Xianyang (Weicheng) to Kunming (XIY–KMG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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XIY–KMG is served by 8 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, Kunming Airlines and Air Changan lead the route. The flight covers 733 miles in approximately 2h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 98 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines Also: 3U | 42 | 320, 32N, 738, 7M8 | 2h10-2h35 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| KY Kunming Airlines | 24 | 738 | 2h15-2h20 | – | – | – |
| 9H Air Changan | 14 | 738 | 2h05-2h15 | – | – | – |
| 8L Redhill Aviation | 7 | 737 | 2h10 | – | – | – |
| DR Ruili Airlines | 7 | 73H | 2h30 | – | – | – |
| GS Grant Aviation | 7 | 320 | 2h30 | – | – | – |
| HU Hainan Airlines | 7 | 73H | 2h06 | – | – | – |
| JD Jet Aviation Flight Services | 3 | 32A | 2h25 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Kunming from Xianyang (Weicheng)
| Metric | XIY→KMG | YCU→KMG | ENY→KMG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from XIY | – | 138 mi | 146 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 8 | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 118 | 11 | 4 |
| Flight time | 2h 5m | 2h 25m | 2h 20m |
Travel Essentials
XIY: CST · KMG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Xianyang (Weicheng), it's 6:00 PM in Kunming.
Xi'an Metro Line 14 opened in 2024 and connects Xi'an North (high-speed rail station) to T5 at Xianyang Airport in 30–35 minutes (¥6). This replaced the previous airport shuttle bus as the default transit option for most travelers. Line 14 also connects to Xi'an central via transfers at Xi'an North.Airport shuttle buses still serve the city centre and Bell Tower area (¥30, 50–70 min). Taxis from Xi'an Zhonglou (Bell Tower area) cost ¥80–120 and take 40–60 minutes on the G30 expressway. DiDi is widely used. The airport is 47 km northwest of the city centre.
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.
XIY–KMG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from XIY to KMG
Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) and Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) are connected by nonstop service from Redhill Aviation, Air Changan, Ruili Airlines, Grant Aviation, Hainan Airlines, Jet Aviation Flight Services, Kunming Airlines and China Eastern Airlines. With 118 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
XIY to KMG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from XIY to KMG ranges from 2 hours 5 minutes to 2 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 733 miles (1,180 km). There are approximately 118 weekly flights outbound and 120 return, totaling 238 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
98 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via WXN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Yuncheng (Yanhu) (YCU), Yan'an (Baota) (ENY) and Shiyan (Maojian) (WDS).