Shannan (Gonggar) to Kunming (LXA–KMG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LXA–KMG is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Redhill Aviation, China Eastern Airlines and Tibet Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 793 miles in approximately 2h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 19 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8L Redhill Aviation | 14 | 737 | 2h20-2h25 | – | – | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 14 | 737 | 2h30 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| TV Tibet Airlines | 7 | 319 | 2h25 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
LXA: +06 · KMG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Shannan (Gonggar), it's 8:00 PM in Kunming.
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 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.
LXA–KMG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LXA to KMG
Lhasa Gonggar International Airport (LXA) and Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) are connected by nonstop service from Redhill Aviation, China Eastern Airlines and Tibet Airlines. With 35 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LXA to KMG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LXA to KMG ranges from 2 hours 20 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 793 miles (1,276 km). There are approximately 35 weekly flights outbound and 42 return, totaling 77 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
19 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via INC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.