Kunming to Colombo (KMG–CMB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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MU China Eastern
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Kunming to Colombo
1 carrier, 4 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 4 Flights/wk 1,962 mi 4h 50m nonstop -2.5h behind 15 1-stop hubs

KMG–CMB is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,962 miles in approximately 4h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 15 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop KMG–CMB service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MU China Eastern Airlines 4 737 4h50 – SkyTeam –
Aircraft on this route
737 Boeing 737-700 – MU
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: MU (4 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, KMG to CMB direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
0
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
0
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
4
Outbound / wk
4
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for KMG to CMB.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
15
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~29h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
910
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2.5h
Colombo is 2.5 hours behind Kunming.
KMG: CST · CMB: +0530

When it's 6:00 PM in Kunming, it's 3.5:00 PM in Colombo.
Distance & Flight Time
1,962 mi / 3,157 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 50m.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) online before traveling to Sri Lanka. China is among the countries whose ETA fee has been waived under an expanded visa-free framework, making the application free of charge. The ETA permits stays of up to 30 days with double entry. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to KMG

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.

Facts

KMG–CMB Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Kunming to Colombo route.
Route details
Distance1,962 mi / 3,157 km
Flight time4h 50m
Time difference-2.5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights4 out / 4 return
1-stop connections15 hubs
Origin: KMG
Full nameKunming Changshui International Airport
IATA / ICAOKMG / ZPPP
TimezoneAsia/Chongqing
Passengers/yr47.1M
Elevation6,903 ft / 2,104 m
Destination: CMB
Full nameBandaranaike International Colombo Airport
IATA / ICAOCMB / VCBI
TimezoneAsia/Colombo
Passengers/yr8.8M
Elevation30 ft / 9 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about KMG to CMB flights.
Nonstop flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport take approximately 4h 50m. The route covers 1,962 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: China Eastern Airlines.
There are approximately 4 nonstop flights per week from KMG to CMB. The return direction has about 4 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DAC, CKG, DMK, CAN, KUL, HKG, SIN, BKK, MLE, ICN, CGK, PVG, DXB, PKX and KTM. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Colombo is 2.5 hours behind Kunming.
Yes, return flights from CMB to KMG are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from KMG to CMB

Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) and Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

KMG to CMB Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from KMG to CMB ranges from 4 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,962 miles (3,157 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

15 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via DAC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.