Zhongwei (Shapotou) to Kunming (ZHY–KMG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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3U Sichuan
320
10:40 AM
+06
1:05 PM
CST
2h 25m
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Zhongwei (Shapotou) to Kunming
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 871 mi 2h 25m nonstop +2h ahead 5 1-stop hubs

ZHY–KMG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Sichuan Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 871 miles in approximately 2h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 5 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop ZHY–KMG service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
3U Sichuan Airlines 7 320 2h25
Aircraft on this route
320 Airbus A320 – 3U
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: 3U (7 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, ZHY to KMG direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
7
Outbound / wk
0
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ZHY to KMG.
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One-Stop Connections
5
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~16h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
308
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Other ways to reach Kunming from Zhongwei (Shapotou)

Nearby airports with service to Kunming Changshui International Airport.
Metric ZHY→KMG INC→KMG LHW→KMG
Distance from ZHY 85 mi 112 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 2 6
Weekly flights 7 25 58
Flight time 2h 25m 2h 35m 2h 5m
Airports within 200 miles of ZHY with service to Kunming Changshui International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Kunming is 2 hours ahead of Zhongwei (Shapotou).
ZHY: +06 · KMG: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Zhongwei (Shapotou), it's 8:00 PM in Kunming.
Distance & Flight Time
871 mi / 1,402 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 25m.
Getting from KMG

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 Climate

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.

ZHY–KMG Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Zhongwei (Shapotou) to Kunming route.
Route details
Distance871 mi / 1,402 km
Flight time2h 25m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out
1-stop connections5 hubs
Origin: ZHY
IATA / ICAOZHY / ZLZW
TimezoneAsia/Urumqi
Elevation4,088 ft / 1,246 m
Destination: KMG
IATA / ICAOKMG / ZPPP
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr47.1M
Elevation6,903 ft / 2,104 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ZHY to KMG flights.
Nonstop flights from Zhongwei Shapotou Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport take approximately 2h 25m. The route covers 871 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Sichuan Airlines.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from ZHY to KMG.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through XNN, XIY, URC, CGO and CKG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Kunming is 2 hours ahead of Zhongwei (Shapotou).
Nearby alternatives include INC, LHW and XNN. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from ZHY to KMG

Zhongwei Shapotou Airport (ZHY) and Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) are connected by nonstop service from Sichuan Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

ZHY to KMG Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from ZHY to KMG ranges from 2 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 871 miles (1,402 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

5 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via XNN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Yinchuan (INC), Lanzhou (Yongdeng) (LHW) and Haidong (Huzhu Tu Autonomous County) (XNN).