Hefei to Kunming (HFE–KMG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
HFE–KMG is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, Lucky Air and Sichuan Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 974 miles in approximately 2h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 45 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 35 | 320, 32N, 738 | 2h45-3h25 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| 8L Lucky Air | 14 | 737 | 2h50-3h | – | – | – |
| 3U Sichuan Airlines | 7 | 32N | 3h | – | – | – |
| BK Okay Airways | 3 | 73W | 3h05 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Kunming from Hefei
| Metric | HFE→KMG | FUG→KMG | AQG→KMG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HFE | – | 95 mi | 97 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 59 | 4 | 7 |
| Flight time | 2h 45m | 2h 50m | 2h 40m |
Travel Essentials
HFE: CST · KMG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Hefei, it's 6:00 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.
HFE–KMG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HFE to KMG
Hefei Xinqiao International Airport (HFE) and Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) are connected by nonstop service from Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Okay Airways and China Eastern Airlines. With 59 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
HFE to KMG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HFE to KMG ranges from 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 974 miles (1,568 km). There are approximately 59 weekly flights outbound and 59 return, totaling 118 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
45 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via YCU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Yingzhou, Fuyang (FUG), Anqing (AQG) and Nanjing (NKG).