Colombo to Kunming (CMB–KMG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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MU China Eastern
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Colombo to Kunming
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 1,962 mi 4h 45m nonstop +2.5h ahead 11 1-stop hubs

CMB–KMG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,962 miles in approximately 4h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 11 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop CMB–KMG service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MU China Eastern Airlines 7 738 4h45 – SkyTeam –
Aircraft on this route
738 Boeing 737-800 – MU
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: MU (7 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, CMB to KMG direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
7
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CMB to KMG.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
11
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~24h
Longest
DMK ~6h 45m BKK ~15h 18m HKG ~16h 33m CKG ~16h 38m MLE ~17h 17m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
753
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2.5h
Kunming is 2.5 hours ahead of Colombo.
CMB: +0530 · KMG: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Colombo, it's 8.5:00 PM in Kunming.
Distance & Flight Time
1,962 mi / 3,157 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 45m.
Getting from KMG

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 Climate

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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

CMB–KMG Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Colombo to Kunming route.
Route details
Distance1,962 mi / 3,157 km
Flight time4h 45m
Time difference+2.5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out / 7 return
1-stop connections11 hubs
Origin: CMB
Full nameBandaranaike International Colombo Airport
IATA / ICAOCMB / VCBI
TimezoneAsia/Colombo
Passengers/yr8.8M
Elevation30 ft / 9 m
Destination: KMG
Full nameKunming Changshui International Airport
IATA / ICAOKMG / ZPPP
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr47.1M
Elevation6,903 ft / 2,104 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CMB to KMG flights.
Nonstop flights from Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport take approximately 4h 45m. The route covers 1,962 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: China Eastern Airlines.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from CMB to KMG. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DMK, BKK, HKG, CKG, MLE, SIN, PVG, KUL, DXB, CAN and ICN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Kunming is 2.5 hours ahead of Colombo.
Yes, return flights from KMG to CMB are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from CMB to KMG

Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB) and Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

CMB to KMG Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CMB to KMG ranges from 4 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,962 miles (3,157 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

11 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via DMK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.