Yuncheng (Yanhu) to Kunming (YCU–KMG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YCU–KMG is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Kunming Airlines, Tibet Airlines and Shandong Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 843 miles in approximately 2h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 33 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KY Kunming Airlines | 7 | 738 | 2h25 | – | – | – |
| TV Tibet Airlines | 4 | 320 | 2h40 | – | – | – |
| SC Shandong Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Kunming from Yuncheng (Yanhu)
| Metric | YCU→KMG | LYA→KMG | ENY→KMG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YCU | – | 81 mi | 129 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Flight time | 2h 25m | 2h 20m | 2h 20m |
Travel Essentials
YCU: CST · KMG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Yuncheng (Yanhu), 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.
YCU–KMG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YCU to KMG
Yuncheng Yanhu International Airport (YCU) and Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) are connected by nonstop service from Kunming Airlines, Shandong Airlines and Tibet Airlines. With 11 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
YCU to KMG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YCU to KMG ranges from 2 hours 25 minutes to 2 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 843 miles (1,357 km). There are approximately 11 weekly flights outbound and 11 return, totaling 22 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
33 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via TNA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Luoyang (Laocheng) (LYA), Yan'an (Baota) (ENY) and Xianyang (Weicheng) (XIY).