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When you fly from Birmingham to Chongqing with Qatar Airways, every detail is carefully designed to make your journey exceptional from the moment you board. Experience renowned hospitality as our attentive cabin crew welcomes you, ensuring you are well cared for throughout your flight. Step into a modern aircraft interior, where spacious seating and elegant design create a relaxing atmosphere. Settle in and explore Oryx One, our award-winning in-flight entertainment system, offering thousands of movies, TV shows and games. Whether you prefer a light snack or full-course meal, enjoy a menu of gourmet cuisine, freshly prepared and inspired by global flavours. With plush pillows, soft blankets and luxury amenity kits, you can rest in unmatched comfort and arrive feeling refreshed.
Birmingham International Airport offers a seamless start to your journey from the heart of the UK midlands. Located just five miles from the country’s second-largest city, this modern and expanding airport provides excellent customer experience and convenient access.
Getting here is straightforward, whether you choose rail, road or taxi. The free Air-Rail monorail links the airport directly to Birmingham International railway station in just two minutes. Buses frequently run to and from New Street station in the city centre. If you are driving, you have a choice of short, medium, and long-stay parking options, with the long-stay car parks conveniently connected to the terminal via shuttle bus. Taxis are also readily available.
Once inside the main Departures area, please allow ample time for check-in and security procedures, as the airport is very busy. BHX is business-passenger friendly, featuring a dedicated business centre with meeting rooms. Stay connected easily with free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal. You can browse a selection of travel and luxury goods, including Duty Free items, before your flight. For your comfort, a multi-faith prayer room and baby-changing facilities are provided, alongside various food and drink vendors offering local and international cuisine.
Chongqing, the Mountain City, is a truly dynamic metropolis in Southwest China that's famous for its unique geography and rapid development. Built dramatically on steep hills at the confluence of the Yangtze and Jialing Rivers, the cityscape is a marvel of multi-layered urban design.
Be captivated by stunning architectural features, such as the monorail that runs directly through residential buildings, a testament to the city's innovative planning. Immerse yourself in the city’s rich Bayu culture and history by exploring the charming, preserved alleyways and ancient centres. While you're there, you must sample the region’s most iconic culinary delight: the fiery and flavourful Chongqing hotpot, famed for its distinct spicy-numb sensation.
To admire remarkable visuals, visit the stilt building complex of Hongya Cave. It glows with dazzling colours after dark, providing a perfect photo opportunity. Be sure to take a ride on the Yangtze River Cableway for a breath-taking, aerial outlook of the city's towering skyline and the rivers below.
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