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Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport

Airport Code: CKG

Location: Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport is in Lianglu Town, Yubei District, about 21 kilometers (13 miles) northeast of Chongqing downtown.

Three Terminal Buildings: T1 &T2 for domestic flights; T3A for domestic & international flights

Brief Introduction & Popular Flights: Chongqing Airport is one of the five largest airports in southwest China. Nowadays, the flights can reach more than 300 domestic and international cities & regions in China, Southeast Asia, Europe and North America, including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, New York, Singapore, Tokyo...
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Passenger Guide

1. Time for Taking Flights:

→ Arrive at the airport 2-2.5 hours before flight departure

→ Close Time for Check-in: Domestic Flight: 45 mins. before take-off; International Flight: 45-60 mins. before take-off

→ Close Time for Boarding: Domestic & International Flight: 20 mins. before take-off

2. How to Travel between Jiangbei Airport & Downtown Chongqing

Airport Shuttle Bus, Metro, Taxi

Chongqing Airport Pick-up and See-Off Services: Ensure you a hassle-free transfer.

3. Transport between Terminals- For Transfer Passengers:

24 Hours Free Terminal Shuttle Bus:

Route: T2 → T1 → T3A

Boarding Sites: Gate No.4 & 7, Arrival Hall of T2; Gate No.9, L1 of T3A

Frequency: 00:00 - 04:00: 30 mins.; 04:00 - 22:30: 5 mins.; 22:30 - 24:00: 10 mins

Notice on Visa Free Policy

Passport holders of 53 countries and regions including the USA, UK, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, etc. can be granted a visa-free stay of up to 144 hours when taking an international transfer via Chongqing Jiangbei Airport.

Read details about 144-Hour Visa-Free Transit in Chongqing.

Terminal 1 of Chongqing Airport

T1 operates domestic flights.

Note: Currently, T1 is closed for interior renovation and when it will be reopen is not known yet.

Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport

Terminal 2 of Chongqing Airport

Currently, T2 only has domestic flights.

Airlines: Sichuan Airlines (3U), West Airlines (PN), China Express Airlines (G5), Spring Airlines (9C), LJ Air (LT), Suparna Airline (Y8), Lucky Air (8L), Donghai Airlines (DZ), 9 Air (AQ), Qingdao Airlines (QW), Air Guilin (GT), Air Chang’an (9H)

Terminal 3A of Chongqing Airport

T3 operates domestic and international flights.

Domestic Airlines: Air Macau (NX), Dragon Air (KA), Hong Kong Airlines (HX), China Airlines (CI), Chengdu Airlines (EU), Shanghai Airlines (FM), China United Airlines (UA), Xiamen Airlines (MF), China Southern Airlines (CZ), Chongqing Airlines (OQ), Hainan Airlines (HU), Kunming Airlines (KY), Tianjin Airlines (GS), Lucky Airlines (HO), Okay Airlines (BK), Hebei Airlines (NS), Juneyao Airlines (HO), Capital Airlines (JD), Fuzhou Airlines (FU), Air China (CA), Shenzhen Airlines (ZH), Shandong Airlines (SC), Tibet Airlines (TV)

International Airlines: Qatar Airways (QR), Asiana Airlines (OZ), Thai Smile (WE), Lion Air (JT), Maldivian Airline (Q2), Thai AirAsia (FD), Finnair (AY), Singapore Airlines (SQ)

Chongqing Airport Transportation

Facilities & Services of Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport

Service Center: Gate No.5, Departure Hall of T2

Train Ticket Counter: Gate No. 2 & 6, Domestic Arrival Hall of T2

Baggage Packing: Nearby the entrance of Departure Hall

Left Luggage: Behind Check-in 2E and 2C Departure Hall, 3F of T2

Smoking Room: Next to Boarding Gate A10, A12, B08 and C08, T2

Nursery Room: South area, 3F, Departure Hall; between Boarding Gate 04 and 05; near Boarding Gate B08 and C08, T2

Money Exchange: Gate No.4, Arrival Hall of T2

Banks:
Construction Bank: North Side of Departure Hall of T2
Bank of Communications & CITIC Bank: Gate No.3, Arrival Hall of T2
Minsheng Bank: Gate No.5, T2B Area
Agricultural Bank of China: Island 2E, Departure Hall of T2B
Industrial and Commercial Bank: South Side of Island 2E, Departure Hall of T2B

Parking Lot: The parking lot is in front of T2. It charges CNY5 for first hour for small car and charges extra CNY2 per hour if it is over one hour.

Business Center: East of Check-in 2C and 2E Area, 3F, T2

Changing Room: North and South Areas, Luggage Claim Hall, T2

Medical Service Room: The clinic provides first-aid treatment, serves first-aid medicine and daily medicines.
Location: Next to Boarding Gate No. A12; East of Gate No.7 Arrival Hall T2B

Hourly Lounges: In the south of Main Gallery, 2F of T2

- Last updated on Jun. 03, 2024 -

Questions & Answers on Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport

Asked by andrea from ITALY | Nov. 15, 2024 09:33

Tourist Sim Card

Where can I buy a chinese sim card at the airport after landing? Thanks

Answers (1)

Answered by Rita | Nov. 17, 2024 18:15

Yes, there is the China Mobile on 4F, T3.

Asked by Tomas from SLOVAKIA | Oct. 01, 2024 05:30

Layover time

Hi!

My flight will arrive from BP at 5 am and I will have a connection flight to Shenzen at 7 am from where I will flight to Thailand. I need to apply for visa free application. Will be enough time for me to get through the application process and everything to get my flight to Shenzen?

Thank you in advance.

Answers (1)

Answered by Daniel | Oct. 08, 2024 01:14

Maybe enough if you do not need to collect your luggage.

Asked by Goldspark from MALAYSIA | Jun. 01, 2024 15:05

Any place to rest at airport during midnight?

I will be arriving at Chongqing Airport at 1:20am. Is there any place to rest till public transport starts? Pls tell if it is charged and free. Pls show location.

Answers (1)

Answered by Keith | Jun. 03, 2024 00:48

There are sleep chambers near Exit 7 of T3, and it may cost CNY 80-150.

Asked by Vincent from SINGAPORE | May. 10, 2024 08:10

Pls advise

my first time to Chongqing. my flight is 8am departure from the airport
by what time must reach airport ?
pls advise is the any train that operate in the morning to reach airport ?
or is there any hotel very near to the airport which have transport services from hotel to airport ? if yes, can you recommend.

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Answered by Randy | May. 10, 2024 20:55

If you take domestic flight, you need to arrive before 06:00, 2 hours in advance, if international flight, arrive before 05:00, 3 hours in advance. I'm afraid no public transportation available that match your arrival time.
Hotel near the airport providing pick-up service: 7 Days Inn

Asked by Alex from GERMANY | Feb. 14, 2024 23:37

restaurant opening hours

How long are the restaurants open in T3?
I have a flight at 1:50 am and afraid of getting no drinks and food

Answers (1)

Answered by Olivia | Feb. 18, 2024 19:36

Don't worry. There are passengers, there is service. But it's true some of the restaurants will be closed around midnight.