Malé to Kunming (MLE–KMG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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MU China Eastern
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12:55 AM
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Malé to Kunming
1 carrier, 3 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 3 Flights/wk 2,428 mi 5h 55m nonstop +3h ahead 10 1-stop hubs

MLE–KMG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,428 miles in approximately 5h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 10 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop MLE–KMG service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MU China Eastern Airlines 3 737 5h55 – SkyTeam –
Aircraft on this route
737 Boeing 737-700 – MU
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: MU (3 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, MLE to KMG direction.
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Tue
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Wed
1
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Thu
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Fri
1
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Sat
0
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Sun
1
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Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
3
Outbound / wk
6
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MLE to KMG.
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One-Stop Connections
10
Hubs
~11h
Fastest
~23h
Longest
HKG ~11h 45m XMN ~13h 18m DXB ~17h 0m SIN ~19h 18m KUL ~19h 19m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
582
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+3h
Kunming is 3 hours ahead of Malé.
MLE: +05 · KMG: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Malé, it's 9:00 PM in Kunming.
Distance & Flight Time
2,428 mi / 3,908 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 55m.
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

MLE–KMG Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Malé to Kunming route.
Route details
Distance2,428 mi / 3,908 km
Flight time5h 55m
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights3 out / 6 return
1-stop connections10 hubs
Origin: MLE
Full nameVelana International Airport
IATA / ICAOMLE / VRMM
TimezoneIndian/Maldives
Passengers/yr4.0M
Elevation6 ft / 2 m
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 MLE to KMG flights.
Nonstop flights from Velana International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport take approximately 5h 55m. The route covers 2,428 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: China Eastern Airlines.
There are approximately 3 nonstop flights per week from MLE to KMG. The return direction has about 6 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through HKG, XMN, DXB, SIN, KUL, PVG, BKK, DMK, CMB and PEK. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Kunming is 3 hours ahead of Malé.
Yes, return flights from KMG to MLE are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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 MLE to KMG

Velana International Airport (MLE) and Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

MLE to KMG Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MLE to KMG ranges from 5 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,428 miles (3,908 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 9 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

10 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via HKG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.