Yantai to Kunming (YNT–KMG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YNT–KMG is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, Sichuan Airlines and Ruili Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,368 miles in approximately 3h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 32 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 14 | 32N | 3h45-3h55 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| 3U Sichuan Airlines | 7 | 320 | 3h45 | – | – | – |
| DR Ruili Airlines | 7 | 73H | 3h25 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Kunming from Yantai
| Metric | YNT→KMG | WEH→KMG | DLC→KMG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YNT | – | 76 mi | 95 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 7 | 7 |
| Flight time | 3h 25m | 3h 55m | 4h 10m |
Travel Essentials
YNT: CST · KMG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Yantai, 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.
YNT–KMG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YNT to KMG
Yantai Penglai International Airport (YNT) and Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) are connected by nonstop service from Sichuan Airlines, Ruili Airlines and China Eastern Airlines. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
YNT to KMG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YNT to KMG ranges from 3 hours 25 minutes to 3 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,368 miles (2,202 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
32 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via CTU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Weihai (WEH), Dalian (Ganjingzi) (DLC) and Qingdao (Jiaozhou) (TAO).