Kunming to Taiyuan (KMG–TYN) — 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.
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–TYN is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, Ruili Airlines and Redhill Aviation lead the route. The flight covers 1,042 miles in approximately 2h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 28 | 737, 738 | 2h35-3h05 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| DR Ruili Airlines | 11 | 73H, 73W | 2h26-2h55 | – | – | – |
| 8L Redhill Aviation | 7 | 737 | 2h50 | – | – | – |
| KY Kunming Airlines | 7 | 738 | 2h50 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Taiyuan from Kunming
| Metric | KMG→TYN | DLU→TYN | LJG→TYN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from KMG | – | 168 mi | 199 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 53 | 4 | 4 |
| Flight time | 2h 50m | 2h 20m | 2h 50m |
Travel Essentials
KMG: CST · TYN: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Kunming, it's 6:00 PM in Taiyuan.
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–TYN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KMG to TYN
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) and Taiyuan Wusu International Airport (TYN) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines, Ruili Airlines, Redhill Aviation and Kunming Airlines. With 53 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
KMG to TYN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KMG to TYN is about 2 hours 50 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,042 miles (1,677 km). There are approximately 53 weekly flights outbound and 53 return, totaling 106 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Chongqing Jiangbei, Chengdu Shuangliu and Chengdu Tianfu. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dali (Xiaguan) (DLU) and Lijiang (LJG).