Guiyang (Nanming) to Birmingham (KWE–BHM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Guiyang (Nanming) to Birmingham
1 carrier, 1 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 1 Flights/wk 8,190 mi 2h 30m nonstop -12h behind

KWE–BHM is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Gulf Air leads the route. The flight covers 8,190 miles in approximately 2h 30m.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop KWE–BHM service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
GF Gulf Air 1
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: GF (1 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for KWE to BHM.
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Two-Stop Connections
5
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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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
KWE → BHM
62%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
62%
Return
BHM → KWE
35%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
35%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. BHM delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-12h
Birmingham is 12 hours behind Guiyang (Nanming).
KWE: CST · BHM: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Guiyang (Nanming), it's 6:00 AM in Birmingham.
Distance & Flight Time
8,190 mi / 13,180 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 30m.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders require a B1/B2 visa for tourism or business travel to the United States. The visa is typically issued for 10 years with multiple entries, allowing stays of up to 180 days per visit. An in-person interview at a US embassy or consulate is required, and the application fee is US $185. Holders of 10-year B visas must also enroll in EVUS (Electronic Visa Update System) every two years before travel.

Getting to KWE

Metro Line 2 connects central Guiyang (Lincheng Donglu station) to the airport in about 35 minutes (¥6–8), running from 07:00 to 22:30.Taxis from downtown cost ¥40–70 and take 30–45 minutes. DiDi ride-shares run ¥35–60. Airport shuttle buses connect to Guiyang North Railway Station and the city center for ¥10–15. The expressway to the airport is generally clear outside of rush hours.

KWE–BHM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Guiyang (Nanming) to Birmingham route.
Route details
Distance8,190 mi / 13,180 km
Flight time2h 30m
Time difference-12 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights1 out
Origin: KWE
IATA / ICAOKWE / ZUGY
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr18.1M
Elevation3,736 ft / 1,139 m
Destination: BHM
IATA / ICAOBHM / KBHM
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr3.2M
Elevation650 ft / 198 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about KWE to BHM flights.
Nonstop flights from Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport take approximately 2h 30m. The route covers 8,190 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Gulf Air.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from KWE to BHM.
Birmingham is 12 hours behind Guiyang (Nanming).
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from KWE to BHM

Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport (KWE) and Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) are connected by nonstop service from Gulf Air. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

KWE to BHM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from KWE to BHM ranges from 2 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 8,190 miles (13,180 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.