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

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 5 hubs
LUM Dehong (Mangshi) 3h 20m 8L9CDR → DR Dehong (Mangshi) (LUM) to Mandalay flights
CNX Chiang Mai 4h 25m MU → 8M Chiang Mai (CNX) to Mandalay flights
RGN Yangon 13h 15m CAMU → 8M Yangon (RGN) to Mandalay flights
BKK Bangkok 14h 20m KQKYMU → 8M Bangkok (BKK) to Mandalay flights
DMK Bangkok 27h 40m FD → 8M Bangkok (DMK) to Mandalay flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Kunming to Mandalay
1 carrier, 4 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 500 mi 1h 40m nonstop

KMG–MDL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 500 miles in approximately 1h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.

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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 4 737 1h40 – SkyTeam –
Aircraft on this route
737 Boeing 737-700 – MU
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: MU (4 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
0
flights
Wed
1
flight
Thu
0
flights
Fri
1
flight
Sat
0
flights
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
4
Outbound / wk
4
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for KMG to MDL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
5
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
LUM ~3h 20m CNX ~4h 25m RGN ~13h 15m BKK ~14h 20m DMK ~27h 40m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
128
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.
Distance & Flight Time
500 mi / 805 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 40m gate to gate.
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 40m
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights4 out / 4 return
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: KMG
Full nameKunming Changshui International Airport
IATA / ICAOKMG / ZPPP
TimezoneAsia/Chongqing
Passengers/yr47.1M
Elevation6,903 ft / 2,104 m
Destination: MDL
Full nameMandalay International Airport
IATA / ICAOMDL / VYMD
TimezoneAsia/Rangoon
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 about 1h 40m gate to gate. The route covers 500 miles.
1 airline operates flights from KMG to MDL: China Eastern Airlines.
This route has limited weekly service. Check the schedule above for departure days and times in each direction.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Dehong Mangshi, Chiang Mai and Yangon.
Yes, return flights from MDL to KMG are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

KMG to MDL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from KMG to MDL is about 1 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 500 miles (805 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dehong Mangshi, Chiang Mai and Yangon. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.