Flying from Melbourne to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG): What you need to know
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport is located in Chongqing. The city operates on the UTC+8 timezone and is three hours behind Melbourne.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to CKG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Popular months like December or other peak periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to CKG. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
68% of flights that depart Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can get to AVV from central Melbourne in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Unwind before your Melbourne to CKG flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can jump out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 80% of them landing as expected.
About Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near CKG instead:
You'll find CKG at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Getting from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) to central Chongqing
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport is around 31 kilometres from the centre of Chongqing. It takes around 40 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)
At the moment, ₹ 29,994 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 50,748. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to CKG if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)
February is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG), while January is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Chongqing based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Melbourne to CKG plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chongqing to range from 20ºC to 37ºC.
January has temperatures of between 0ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chongqing
Start your Chongqing trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Three Gorges of Yangtze River in Chongqing and Night View of Mountain City are just two of the major attractions to add to your Chongqing itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Night Tour Of Jialing River And Yangtze River.
Explore more of China
You've visited Chongqing, now it's time to discover more of China. Journey around 257 kilometres west to Chengdu to tick off its top sights. From Tianfu Panda Tower to Kuanzhai Alley and Chun Xi Road, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 129 kilometres northwest of Chongqing, Nanchong is another essential stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area, Xishan Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area.