Luang Phabang to Kunming (LPQ–KMG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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MU China Eastern
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12:05 PM
CST T1
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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.

Last scheduled nonstop: Jul 2026.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 6 hubs
CNX Chiang Mai 4h 30m QV → MU Chiang Mai (CNX) to Kunming flights
BKK Bangkok 5h 20m AYCXEK → KQKYMU Bangkok (BKK) to Kunming flights
VTE Vientiane 5h 30m QV → MUQV Vientiane (VTE) to Kunming flights
SAI Siem Reap 8h 40m VN → MU Siem Reap (SAI) to Kunming flights
DMK Bangkok 19h 5m FD → FD Bangkok (DMK) to Kunming flights
HAN Hanoi (Soc Son) 21h 38m QVVN → MUVN Hanoi (Soc Son) (HAN) to Kunming flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Luang Phabang to Kunming
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines 363 mi 1h 35m nonstop +1h ahead

LPQ–KMG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 363 miles in approximately 1h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop LPQ–KMG service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MU China Eastern Airlines 0 – – – SkyTeam –
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: MU (0 flights/wk, 0%)
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 LPQ to KMG.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
6
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~21h
Longest
CNX ~4h 30m BKK ~5h 20m VTE ~5h 30m SAI ~8h 40m DMK ~19h 5m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
152
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Kunming from Luang Phabang

Nearby airports with service to Kunming Changshui International Airport.
Metric LPQ→KMG VTE→KMG JHG→KMG
Distance from LPQ – 135 mi 169 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 4 3
Weekly flights – 32 40
Flight time 1h 35m 1h 25m 1h
Vientiane (VTE) to Kunming flights · Jinghong (Gasa) (JHG) to Kunming flights · Udon Thani (UTH) to Kunming flights
Airports within 200 miles of LPQ with service to Kunming Changshui International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Kunming is 1 hour ahead of Luang Phabang.
LPQ: +07 · KMG: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Luang Phabang, it's 7:00 PM in Kunming.
Distance & Flight Time
363 mi / 584 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 35m gate to gate.
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

LPQ–KMG Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Luang Phabang to Kunming route.
Route details
Distance363 mi / 584 km
Flight time1h 35m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: LPQ
Full nameLuang Phabang International Airport
IATA / ICAOLPQ / VLLB
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane
Elevation955 ft / 291 m
Destination: KMG
Full nameKunming Changshui International Airport
IATA / ICAOKMG / ZPPP
TimezoneAsia/Chongqing
Passengers/yr47.1M
Elevation6,903 ft / 2,104 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LPQ to KMG flights.
Nonstop flights from Luang Phabang International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport take about 1h 35m gate to gate. The route covers 363 miles.
1 airline operates flights from LPQ to KMG: China Eastern Airlines.
This route has limited weekly service. Check the schedule above for departure days and times in each direction.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Chiang Mai, Suvarnabhumi and Wattay.
On a single ticket, yes. Your bags are checked through to KMG and move between planes without you. On two separate tickets you collect your bags at the connecting airport and recheck them, so build in extra layover time.
Kunming is 1 hour ahead of Luang Phabang.
Yes, return flights from KMG to LPQ are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include VTE, JHG and UTH. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from LPQ to KMG

Luang Phabang International Airport (LPQ) and Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines.

LPQ to KMG Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LPQ to KMG is about 1 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 363 miles (584 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Chiang Mai, Suvarnabhumi and Wattay. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Vientiane (VTE), Jinghong (Gasa) (JHG) and Udon Thani (UTH).