Kunming to Lanzhou (Yongdeng) (KMG–LHW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
KMG–LHW is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, Redhill Aviation and Sichuan Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 789 miles in approximately 2h 3m. Beyond nonstop, 56 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 28 | 320, 32N, 738 | 2h05-2h20 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| 8L Redhill Aviation | 15 | 737 | 2h03-2h30 | – | – | – |
| 3U Sichuan Airlines | 7 | 738 | 2h20 | – | – | – |
| 9C Spring Airlines | 7 | 320 | 2h15 | – | – | – |
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 7 | 7M8 | 2h25 | – | 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 | 6 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 71 | 7 |
| Flight time | 2h 3m | 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 Sichuan Airlines, Redhill Aviation, Spring Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Ruili Airlines and China Eastern Airlines. With 71 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
KMG to LHW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KMG to LHW ranges from 2 hours 3 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 789 miles (1,270 km). There are approximately 71 weekly flights outbound and 69 return, totaling 140 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
56 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via LJG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Lijiang (LJG).