Wuhan (Huangpi) to Kunming (WUH–KMG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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WUH–KMG is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines and Redhill Aviation lead the route. The flight covers 791 miles in approximately 2h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 54 | 321, 737, 738 | 1h55-2h20 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| CZ China Southern Airlines Also: 3U | 33 | 320, 738 | 2h-2h20 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| 8L Redhill Aviation | 21 | 320, 737 | 2h10-2h15 | – | – | – |
| KY Kunming Airlines | 11 | 738 | 2h05-2h20 | – | – | – |
| DR Ruili Airlines | 7 | 73H | 2h35 | – | – | – |
| BK Potomac Air | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Kunming from Wuhan (Huangpi)
| Metric | WUH→KMG | SHS→KMG | YYA→KMG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from WUH | – | 110 mi | 115 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 147 | 3 | 6 |
| Flight time | 2h 15m | 1h 50m | 2h 15m |
Travel Essentials
WUH: CST · KMG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Wuhan (Huangpi), it's 6:00 PM in Kunming.
Wuhan Metro Line 2 extends to the airport terminal, connecting Wuhan Railway Station (high-speed rail) and the city centre to the airport in 50–60 minutes for CNY 8–12. The metro operates from around 06:00 to 23:00. Airport shuttle buses also depart from the main railway stations for CNY 20.DiDi and taxis from central Wuhan cost CNY 80–140 depending on origin (the city is large and spread across both sides of the Yangtze). Driving via G4 Beijing–Hong Kong–Macao Expressway with airport spur takes 30–50 minutes in normal traffic.
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.
WUH–KMG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from WUH to KMG
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH) and Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Redhill Aviation, Kunming Airlines, Ruili Airlines and Potomac Air. With 147 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
WUH to KMG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from WUH to KMG is about 2 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 791 miles (1,273 km). There are approximately 147 weekly flights outbound and 147 return, totaling 294 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Chengdu Tianfu, Chengdu Shuangliu and Xishuangbanna Gasa. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Jingzhou (Shashi) (SHS), Yueyang (Yueyanglou) (YYA) and Xinyang (XAI).