance from Xining to Chongqing is 539 miles (868 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Xining to Chongqing?

At 2h 5m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Xining to Chongqing?

Roughly 100 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 500 km.

Is the return flight from Chongqing to Xining also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

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

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Xining Caojiabu Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.