Haikou (Meilan) to Kunming (HAK–KMG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
HAK–KMG is served by 8 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines, Redhill Aviation and Hainan Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 598 miles in approximately 2h. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines Also: 3U | 21 | 320 | 2h-2h05 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| 8L Redhill Aviation | 14 | 32N, 73H | 1h55-2h10 | – | – | – |
| HU Hainan Airlines | 14 | 32N, 73H | 1h50 | – | – | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 7 | 737 | 1h45 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| A6 Air Travel | 4 | 320 | 2h | – | – | – |
| KY Kunming Airlines | 4 | 738 | 1h45 | – | – | – |
| GS Grant Aviation | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
| HX Hong Kong Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Kunming from Haikou (Meilan)
| Metric | HAK→KMG | BAR→KMG | ZHA→KMG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HAK | – | 55 mi | 107 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 8 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 85 | 7 | 20 |
| Flight time | 2h | 2h 25m | 1h 45m |
Travel Essentials
HAK: CST · KMG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Haikou (Meilan), it's 6:00 PM in Kunming.
Haikou Metro Line 1 connects Meilan International Airport to the city centre in 30–40 minutes for CNY 6–10. The metro runs from roughly 06:30 to 22:30. Airport shuttle buses depart from the central bus station (CNY 15–20). The airport is located about 25 km east of downtown Haikou.DiDi and taxis from the city centre cost CNY 50–90 depending on traffic. Driving via the Haikou Ring Expressway takes 25–40 minutes. Parking is available in the terminal complex.
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.
HAK–KMG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HAK to KMG
Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK) and Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines, Redhill Aviation, Hainan Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Air Travel, Kunming Airlines, Grant Aviation and Hong Kong Airlines. With 85 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
HAK to KMG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HAK to KMG is about 2 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 598 miles (963 km). There are approximately 85 weekly flights outbound and 85 return, totaling 170 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Zhuhai Jinwan, Guangzhou Baiyun and Shenzhen Bao'an. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Qionghai (Basuo) (BAR), Zhanjiang (ZHA) and Sanya (Tianya) (SYX).