Direct (nonstop) flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Chongqing

2 airlines fly nonstop from Tansonnhat International (SGN) to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG). It's 1,301 miles (2,093 km), about 3h 30m in the air. Operated by Air China, Chongqing Airlines.

SGN
Tansonnhat International
🇻🇳 Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam
CKG
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport
🇨🇳 Chongqing, China
Flight Time
3h 30m
Distance
1,301 mi
2,093 km
CO₂/pax
220 kg
−47 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Air China +1
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Air China Air China Chongqing Airlines Chongqing Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air China CA Air China
Route
SGN → CKG
Flight Time
3h 30m
Distance
1,301 mi
Chongqing Airlines OQ Chongqing Airlines
Route
SGN → CKG
Flight Time
3h 30m
Distance
1,301 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Chongqing with one stop · direct emits 220 kg CO₂ per passenger

SGN HAN (Hanoi) CKG
Leg 1: 2h 10m (717 mi) Leg 2: 2h (587 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 267 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → HAN
2h 10m · 717 mi
View SGN to HAN flights →
Leg 2
HAN → CKG
2h · 587 mi
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SGN VTE (Vientiane) CKG
Leg 1: 1h 45m (564 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (848 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 286 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → VTE
1h 45m · 564 mi
View SGN to VTE flights →
Leg 2
VTE → CKG
2h 25m · 848 mi
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SGN NNG (Nanning) CKG
Leg 1: 2h 25m (817 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (498 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 268 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → NNG
2h 25m · 817 mi
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Leg 2
NNG → CKG
1h 45m · 498 mi
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SGN HAK (Haikou) CKG
Leg 1: 1h 55m (676 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (715 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 282 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → HAK
1h 55m · 676 mi
View SGN to HAK flights →
Leg 2
HAK → CKG
2h 20m · 715 mi
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SGN KTI (Phnom Penh) CKG
Leg 1: 55m (124 mi) Leg 2: 3h 35m (1,268 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 262 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SGN → KTI
55m · 124 mi
View SGN to KTI flights →
Leg 2
KTI → CKG
3h 35m · 1,268 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Chongqing?

A nonstop flight from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Chongqing (CKG) takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 1,301 miles (2,093 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Ho Chi Minh City to Chongqing?

2 airlines: Air China, Chongqing Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Chongqing?

Yes. 2 airlines: Air China, Chongqing Airlines.

How far is Ho Chi Minh City from Chongqing?

The flight distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Chongqing is 1,301 miles (2,093 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What is the time difference between Ho Chi Minh City and Chongqing?

Chongqing is 1 hour behind Ho Chi Minh City. (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh vs Asia/Shanghai.)

What type of aircraft flies from Ho Chi Minh City to Chongqing?

At 3h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Viet Nam to China?

Depends on your passport. Check with the China embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Chongqing?

Roughly 220 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,100 km.

Is the return flight from Chongqing to Ho Chi Minh City 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 Ho Chi Minh City 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 Tansonnhat International for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.