Shannan (Gonggar) to Kunming (LXA–KMG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
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 28m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8L Redhill Aviation | 21 | 737, 73L | 2h15-2h30 | – | – | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 14 | 737 | 2h30 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| TV Tibet Airlines | 7 | 31N | 2h05 | – | – | – |
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 42 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LXA to KMG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LXA to KMG is about 2 hours 28 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 793 miles (1,276 km). There are approximately 42 weekly flights outbound and 49 return, totaling 91 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Chengdu Shuangliu, Chengdu Tianfu and Mianyang Nanjiao. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.