Baotou to Kunming (BAV–KMG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BAV–KMG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Ruili Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,142 miles in approximately 2h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 13 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DR Ruili Airlines | 3 | 73H | 2h55 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Kunming from Baotou
| Metric | BAV→KMG | DSN→KMG | HET→KMG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BAV | – | 74 mi | 98 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 3 | 13 | 10 |
| Flight time | 2h 55m | 3h 10m | 3h 15m |
Travel Essentials
BAV: CST · KMG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Baotou, it's 6:00 PM in Kunming.
Metro Line 6 connects central Kunming; journey to Guangfu Road takes 40–55 minutes (¥6–8), running 6am to 11pm. Transfer at Guangfu Road for Lines 1 and 3 to reach most city areas. Road travel runs long in traffic; the metro avoids that.Taxis from the airport to the city centre cost ¥60–90 and should use the meter. Airport express coaches run to major hotels (¥25–30). Car rental is available at the airport. Kunming is a major domestic hub for Yunnan province; many travelers use it as a gateway to Southeast Asian destinations.
Kunming sits at 1,895m elevation and has one of China's most temperate climates. Nicknamed the "Spring City." Year-round temperatures are mild (8–25°C) and rarely extreme.
Wet season (June–October) brings afternoon monsoon showers, which can cause delays but rarely severe disruptions. The airport's high elevation means thinner air affects aircraft performance in summer heat. Winter (December–February) is dry and sunny. Fog is uncommon.
BAV–KMG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BAV to KMG
Baotou Donghe International Airport (BAV) and Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) are connected by nonstop service from Ruili Airlines. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
BAV to KMG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BAV to KMG ranges from 2 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,142 miles (1,839 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
13 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via CSX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Ordos (DSN), Hohhot (HET) and Yulin (UYN).