Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Chongqing?

Flights from San Francisco to Chongqing usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Chongqing Jiangbei Intl (CKG).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Chongqing?

Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Chongqing: • Economy Class • Premium Economy Class • Business Class

Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Chongqing pass through?

One-stop flights from San Francisco to Chongqing most commonly connect through: • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 60% of one-stop connections • Beijing Capital (PEK) - 21% of one-stop connections • Wuhan (WUH) - 11% of one-stop connections • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) - 6% of one-stop connections Hong Kong Intl (HKG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Chongqing?

On the San Francisco to Chongqing route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 53%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $801 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,681: a $880 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Chongqing?

Some of the most popular sights in Chongqing are Jiefangbei Square, Hongya Cave and Chongqing Fairy Mountain. These are among the most viewed places in Chongqing on KAYAK.

How expensive are last-minute San Francisco to Chongqing flights?

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 22% above the route average of $1,222. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

How long is a flight from San Francisco to Chongqing?

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Chongqing takes 0h 00m, covering 6,804 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Chongqing?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

How are flight prices from San Francisco to Chongqing looking right now?

One-way fares from San Francisco to Chongqing are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $563, which is 5% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Chongqing?

Flying via Beijing Capital (PEK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 18h 10m, compared with 18h 28m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and 18h 41m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Chongqing?

Chongqing is 15 hours ahead of San Francisco (China Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Chongqing flight?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Chongqing range from $871 to $1,717, with an average of $1,222 over the past 12 months. Anything below $871 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Chongqing?

China Southern ($885) and China Eastern ($921) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Chongqing according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Chongqing?

Hong Kong Intl (HKG) is the most popular layover for the San Francisco to Chongqing route. 60% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via HKG.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Chongqing?

Flights via Wuhan (WUH) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $887. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Francisco to Chongqing which airport offers the shortest layover?

Beijing Capital (PEK) had the shortest average connection time for San Francisco to Chongqing layovers at 595 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $871-$1,717

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Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Dec 17

4:51 pm - 1:55 pmSFO San Francisco-CKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

30h 04m2 stops Los Angeles Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

3:00 pm - 11:24 pmCKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl-SFO San Francisco

24h 24m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Los Angeles

$824Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Oct 4

6:59 pm - 12:05 amSFO San Francisco-CKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

38h 06m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong

1:00 pm - 9:05 amCKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl-SFO San Francisco

35h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$860Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Oct 4

12:35 am - 10:10 amSFO San Francisco-CKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

18h 35m1 stop Wuhan

11:55 pm - 8:40 pmCKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl-SFO San Francisco

35h 45m1 stop Wuhan

$885China Southern

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26

7:10 am - 11:45 amSFO San Francisco-CKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

37h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong

7:25 am - 10:00 amCKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl-SFO San Francisco

17h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$921China Eastern

Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Dec 17

1:00 pm - 12:15 amSFO San Francisco-CKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

20h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

7:25 am - 9:00 amCKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl-SFO San Francisco

17h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$930China Eastern

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Dec 14

11:35 pm - 4:00 pmSFO San Francisco-CKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

24h 25m2 stops Wuhan Guangzhou Baiyun

1:10 pm - 7:40 pmCKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl-SFO San Francisco

22h 30m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

$960China Southern

Mon, Dec 28 - Mon, Jan 18

10:55 pm - 4:00 pmSFO San Francisco-CKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

25h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

11:50 am - 9:15 pmCKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl-SFO San Francisco

25h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,000Cathay Pacific

Tue, Jan 26 - Sun, Feb 14

10:55 pm - 10:35 amSFO San Francisco-CKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

19h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

5:15 pm - 9:15 pmCKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl-SFO San Francisco

20h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,011Cathay Pacific

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5:42 pm - 10:40 amSFO San Francisco-CKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

24h 58m2 stops Los Angeles Beijing Capital

8:15 pm - 9:30 amCKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl-SFO San Francisco

29h 15m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,114Air China

Fri, Jan 8 - Fri, Jan 29

12:00 pm - 10:40 amSFO San Francisco-CKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

30h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Beijing Capital

4:15 pm - 11:04 pmCKG Chongqing Jiangbei Intl-SFO San Francisco

22h 49m2 stops Beijing Capital Los Angeles

$1,163Air China

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Chongqing?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Chongqing, it is 35% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 37% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Chongqing?

January is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Chongqing at $709 round-trip.
June ($1,742) and November ($1,724) are the most expensive months.
The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 145% on average.

This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San Francisco to Chongqing the cheapest?

Flights from San Francisco to Chongqing are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 50% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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High season	May
Cheapest flight	$454

Best time to beat the crowds with an average 42% drop in price.

Most popular time to fly with an average 29% increase in price.

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Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Chongqing?
Flights from San Francisco to Chongqing usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Chongqing Jiangbei Intl (CKG).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Chongqing?
Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Chongqing:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Chongqing pass through?
One-stop flights from San Francisco to Chongqing most commonly connect through:

• Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 60% of one-stop connections
• Beijing Capital (PEK) - 21% of one-stop connections
• Wuhan (WUH) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) - 6% of one-stop connections

Hong Kong Intl (HKG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Chongqing?
On the San Francisco to Chongqing route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 53%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $801 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,681: a $880 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What popular places can I visit in Chongqing?
Some of the most popular sights in Chongqing are Jiefangbei Square, Hongya Cave and Chongqing Fairy Mountain. These are among the most viewed places in Chongqing on KAYAK.
How expensive are last-minute San Francisco to Chongqing flights?
Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 22% above the route average of $1,222. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
How long is a flight from San Francisco to Chongqing?
A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Chongqing takes 0h 00m, covering 6,804 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Chongqing?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How are flight prices from San Francisco to Chongqing looking right now?
One-way fares from San Francisco to Chongqing are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $563, which is 5% above the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Chongqing?
Flying via Beijing Capital (PEK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 18h 10m, compared with 18h 28m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and 18h 41m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Chongqing?
Chongqing is 15 hours ahead of San Francisco (China Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Chongqing flight?
Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Chongqing range from $871 to $1,717, with an average of $1,222 over the past 12 months. Anything below $871 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $801 - about $880 less than Friday (52% savings) based on the last 12 months.
For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 50% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Chongqing trip for January. Fares historically average $709 round-trip in that month - typically $1,033 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chongqing Jiangbei Intl Airport.
- Ourland Hotel
- Yueyou Hotel Chongqing Airport
- Xinhua Hotel (Chongqing Jiangbei Airport)

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