Shanghai (Pudong) to Kunming (PVG–KMG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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PVG–KMG is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, Kunming Airlines and Air China lead the route. The flight covers 1,221 miles in approximately 3h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines Also: 3U, AF, EY, QF | 38 | 32N, 737, 738, 7M8 | 3h20-4h10 | – | SkyTeam | 3U, AF, EY, QF |
| KY Kunming Airlines | 21 | 738 | 3h10-3h35 | – | – | – |
| CA Air China Also: SC | 14 | 320, 32A | 3h20-3h40 | – | Star Alliance | SC |
| CZ China Southern Airlines Also: 3U, BA | 14 | 32Q | 3h30 | – | SkyTeam | 3U, BA |
| FM Shanghai Airlines | 7 | 738 | 3h20 | – | – | – |
| HO Juneyao Air Also: 3U, ZH | 7 | 320 | 3h20 | – | – | 3U, ZH |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Kunming from Shanghai (Pudong)
| Metric | PVG→KMG | SHA→KMG | NTG→KMG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PVG | – | 28 mi | 81 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 8 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 193 | 140 | 21 |
| Flight time | 3h 30m | 3h 5m | 2h 50m |
Travel Essentials
PVG: CST · KMG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 6:00 PM in Kunming.
The Maglev from Longyang Road Metro station covers the 30 km to Pudong in 8 minutes (¥50 one-way, ¥40 off-peak). The Maglev does not reach the city center directly; transfer to Metro Line 2 at Longyang Road. Metro Line 2 runs the full route from city center to PVG but takes 60–70 minutes and requires a terminal transfer at the airport.Taxis from People's Square cost ¥130–180 and take 45–75 minutes depending on traffic. The elevated highway is faster than surface roads. Ride-hail via DiDi is comparable in price.
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.
PVG–KMG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PVG to KMG
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines, Kunming Airlines, Air China, China Southern Airlines, Shanghai Airlines and Juneyao Air. With 193 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PVG to KMG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVG to KMG is about 3 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,221 miles (1,965 km). There are approximately 193 weekly flights outbound and 191 return, totaling 384 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Yongzhou Lingling, Yichang Sanxia and Wuhan Tianhe. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Shanghai (Minhang) (SHA), Nantong (Tongzhou) (NTG) and Wuxi (WUX).