Kunming to Chengdu (Shuangliu) (KMG–CTU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
KMG–CTU is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, Air China and Tibet Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 381 miles in approximately 1h 35m. 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 | 28 | 737, 738, 789 | 1h15-1h35 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| CA Air China Also: SC, ZH | 21 | 319, 32N | 1h30-1h45 | – | Star Alliance | SC, ZH |
| TV Tibet Airlines | 7 | 31N | 1h30 | – | – | – |
| EU Empresa Ecuatoriana De Aviación Also: 3U | 0 | – | – | – | – | 3U |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chengdu (Shuangliu) from Kunming
| Metric | KMG→CTU | PZI→CTU | DLU→CTU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from KMG | – | 122 mi | 168 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 126 | 7 | 7 |
| Flight time | 1h 35m | 1h 15m | 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 China Eastern Airlines, Air China, Tibet Airlines and Empresa Ecuatoriana De Aviación. With 126 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
KMG to CTU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KMG to CTU is about 1 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 381 miles (614 km). There are approximately 126 weekly flights outbound and 112 return, totaling 238 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dehong Mangshi, Xishuangbanna Gasa and Lanzhou Zhongchuan. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Panzhihua (Renhe) (PZI), Dali (Xiaguan) (DLU) and Lijiang (LJG).