Chongqing to Kunming (CKG–KMG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
CKG–KMG is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, Redhill Aviation and West Air lead the route. The flight covers 391 miles in approximately 1h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines Also: 3U | 21 | 320, 738 | 1h35-1h40 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| 8L Redhill Aviation | 7 | 737 | 1h35 | – | – | – |
| PN West Air | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Kunming from Chongqing
| Metric | CKG→KMG | LZO→KMG | JIQ→KMG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CKG | – | 85 mi | 132 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 42 | 11 | 6 |
| Flight time | 1h 35m | 1h 15m | 1h 50m |
Travel Essentials
CKG: CST · KMG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Chongqing, it's 6:00 PM in Kunming.
Chongqing Metro Line 10 runs directly to T3A (the main international and domestic terminal) in 35–45 minutes from Jiaochangkou (city centre), costing ¥6–8. Line 3 also connects to the airport with a transfer. T3B links internally to T3A; check if your terminal is within the same building before choosing a route.Airport shuttle buses serve multiple city zones including Chaotianmen, Guanyinqiao, and Shapingba (¥20–30, 40–70 min). Taxis from the Jiefangbei area cost ¥60–90 and take 40–60 minutes depending on expressway conditions. DiDi is widely available.
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.
CKG–KMG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CKG to KMG
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) and Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines, Redhill Aviation and West Air. With 42 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CKG to KMG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CKG to KMG is about 1 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 391 miles (629 km). There are approximately 42 weekly flights outbound and 42 return, totaling 84 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Wenshan Puzhehei, Dehong Mangshi and Xishuangbanna Gasa. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Luzhou (Yunlong) (LZO), Qianjiang (JIQ) and Chengdu (Jianyang) (TFU).