Kunming to Mandalay (KMG–MDL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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MU China Eastern
738
8:00 AM
CST TT1
8:25 AM
+0630
1h 55m
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Kunming to Mandalay
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 500 mi 1h 55m nonstop -1.5h behind 5 1-stop hubs

KMG–MDL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 500 miles in approximately 1h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 5 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop KMG–MDL service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MU China Eastern Airlines 7 738 1h55 – SkyTeam –
Aircraft on this route
738 Boeing 737-800 – 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 MDL 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
0
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for KMG to MDL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
5
Hubs
~10h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
CNX ~10h 50m LUM ~19h 50m BKK ~20h 47m RGN ~21h 58m DMK ~26h 35m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
124
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
-1.5h
Mandalay is 1.5 hours behind Kunming.
KMG: CST · MDL: +0630

When it's 6:00 PM in Kunming, it's 4.5:00 PM in Mandalay.
Distance & Flight Time
500 mi / 805 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 55m.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders require a visa to enter Myanmar. An eVisa for tourism can be obtained online through the official portal (evisa.moip.gov.mm) for stays of up to 28 days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. The Chinese government currently advises its citizens against travel to Myanmar due to safety concerns.

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–MDL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Kunming to Mandalay route.
Route details
Distance500 mi / 805 km
Flight time1h 55m
Time difference-1.5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out
1-stop connections5 hubs
Origin: KMG
Full nameKunming Changshui International Airport
IATA / ICAOKMG / ZPPP
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr47.1M
Elevation6,903 ft / 2,104 m
Destination: MDL
Full nameMandalay International Airport
IATA / ICAOMDL / VYMD
TimezoneAsia/Yangon
Elevation300 ft / 91 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about KMG to MDL flights.
Nonstop flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Mandalay International Airport take approximately 1h 55m. The route covers 500 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: China Eastern Airlines.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from KMG to MDL.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CNX, LUM, BKK, RGN and DMK. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Mandalay is 1.5 hours behind Kunming.
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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 MDL

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

KMG to MDL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from KMG to MDL ranges from 1 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 500 miles (805 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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