Lishui (Liandu) to Kunming (LIJ–KMG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Lishui (Liandu) to Kunming
1 carrier, 2 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 2 Flights/wk 1,066 mi 2h 40m nonstop 5 1-stop hubs

LIJ–KMG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Donghai Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,066 miles in approximately 2h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 5 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop LIJ–KMG service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
DZ Donghai Airlines 2 – – – – –
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: DZ (2 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LIJ to KMG.
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One-Stop Connections
5
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~8h
Longest
CSX ~5h 18m CKG ~6h 5m CAN ~6h 25m TAO ~7h 0m PEK ~8h 20m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
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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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Kunming from Lishui (Liandu)

Nearby airports with service to Kunming Changshui International Airport.
Metric LIJ→KMG YIW→KMG WNZ→KMG
Distance from LIJ – 68 mi 70 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1 5
Weekly flights 2 7 42
Flight time 2h 40m 3h 10m 3h 15m
Yiwu/Jinhua (YIW) to Kunming flights · Wenzhou (Longwan) (WNZ) to Kunming flights · Quzhou (Kezheng) (JUZ) to Kunming flights
Airports within 200 miles of LIJ with service to Kunming Changshui International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Kunming is 0 hours the same as Lishui (Liandu).
LIJ: CST · KMG: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Lishui (Liandu), it's 6:00 PM in Kunming.
Distance & Flight Time
1,066 mi / 1,716 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 40m.
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

LIJ–KMG Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Lishui (Liandu) to Kunming route.
Route details
Distance1,066 mi / 1,716 km
Flight time2h 40m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights2 out / 2 return
1-stop connections5 hubs
Origin: LIJ
Full nameLishui Airport
IATA / ICAOLIJ / ZSLI
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
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 LIJ to KMG flights.
Nonstop flights from Lishui Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport take approximately 2h 40m. The route covers 1,066 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Donghai Airlines.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from LIJ to KMG. The return direction has about 2 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CSX, CKG, CAN, TAO and PEK. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from KMG to LIJ are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include YIW, WNZ and JUZ. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 LIJ to KMG

Lishui Airport (LIJ) and Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) are connected by nonstop service from Donghai Airlines. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

LIJ to KMG Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LIJ to KMG ranges from 2 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,066 miles (1,716 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

5 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via CSX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Yiwu/Jinhua (YIW), Wenzhou (Longwan) (WNZ) and Quzhou (Kezheng) (JUZ).