Kunming to Chongqing (KMG–CKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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KMG–CKG is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, Redhill Aviation and West Air lead the route. The flight covers 391 miles in approximately 1h 30m. 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: 3U | 21 | 320, 738 | 1h30-1h40 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| 8L Redhill Aviation | 14 | 737 | 1h20-1h35 | – | – | – |
| PN West Air | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chongqing from Kunming
| Metric | KMG→CKG | ACX→CKG | DLU→CKG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from KMG | – | 127 mi | 168 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 49 | 4 | 39 |
| Flight time | 1h 30m | 1h 20m | 1h 45m |
Travel Essentials
KMG: CST · CKG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Kunming, it's 6:00 PM in Chongqing.
Kunming Metro Line 6 runs from Kunming South Railway Station and Guangfu Road to the airport in 40–55 minutes (¥6–8). Trains operate 6am to 11pm and bypass the expressway congestion that affects taxis during peak hours.
The airport is 26km northeast of central Kunming. Taxis cost ¥60–90 and take 40–60 minutes. Airport express coaches (¥25–30) serve major hotels. Traffic on the Kunming–Changshui Expressway can be heavy during holidays.
Metro Line 10 from the airport to Jiaochangkou (city centre) takes 35–45 minutes (¥6–8) and runs until around 11pm. Transfers to Lines 1, 2, 3, 6 provide extensive city coverage. Airport buses serve major commercial zones (¥20–30). Taxis use a metered system; the Jiefangbei CBD area costs ¥60–90.DiDi ride-hail is the standard option for most travelers and generally cheaper than street taxis. Chongqing's mountainous terrain means surface travel times vary significantly by destination; the elevated metro is more predictable than road travel during peak hours.
Humid subtropical climate. Chongqing is one of China's "Three Furnaces" for summer heat. Summers are hot and humid (30–38°C, June–September) with frequent rainstorms and thunderstorms that cause delays. The city sits at a river confluence and fog is endemic. Winter and early spring mornings often produce dense fog (2–12°C) that delays or diverts departures.
Overcast skies are the norm for most of the year; Chongqing averages among the fewest sunshine days of any major Chinese city. Autumn (October–November) offers the clearest weather. Pollution combined with fog can produce severe visibility reductions in winter. Pack layers for the dramatic temperature drops that occur with elevation changes in the surrounding mountains.
KMG–CKG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KMG to CKG
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) and Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines, Redhill Aviation and West Air. With 49 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
KMG to CKG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KMG to CKG is about 1 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 391 miles (629 km). There are approximately 49 weekly flights outbound and 42 return, totaling 91 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Wenshan Puzhehei, Dehong Mangshi and Xishuangbanna Gasa. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Xingyi (ACX), Dali (Xiaguan) (DLU) and Lijiang (LJG).