Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City (KMG–SGN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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MU China Eastern
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1:45 PM
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Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 1,017 mi 3h 15m nonstop -1h behind 31 1-stop hubs

KMG–SGN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,017 miles in approximately 3h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 31 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop KMG–SGN service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MU China Eastern Airlines 7 738 3h15 – 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 SGN 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
7
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for KMG to SGN.
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One-Stop Connections
31
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
CSX ~7h 5m RGN ~7h 25m DMK ~8h 40m JHB ~11h 23m NNG ~12h 25m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,017
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
-1h
Ho Chi Minh City is 1 hour behind Kunming.
KMG: CST · SGN: +07

When it's 6:00 PM in Kunming, it's 5:00 PM in Ho Chi Minh City.
Distance & Flight Time
1,017 mi / 1,637 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 15m.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders require a visa for Vietnam. An eVisa can be obtained online through the official portal (evisa.gov.vn) for stays of up to 90 days, with single entry (US $25) or multiple entry (US $50) options. Processing takes 3 to 7 business days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the arrival date with at least two blank pages. Visa on arrival is available but the eVisa is the standard route for most travellers.

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–SGN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City route.
Route details
Distance1,017 mi / 1,637 km
Flight time3h 15m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out / 7 return
1-stop connections31 hubs
Origin: KMG
Full nameKunming Changshui International Airport
IATA / ICAOKMG / ZPPP
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr47.1M
Elevation6,903 ft / 2,104 m
Destination: SGN
Full nameTan Son Nhat International Airport
IATA / ICAOSGN / VVTS
TimezoneAsia/Ho_Chi_Minh
Passengers/yr39.8M
Elevation33 ft / 10 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about KMG to SGN flights.
Nonstop flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport take approximately 3h 15m. The route covers 1,017 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: China Eastern Airlines.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from KMG to SGN. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CSX, RGN, DMK, JHB, NNG, HAN, VTE, WUH, NKG, NGB, SIN, HGH, SZX, TFU, PEN, TAO, HKG, CAN, KUL, TNA, CKG, HAK, PVG, PEK, KOS, BKK, ICN, PKX, SAI, DXB and XMN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Ho Chi Minh City is 1 hour behind Kunming.
Yes, return flights from SGN to KMG are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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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 SGN

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

KMG to SGN Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from KMG to SGN ranges from 3 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,017 miles (1,637 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

31 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via CSX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.