Kunming to Ningbo (KMG–NGB) — 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–NGB is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, Spring Airlines and Ruili Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,180 miles in approximately 2h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines Also: 3U | 35 | 320, 321, 738 | 2h35-3h | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| 9C Spring Airlines | 7 | 320 | 3h | – | – | – |
| DR Ruili Airlines | 4 | 73H | 3h | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Ningbo from Kunming
| Metric | KMG→NGB | ACX→NGB | DLU→NGB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from KMG | – | 127 mi | 168 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 67 | 4 | 4 |
| Flight time | 2h 55m | 2h 45m | 3h 10m |
Travel Essentials
KMG: CST · NGB: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Kunming, it's 6:00 PM in Ningbo.
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–NGB Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KMG to NGB
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) and Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines, Spring Airlines and Ruili Airlines. With 67 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
KMG to NGB Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KMG to NGB is about 2 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,180 miles (1,899 km). There are approximately 67 weekly flights outbound and 67 return, totaling 134 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Wuhan Tianhe, Changsha Huanghua and Yichang Sanxia. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Xingyi (ACX), Dali (Xiaguan) (DLU) and Lijiang (LJG).