Wuxi to Kunming (WUX–KMG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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WUX–KMG is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Ruili Airlines, Redhill Aviation and Air Travel lead the route. The flight covers 1,150 miles in approximately 2h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 43 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DR Ruili Airlines | 14 | 73H | 2h55-3h10 | – | – | – |
| 8L Redhill Aviation | 7 | 73H | 3h05 | – | – | – |
| A6 Air Travel | 7 | 321 | 3h10 | – | – | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines Also: 3U | 7 | 320 | 3h30 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Kunming from Wuxi
| Metric | WUX→KMG | CZX→KMG | NTG→KMG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from WUX | – | 48 mi | 51 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 35 | 28 | 17 |
| Flight time | 2h 55m | 2h 35m | 2h 50m |
Travel Essentials
WUX: CST · KMG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Wuxi, it's 6:00 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.
WUX–KMG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from WUX to KMG
Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX) and Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) are connected by nonstop service from Redhill Aviation, Air Travel, Ruili Airlines and China Eastern Airlines. With 35 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
WUX to KMG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from WUX to KMG ranges from 2 hours 55 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,150 miles (1,851 km). There are approximately 35 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 70 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
43 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via TEN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Changzhou (CZX), Nantong (Tongzhou) (NTG) and Shanghai (Minhang) (SHA).