Kunming to Lanzhou (Yongdeng) (KMG–LHW) — 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–LHW is served by 7 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, Redhill Aviation and Sichuan Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 789 miles in approximately 2h 18m. 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 | 320, 32N, 737 | 2h05-2h35 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| 8L Redhill Aviation | 20 | 320, 737 | 1h52-2h30 | – | – | – |
| 3U Sichuan Airlines | 7 | 7M8 | 2h20 | – | – | – |
| 9C Spring Airlines | 7 | 320 | 2h15 | – | – | – |
| BK Potomac Air | 7 | 73W | 2h10 | – | – | – |
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 7 | 7M8 | 2h20 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| DR Ruili Airlines | 7 | 73H | 2h10 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Lanzhou (Yongdeng) from Kunming
| Metric | KMG→LHW | LJG→LHW |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from KMG | – | 199 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 7 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 83 | 7 |
| Flight time | 2h 18m | 2h 15m |
Travel Essentials
KMG: CST · LHW: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Kunming, it's 6:00 PM in Lanzhou (Yongdeng).
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–LHW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KMG to LHW
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) and Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines, Redhill Aviation, Sichuan Airlines, Spring Airlines, Potomac Air, China Southern Airlines and Ruili Airlines. With 83 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
KMG to LHW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KMG to LHW is about 2 hours 18 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 789 miles (1,270 km). There are approximately 83 weekly flights outbound and 83 return, totaling 166 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Chengdu Tianfu, Shiyan Wudangshan and Wuhan Tianhe. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Lijiang (LJG).