Yichun to Kunming (YIC–KMG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YIC–KMG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Redhill Aviation leads the route. The flight covers 727 miles in approximately 2h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 7 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8L Redhill Aviation | 3 | 737 | 2h10 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Kunming from Yichun
| Metric | YIC→KMG | JGS→KMG | CSX→KMG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YIC | – | 70 mi | 71 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| Weekly flights | 3 | 7 | 95 |
| Flight time | 2h 10m | 2h 15m | 1h 45m |
Travel Essentials
YIC: CST · KMG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Yichun, 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.
YIC–KMG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YIC to KMG
Yichun Mingyueshan Airport (YIC) and Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) are connected by nonstop service from Redhill Aviation. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
YIC to KMG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YIC to KMG ranges from 2 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 727 miles (1,170 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
7 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via WNZ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Ji'an (JGS), Changsha (Changsha) (CSX) and Yueyang (Yueyanglou) (YYA).