Dali (Xiaguan) to Kunming (DLU–KMG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

DLU Airport Page →
airlines charter/private
On-time Some delays Frequent delays
Flight Schedule 1 flight
Nonstop Charter / private 1-Stop 2-Stop Hide separate tickets Hide overnight Hide codeshares
  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
✈ Nonstop
✓
←
MU5941
MU China Eastern
737
8:00 AM
CST
9:05 AM
CST
1h 5m
78%
M T W T F S S
Prices

No flights match your filters.

No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
TFU Chengdu (Jianyang) 4h 10m 8LCAZH → 3U8LCA Chengdu (Jianyang) (TFU) to Kunming flights
JHG Jinghong (Gasa) 4h 13m 8L → FMMU Jinghong (Gasa) (JHG) to Kunming flights
CKG Chongqing 4h 30m PNSCTV → 3U8LMU Chongqing (CKG) to Kunming flights
CSX Changsha (Changsha) 5h 45m CZ → A6CZDR Changsha (Changsha) (CSX) to Kunming flights
SZX Shenzhen 5h 45m CZ → 3U8LCA Shenzhen (SZX) to Kunming flights
CAN Guangzhou (Huadu) 5h 53m 3UCZ → 3U8LAQ Guangzhou (Huadu) (CAN) to Kunming flights
WUH Wuhan (Huangpi) 6h 15m 8L → 3U8LCZ Wuhan (Huangpi) (WUH) to Kunming flights
TYN Taiyuan 6h 25m TV → 8LDRKY Taiyuan (TYN) to Kunming flights
KHN Nanchang 6h 35m 8L → 3U8LA6 Nanchang (KHN) to Kunming flights
XIY Xianyang (Weicheng) 6h 43m JDTV → 3U8L9H Xianyang (Weicheng) (XIY) to Kunming flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Dali (Xiaguan) to Kunming
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.

While no nonstop service exists between DLU and KMG, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Also explore DLU Routes KMG Routes DLU Live Flights KMG Live Flights
All flights from Kunming (KMG) Kunming to Dali (Xiaguan) flights
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DLU to KMG.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
22
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~16h
Longest
TFU ~4h 10m JHG ~4h 13m CKG ~4h 30m CSX ~5h 45m SZX ~5h 45m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,417
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Kunming from Dali (Xiaguan)

Nearby airports with service to Kunming Changshui International Airport.
Metric DLU→KMG BSD→KMG TCZ→KMG
Distance from DLU – 83 mi 125 mi
Nonstop airlines – 2 4
Weekly flights – 24 28
Baoshan (Longyang) (BSD) to Kunming flights · Baoshan (Tengchong) (TCZ) to Kunming flights · Lincang (LNJ) to Kunming flights
Airports within 200 miles of DLU with service to Kunming Changshui International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Kunming is 0 hours the same as Dali (Xiaguan).
DLU: CST · KMG: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Dali (Xiaguan), it's 6:00 PM in Kunming.
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

DLU–KMG Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dali (Xiaguan) to Kunming route.
Route details
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: DLU
Full nameDali Fengyi Airport
IATA / ICAODLU / ZPDL
TimezoneAsia/Chongqing
Elevation7,050 ft / 2,149 m
Destination: KMG
Full nameKunming Changshui International Airport
IATA / ICAOKMG / ZPPP
TimezoneAsia/Chongqing
Passengers/yr47.1M
Elevation6,903 ft / 2,104 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DLU to KMG flights.
This route has daily service. Check the schedule above for departure days and times in each direction.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Chengdu Tianfu, Xishuangbanna Gasa and Chongqing Jiangbei.
Yes, return flights from KMG to DLU are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include BSD, TCZ and LNJ. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Chengdu Tianfu, Xishuangbanna Gasa and Chongqing Jiangbei. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Baoshan (Longyang) (BSD), Baoshan (Tengchong) (TCZ) and Lincang (LNJ).