Kunming to Shannan (Gonggar) (KMG–LXA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
KMG–LXA is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Redhill Aviation, China Eastern Airlines and Tibet Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 793 miles in approximately 2h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 17 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8L Redhill Aviation | 14 | 737, 73L | 2h45-4h55 | – | – | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines Also: 3U | 14 | 737 | 2h40-4h35 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| TV Tibet Airlines | 7 | 319 | 5h05 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Shannan (Gonggar) from Kunming
| Metric | KMG→LXA | LJG→LXA |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from KMG | – | 199 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 42 | 4 |
| Flight time | 2h 40m | 3h 55m |
Travel Essentials
KMG: CST · LXA: +06
When it's 6:00 PM in Kunming, it's 4:00 PM in Shannan (Gonggar).
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–LXA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KMG to LXA
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) and Lhasa Gonggar International Airport (LXA) are connected by nonstop service from Redhill Aviation, China Eastern Airlines and Tibet Airlines. With 42 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
KMG to LXA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KMG to LXA ranges from 2 hours 40 minutes to 5 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 793 miles (1,276 km). There are approximately 42 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 77 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
17 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via DIG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Lijiang (LJG).