Chongqing to Lanzhou flights
Lanzhou lies 766 km (476 mi) north 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 44 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 | Lanzhou | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 22 million | 4.4 million |
| Elevation | 289 m (948 ft) | 1,521 m (4,990 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Nearest large airport | CKG, 19 km out | LHW, 55 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 Lanzhou
Lanzhou is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW), 55 km (34 mi) from the centre, whose 13,123-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport | LHW | 55 km (34 mi) | 13,123 ft | 6,388 ft |
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Staying in Lanzhou
Our booking partner lists 89 places to stay in Lanzhou. Of the 80 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (28), and 2 are five-star. Guests have left 278 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Lanzhou from Chongqing?
766 km (476 mi) in a straight line, north of Chongqing.
How long does it take to get from Chongqing to Lanzhou by air?
About 1 h 44 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 Lanzhou?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Which airports are used for Chongqing to Lanzhou flights?
Typically Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) to Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW).
Where can I stay in Lanzhou?
Our booking partner lists 89 places to stay in Lanzhou, 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.