Chongqing to Shahrisabz flights
Shahrisabz lies 3,766 km (2,340 mi) north-west of Chongqing, -3 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 5 h 35 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.
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| Chongqing | Shahrisabz | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | Uzbekistan |
| Population | 22 million | 142,700 |
| Elevation | 289 m (948 ft) | 631 m (2,070 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+5 (Asia/Samarkand) |
| Nearest large airport | CKG, 19 km out | SKD, 73 km out |
Clocks in Shahrisabz are 3 h behind Chongqing right now, so a 5 h 35 min journey lands only 2 h 35 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Shahrisabz
Crossing from China into Uzbekistan: money changes from the Yuan Renminbi to the Som (UZS); sockets are AS/NZS 3112, Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +998; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
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 Shahrisabz
Shahrisabz is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Samarkand International Airport (SKD), 73 km (45 mi) from the centre, whose 10,187-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samarkand International Airport | SKD | 73 km (45 mi) | 10,187 ft | 2,224 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Shahrisabz from Chongqing?
3,766 km (2,340 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Chongqing.
How long does it take to get from Chongqing to Shahrisabz by air?
About 5 h 35 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 Shahrisabz?
Shahrisabz is 3 h behind at the moment (Asia/Samarkand against Asia/Shanghai).
Which airports are used for Chongqing to Shahrisabz flights?
Typically Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) to Samarkand International Airport (SKD).
What currency do I need in Shahrisabz?
The Som (UZS).
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.