Hanoi (Soc Son) to Kunming (HAN–KMG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
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.
HAN–KMG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 325 miles in approximately 1h 20m. 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: VN | 7 | 320 | 1h30 | – | SkyTeam | VN |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Kunming from Hanoi (Soc Son)
| Metric | HAN→KMG | HPH→KMG | NNG→KMG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HAN | – | 65 mi | 180 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 3 | 3 |
| Flight time | 1h 20m | 1h 35m | 1h 35m |
Travel Essentials
HAN: +07 · KMG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Hanoi (Soc Son), it's 7:00 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.
HAN–KMG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HAN to KMG
Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) and Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
HAN to KMG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HAN to KMG is about 1 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 325 miles (523 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Guangzhou Baiyun, Shenzhen Bao'an and Chengdu Tianfu. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Haiphong (Hai An) (HPH) and Nanning (Jiangnan) (NNG).