Xinyang to Kunming (XAI–KMG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
XAI–KMG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Redhill Aviation leads the route. The flight covers 847 miles in approximately 2h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 5 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8L Redhill Aviation | 3 | 73H | 2h35 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Kunming from Xinyang
| Metric | XAI→KMG | FUG→KMG | XFN→KMG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from XAI | – | 99 mi | 108 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 3 | 4 | 4 |
| Flight time | 2h 35m | 2h 40m | 2h 10m |
Travel Essentials
XAI: CST · KMG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Xinyang, 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.
XAI–KMG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from XAI to KMG
Xinyang Minggang Airport (XAI) and Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) are connected by nonstop service from Redhill Aviation. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
XAI to KMG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from XAI to KMG ranges from 2 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 847 miles (1,363 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
5 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via TFU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Yingzhou, Fuyang (FUG), Xiangyang (Xiangzhou) (XFN) and Wuhan (Huangpi) (WUH).