Yichang (Xiaoting) to Kunming (YIH–KMG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YIH–KMG is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Redhill Aviation, Donghai Airlines and China Eastern Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 643 miles in approximately 1h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 45 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8L Redhill Aviation | 7 | 737 | 1h50 | – | – | – |
| DZ Donghai Airlines | 7 | 733 | 1h45 | – | – | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 7 | 738 | 2h | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Kunming from Yichang (Xiaoting)
| Metric | YIH→KMG | SHS→KMG | CGD→KMG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YIH | – | 60 mi | 113 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 7 | 7 |
| Flight time | 1h 45m | 1h 50m | 1h 50m |
Travel Essentials
YIH: CST · KMG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Yichang (Xiaoting), 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.
YIH–KMG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YIH to KMG
Yichang Sanxia Airport (YIH) and Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) are connected by nonstop service from Redhill Aviation, Donghai Airlines and China Eastern Airlines. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
YIH to KMG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YIH to KMG ranges from 1 hours 45 minutes to 2 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 643 miles (1,035 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
45 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via KWL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Jingzhou (Shashi) (SHS), Changde (Dingcheng) (CGD) and Zhangjiajie (Yongding) (DYG).