Liangshan (Xichang) to Kunming (XIC–KMG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
CTU Chengdu (Shuangliu) 4h 10m 3UTV → 3UCAMU Chengdu (Shuangliu) (CTU) to Kunming flights
CKG Chongqing 4h 33m G5 → 3U8LMU Chongqing (CKG) to Kunming flights
CSX Changsha (Changsha) 5h 3U → 8LA6BK Changsha (Changsha) (CSX) to Kunming flights
XIY Xianyang (Weicheng) 5h 10m 3U → 3U8L9H Xianyang (Weicheng) (XIY) to Kunming flights
WUH Wuhan (Huangpi) 5h 23m 3U → 3U8LCZ Wuhan (Huangpi) (WUH) to Kunming flights
LZO Luzhou (Yunlong) 5h 25m 3U → 8LMU Luzhou (Yunlong) (LZO) to Kunming flights
TFU Chengdu (Jianyang) 5h 30m CAZH → 3U8LCA Chengdu (Jianyang) (TFU) to Kunming flights
SZX Shenzhen 5h 40m 3U → 3U8LCA Shenzhen (SZX) to Kunming flights
CGO Zhengzhou 6h 15m GY → 3U8LCZ Zhengzhou (CGO) to Kunming flights
HGH Hangzhou 7h 5m TV → 3U8LCA Hangzhou (HGH) to Kunming flights
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Liangshan (Xichang) to Kunming
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.

While no nonstop service exists between XIC and KMG, 1-stop connecting options are available.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for XIC to KMG.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
17
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~13h
Longest
CTU ~4h 10m CKG ~4h 33m CSX ~5h 0m XIY ~5h 10m WUH ~5h 23m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,216
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Kunming from Liangshan (Xichang)

Nearby airports with service to Kunming Changshui International Airport.
Metric XIC→KMG DIG→KMG DLU→KMG
Distance from XIC – 154 mi 198 mi
Nonstop airlines – 2 1
Weekly flights – 24 –
Diqing (Shangri-La) (DIG) to Kunming flights · Dali (Xiaguan) (DLU) to Kunming flights
Airports within 200 miles of XIC with service to Kunming Changshui International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Kunming is 0 hours the same as Liangshan (Xichang).
XIC: CST · KMG: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Liangshan (Xichang), it's 6:00 PM in Kunming.
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

XIC–KMG Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Liangshan (Xichang) to Kunming route.
Route details
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: XIC
Full nameXichang Qingshan Airport
IATA / ICAOXIC / ZUXC
TimezoneAsia/Chongqing
Elevation5,112 ft / 1,558 m
Destination: KMG
Full nameKunming Changshui International Airport
IATA / ICAOKMG / ZPPP
TimezoneAsia/Chongqing
Passengers/yr47.1M
Elevation6,903 ft / 2,104 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about XIC to KMG flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Chengdu Shuangliu, Chongqing Jiangbei and Changsha Huanghua.
Yes, return flights from KMG to XIC are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include DIG and DLU. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Chengdu Shuangliu, Chongqing Jiangbei and Changsha Huanghua. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Diqing (Shangri-La) (DIG) and Dali (Xiaguan) (DLU).