Kunming to Kathmandu (KMG–KTM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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MU China Eastern
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Kunming to Kathmandu
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 1,101 mi 3h 45m nonstop -2.25h behind 10 1-stop hubs

KMG–KTM is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,101 miles in approximately 3h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 10 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop KMG–KTM service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MU China Eastern Airlines 7 737 3h45 – SkyTeam –
Aircraft on this route
737 Boeing 737-700 – MU
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: MU (7 flights/wk, 100%)
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 KTM direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
7
Outbound / wk
6
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for KMG to KTM.
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One-Stop Connections
10
Hubs
~14h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
ICN ~14h 8m SIN ~16h 30m LXA ~17h 35m DAC ~19h 20m CAN ~19h 49m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
537
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
-2.25h
Kathmandu is 2.25 hours behind Kunming.
KMG: CST · KTM: +0545

When it's 6:00 PM in Kunming, it's 3.75:00 PM in Kathmandu.
Distance & Flight Time
1,101 mi / 1,773 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 45m.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders receive a gratis (free) tourist visa on arrival in Nepal for up to 150 days per calendar year. The visa can be obtained at Tribhuvan International Airport or any authorized land border crossing. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival. An online application can be completed in advance at Nepal's Department of Immigration portal to speed up processing at the border.

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–KTM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Kunming to Kathmandu route.
Route details
Distance1,101 mi / 1,773 km
Flight time3h 45m
Time difference-2.25 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out / 6 return
1-stop connections10 hubs
Origin: KMG
Full nameKunming Changshui International Airport
IATA / ICAOKMG / ZPPP
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr47.1M
Elevation6,903 ft / 2,104 m
Destination: KTM
Full nameTribhuvan International Airport
IATA / ICAOKTM / VNKT
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu
Passengers/yr5.5M
Elevation4,390 ft / 1,338 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about KMG to KTM flights.
Nonstop flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport take approximately 3h 45m. The route covers 1,101 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: China Eastern Airlines.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from KMG to KTM. The return direction has about 6 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ICN, SIN, LXA, DAC, CAN, HKG, KUL, TFU, DMK and DXB. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Kathmandu is 2.25 hours behind Kunming.
Yes, return flights from KTM 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 KTM

Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

KMG to KTM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from KMG to KTM ranges from 3 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,101 miles (1,773 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 13 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

10 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via ICN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.