Kunming to Chiang Mai (KMG–CNX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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MU9639
MU China Eastern
738
8:10 AM
CST TT1
9:05 AM
+07
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MU China Eastern
738
2:25 PM
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DR Ruili
73H
8:15 PM
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Kunming to Chiang Mai
2 carriers, 18 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 18 Flights/wk 507 mi 1h 55m nonstop -1h behind 13 1-stop hubs

KMG–CNX is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines and Ruili Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 507 miles in approximately 1h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 13 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop KMG–CNX service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MU China Eastern Airlines 14 738 1h55-2h – SkyTeam –
DR Ruili Airlines 4 73H 2h – – –
Aircraft on this route
738 Boeing 737-800 – MU
73H Boeing 737-800 – DR
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: MU (14 flights/wk, 78%)
Unaffiliated: DR (4 flights/wk, 22%)
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 CNX direction.
Mon
3
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
3
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
3
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
3
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
3
Nonstop flights
18
Outbound / wk
0
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for KMG to CNX.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
13
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
HAN ~4h 40m HKT ~6h 40m MDL ~9h 5m XIY ~14h 40m KUL ~15h 41m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
691
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
-1h
Chiang Mai is 1 hour behind Kunming.
KMG: CST · CNX: +07

When it's 6:00 PM in Kunming, it's 5:00 PM in Chiang Mai.
Distance & Flight Time
507 mi / 816 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 55m to 2h 0m.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders enter Thailand visa-free for up to 30 days per visit under a bilateral agreement effective March 1, 2026. Total stays cannot exceed 90 days within any 180-day period. A Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) must be completed online before entry. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the entry date with at least two blank pages.

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–CNX Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Kunming to Chiang Mai route.
Route details
Distance507 mi / 816 km
Flight time1h 55m to 2h
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights18 out
1-stop connections13 hubs
Origin: KMG
Full nameKunming Changshui International Airport
IATA / ICAOKMG / ZPPP
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr47.1M
Elevation6,903 ft / 2,104 m
Destination: CNX
Full nameChiang Mai International Airport
IATA / ICAOCNX / VTCC
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok
Passengers/yr9.0M
Elevation1,036 ft / 316 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about KMG to CNX flights.
Nonstop flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport take approximately 1h 55m to 2h. The route covers 507 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Ruili Airlines and China Eastern Airlines.
There are approximately 18 nonstop flights per week from KMG to CNX.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through HAN, HKT, MDL, XIY, KUL, RGN, BKK, CAN, DMK, HKG, PVG, PEK and ICN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chiang Mai is 1 hour behind Kunming.
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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 CNX

Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) and Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) are connected by nonstop service from Ruili Airlines and China Eastern Airlines. With 18 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

KMG to CNX Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from KMG to CNX ranges from 1 hours 55 minutes to 2 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 507 miles (816 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

13 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via HAN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.