Kunming to Phuket (KMG–HKT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Kunming to Phuket
1 carrier, 2 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 2 Flights/wk 1,213 mi 3h 10m nonstop -1h behind 22 1-stop hubs

KMG–HKT is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,213 miles in approximately 3h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 22 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop KMG–HKT service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MU China Eastern Airlines 2 – – – SkyTeam –
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: MU (2 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for KMG to HKT.
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One-Stop Connections
22
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
CSX ~7h 45m XIY ~8h 50m CGO ~9h 15m NGB ~9h 35m TYN ~9h 50m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,262
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
Phuket is 1 hour behind Kunming.
KMG: CST · HKT: +07

When it's 6:00 PM in Kunming, it's 5:00 PM in Phuket.
Distance & Flight Time
1,213 mi / 1,952 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 10m.
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–HKT Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Kunming to Phuket route.
Route details
Distance1,213 mi / 1,952 km
Flight time3h 10m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights2 out / 7 return
1-stop connections22 hubs
Origin: KMG
Full nameKunming Changshui International Airport
IATA / ICAOKMG / ZPPP
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr47.1M
Elevation6,903 ft / 2,104 m
Destination: HKT
Full namePhuket International Airport
IATA / ICAOHKT / VTSP
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok
Passengers/yr17.2M
Elevation82 ft / 25 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about KMG to HKT flights.
Nonstop flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Phuket International Airport take approximately 3h 10m. The route covers 1,213 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: China Eastern Airlines.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from KMG to HKT. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CSX, XIY, CGO, NGB, TYN, NKG, SIN, DMK, TFU, KUL, CKG, CAN, CNX, BKK, PEN, HKG, SAI, PVG, DXB, HGH, PEK and ICN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Phuket is 1 hour behind Kunming.
Yes, return flights from HKT 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 HKT

Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) and Phuket International Airport (HKT) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

KMG to HKT Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from KMG to HKT ranges from 3 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,213 miles (1,952 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 9 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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