Chongqing to Changsha flights
Changsha lies 642 km (399 mi) east of Chongqing, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 34 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 | Changsha | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 22 million | 3.1 million |
| Elevation | 289 m (948 ft) | 67 m (220 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Nearest large airport | CKG, 19 km out | CSX, 24 km out |
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 Changsha
Changsha is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX), 24 km (15 mi) from the centre, whose 12,467-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Changsha Huanghua International Airport | CSX | 24 km (15 mi) | 12,467 ft | 217 ft |
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Staying in Changsha
Our booking partner lists 377 places to stay in Changsha. Of the 350 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (125), and 38 are five-star. Guests have left 2,025 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Changsha from Chongqing?
642 km (399 mi) in a straight line, east of Chongqing.
How long does it take to get from Chongqing to Changsha by air?
About 1 h 34 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 Changsha?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Which airports are used for Chongqing to Changsha flights?
Typically Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) to Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX).
Where can I stay in Changsha?
Our booking partner lists 377 places to stay in Changsha, 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.