Chongqing to Adelaide flights
Adelaide lies 7,919 km (4,920 mi) south-east of Chongqing, +1.5 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 10 h 54 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Chongqing | Adelaide | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | Australia |
| Population | 22 million | 1.5 million |
| Elevation | 289 m (948 ft) | 59 m (194 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+9:30 (Australia/Adelaide) |
| Nearest large airport | CKG, 19 km out | ADL, 6 km out |
Clocks in Adelaide are 1 h 30 min ahead of Chongqing right now, so a 10 h 54 min journey lands 12 h 24 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Adelaide
Crossing from China into Australia: money changes from the Yuan Renminbi to the Dollar (AUD); traffic switches to the left; sockets are AS/NZS 3112; the dialling code becomes +61; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q2806478.
Airports at each end
Leaving Chongqing
Chongqing is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG), 19 km (12 mi) from the centre, whose 12,467-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Adelaide
Adelaide is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Adelaide International Airport (ADL), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, whose 10,171-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide International Airport | ADL | 6 km (4 mi) | 10,171 ft | 20 ft |
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Staying in Adelaide
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Common questions
How far is Adelaide from Chongqing?
7,919 km (4,920 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Chongqing.
How long does it take to get from Chongqing to Adelaide by air?
About 10 h 54 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chongqing and Adelaide?
Adelaide is 1 h 30 min ahead at the moment (Australia/Adelaide against Asia/Shanghai).
Which airports are used for Chongqing to Adelaide flights?
Typically Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) to Adelaide International Airport (ADL).
What currency do I need in Adelaide?
The Dollar (AUD).
Where can I stay in Adelaide?
Our booking partner lists 490 places to stay in Adelaide, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.