Kathmandu to Kunming (KTM–KMG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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MU China Eastern
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Kathmandu to Kunming
1 carrier, 6 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 6 Flights/wk 1,101 mi 2h 55m nonstop +2.25h ahead 8 1-stop hubs

KTM–KMG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,101 miles in approximately 2h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 8 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop KTM–KMG service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MU China Eastern Airlines 6 737 2h55 – SkyTeam –
Aircraft on this route
737 Boeing 737-700 – MU
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: MU (6 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, KTM to KMG direction.
Mon
0
flights
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
6
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for KTM to KMG.
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One-Stop Connections
8
Hubs
~14h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
ICN ~14h 0m CAN ~18h 52m DMK ~18h 54m SIN ~19h 33m BKK ~20h 8m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
482
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
+2.25h
Kunming is 2.25 hours ahead of Kathmandu.
KTM: +0545 · KMG: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Kathmandu, it's 8.25:00 PM in Kunming.
Distance & Flight Time
1,101 mi / 1,773 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 55m.
Getting from KMG

Metro Line 6 connects central Kunming; journey to Guangfu Road takes 40–55 minutes (¥6–8), running 6am to 11pm. Transfer at Guangfu Road for Lines 1 and 3 to reach most city areas. Road travel runs long in traffic; the metro avoids that.Taxis from the airport to the city centre cost ¥60–90 and should use the meter. Airport express coaches run to major hotels (¥25–30). Car rental is available at the airport. Kunming is a major domestic hub for Yunnan province; many travelers use it as a gateway to Southeast Asian destinations.

Kunming Climate

Kunming sits at 1,895m elevation and has one of China's most temperate climates. Nicknamed the "Spring City." Year-round temperatures are mild (8–25°C) and rarely extreme.

Wet season (June–October) brings afternoon monsoon showers, which can cause delays but rarely severe disruptions. The airport's high elevation means thinner air affects aircraft performance in summer heat. Winter (December–February) is dry and sunny. Fog is uncommon.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

KTM–KMG Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Kathmandu to Kunming route.
Route details
Distance1,101 mi / 1,773 km
Flight time2h 55m
Time difference+2.25 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights6 out / 7 return
1-stop connections8 hubs
Origin: KTM
Full nameTribhuvan International Airport
IATA / ICAOKTM / VNKT
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu
Passengers/yr5.5M
Elevation4,390 ft / 1,338 m
Destination: KMG
Full nameKunming Changshui International Airport
IATA / ICAOKMG / ZPPP
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr47.1M
Elevation6,903 ft / 2,104 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about KTM to KMG flights.
Nonstop flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport take approximately 2h 55m. The route covers 1,101 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: China Eastern Airlines.
There are approximately 6 nonstop flights per week from KTM to KMG. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ICN, CAN, DMK, SIN, BKK, HKG, KUL and DXB. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Kunming is 2.25 hours ahead of Kathmandu.
Yes, return flights from KMG to KTM 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 KTM to KMG

Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) and Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

KTM to KMG Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from KTM to KMG ranges from 2 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,101 miles (1,773 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 13 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

8 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via ICN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.