On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the Chongqing — Zhangye route. The distance between the cities is 1,180 km, and flights are operated approximately once a week.
Flights on this route are operated by GS. As ticket prices depend on the season and demand, we recommend using the low-price calendar and checking in advance how to get to the departure airport and organizing a transfer in Zhangye upon arrival.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Chongqing — Zhangye by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $260 in y, and the most expensive are around $441 in e. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Chongqing → Zhangye, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $122 | medium | May | $122 | medium | Sep | $135 | high |
| Feb | $122 | medium | Jun | $135 | high | Oct | $135 | high |
| Mar | $103 | low | Jul | $148 | high | Nov | $96 | low |
| Apr | $109 | medium | Aug | $148 | high | Dec | $96 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Zhangye is characterized by distinct seasonality: the warmest month is July with an average temperature of 28.4°C, while the coldest is January, when temperatures drop to -13.6°C. Rainfall peaks in August, although dry and clear weather persists for most of the year.
According to available data, the most affordable tickets are offered in August, starting $398. In September and October, a slight increase in cost is observed, with minimum fares starting $434 and $442 respectively.
September can be considered the optimal time for a flight — it is a great compromise between comfortable air temperatures and low rainfall. It is better to avoid the winter months due to extremely low temperatures, which can complicate logistics.
Regular flights on the Chongqing — Zhangye route are operated by Tianjin Airlines (GS). Currently, there is approximately one flight per week, which requires careful planning of your travel dates. A detailed schedule, departure times, and available flight options are presented in the list below.
Flights Chongqing — Zhangye depart from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport and arrive at Zhangye Ganzhou Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate direct flight time is about 1 hour and 40 minutes, considering the 1,180 km distance between the cities.
The main carrier on this route is GS (Tianjin Airlines).
Yes, there are direct flights on the route; however, their frequency is limited to approximately one departure per week.
Airfares are dynamic and depend on the season. You can always check the current minimum for specific dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights from Chongqing arrive at Zhangye Airport (YZY).
The most favorable fares are usually available when booking 1–2 months before the planned travel date.
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