Kunming to Tianjin (KMG–TSN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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KMG–TSN is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. Air China, Potomac Air and Shanghai Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,281 miles in approximately 3h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA Air China Also: SC, ZH | 16 | 738 | 3h25-3h35 | – | Star Alliance | SC, ZH |
| BK Potomac Air | 7 | – | – | – | – | – |
| FM Shanghai Airlines | 7 | 738 | 3h25 | – | – | – |
| GS Grant Aviation Also: HU | 7 | 320 | 3h20 | – | – | HU |
| MU China Eastern Airlines Also: 3U | 7 | 738 | 3h25 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| QW Qingdao Airlines | 7 | 320 | 3h25 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Tianjin from Kunming
| Metric | KMG→TSN | LJG→TSN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from KMG | – | 199 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 88 | 23 |
| Flight time | 3h 25m | 3h 15m |
Travel Essentials
KMG: CST · TSN: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Kunming, it's 6:00 PM in Tianjin.
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.
Metro Line 2 to Tianjin Railway Station costs ¥7 and takes 45 minutes. Trains run until 23:00.Taxis from the airport rank to downtown: ¥40–70 (30–45 min). DiDi: ¥35–60. Airport shuttle buses serve Tianjin Railway Station and key hotels for ¥20. TSN is often used by Beijing travelers; connections to Beijing South via Tianjin high-speed rail are straightforward. Rental cars are available in arrivals.
Semi-arid continental climate on the Bohai coast. Winters (December–February) are cold (−8–3°C) with some snow and wind-driven cold. De-icing requirements are moderate. The main winter disruption risk is blowing snow and fog reducing visibility on the coast.
Summers (June–August) are hot and humid at 30–35°C. July is the wettest month with heavy rain from remnant Pacific weather systems. Spring brings sandstorm risk (March–April) from northern deserts. Yellow dust reduces visibility and occasionally grounds flights. The clearest and most stable weather is September through October.
KMG–TSN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KMG to TSN
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) and Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN) are connected by nonstop service from Air China, Potomac Air, Shanghai Airlines, Grant Aviation, China Eastern Airlines and Qingdao Airlines. With 88 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
KMG to TSN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KMG to TSN is about 3 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,281 miles (2,061 km). There are approximately 88 weekly flights outbound and 95 return, totaling 183 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Yan'an Nanniwan, Enshi Xujiaping and Mianyang Nanjiao. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Lijiang (LJG).