Kunming to Beijing (KMG–PKX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
KMG–PKX is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines, Sichuan Airlines and Etihad Airways lead the route. The flight covers 1,265 miles in approximately 3h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 47 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 35 | 321, 32Q | 3h15-3h30 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| 3U Sichuan Airlines | 34 | 321, 32Q, 738 | 3h10-3h25 | – | – | – |
| EY Etihad Airways | 7 | 738 | 3h15 | – | – | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 7 | 7M8 | 3h30 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Beijing from Kunming
| Metric | KMG→PKX | DLU→PKX |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from KMG | – | 168 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 83 | 14 |
| Flight time | 3h 10m | 3h 15m |
Travel Essentials
KMG: CST · PKX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Kunming, it's 6:00 PM in Beijing.
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–PKX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KMG to PKX
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) and Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) are connected by nonstop service from Sichuan Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Etihad Airways and China Eastern Airlines. With 83 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
KMG to PKX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KMG to PKX ranges from 3 hours 10 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,265 miles (2,036 km). There are approximately 83 weekly flights outbound and 97 return, totaling 180 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
47 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via NTG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dali (Xiaguan) (DLU).