Kunming to Diqing (Shangri-La) (KMG–DIG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
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–DIG is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines and Redhill Aviation lead the route. The flight covers 274 miles in approximately 1h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 28 | 737 | 1h10-1h25 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| 8L Redhill Aviation | 7 | 73L | 1h15 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
KMG: CST · DIG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Kunming, it's 6:00 PM in Diqing (Shangri-La).
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–DIG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KMG to DIG
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) and Diqing Shangri-La Airport (DIG) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines and Redhill Aviation. With 35 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
KMG to DIG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KMG to DIG is about 1 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 274 miles (441 km). There are approximately 35 weekly flights outbound and 31 return, totaling 66 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Lhasa Gonggar and Guangzhou Baiyun. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.