Kunming to Chengdu (Shuangliu) (KMG–CTU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
KMG–CTU is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, Air China and Sichuan Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 381 miles in approximately 1h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 50 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 21 | 737, 738 | 1h35 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| CA Air China | 14 | 319, 32N | 1h30-1h35 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| 3U Sichuan Airlines | 7 | 319 | 1h10 | – | – | – |
| EU Chengdu Airlines | 7 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chengdu (Shuangliu) from Kunming
| Metric | KMG→CTU | PZI→CTU |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from KMG | – | 122 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 42 | 7 |
| Flight time | 1h 10m | 1h 20m |
Travel Essentials
KMG: CST · CTU: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Kunming, it's 6:00 PM in Chengdu (Shuangliu).
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.
KMG–CTU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KMG to CTU
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are connected by nonstop service from Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Chengdu Airlines and China Eastern Airlines. With 42 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
KMG to CTU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KMG to CTU ranges from 1 hours 10 minutes to 1 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 381 miles (614 km). There are approximately 42 weekly flights outbound and 45 return, totaling 87 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
50 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via ZHA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Panzhihua (Renhe) (PZI).