Direct (nonstop) flights from Hefei to Kunming

5 airlines fly nonstop from Hefei Xinqiao Airport (HFE) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG). It's 976 miles (1,570 km), about 2h 55m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Okay Airways and others.

HFE
Hefei Xinqiao Airport
🇨🇳 Hefei, China
KMG
Kunming Changshui International Airport
🇨🇳 Kunming, China
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
976 mi
1,570 km
CO₂/pax
165 kg
−41 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
Sichuan Airlines +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Lucky Air Lucky Air Okay Airways Okay Airways China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines West Air (China) West Air (China)

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
HFE → KMG
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
976 mi
Lucky Air 8L Lucky Air
Route
HFE → KMG
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
976 mi
Okay Airways BK Okay Airways
Route
HFE → KMG
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
976 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
HFE → KMG
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
976 mi
West Air (China) PN West Air (China)
Route
HFE → KMG
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
976 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Hefei to Kunming with one stop · direct emits 165 kg CO₂ per passenger

HFE TEN (Tongren) KMG
Leg 1: 1h 55m (540 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (438 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 206 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HFE → TEN
1h 55m · 540 mi
View HFE to TEN flights →
Leg 2
TEN → KMG
1h 30m · 438 mi
View TEN to KMG flights →
HFE MIG (Mian Yang) KMG
Leg 1: 2h 15m (720 mi) Leg 2: 1h 23m (449 mi) Total: ~3h 38m 🍃 241 kg CO₂ (+46% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HFE → MIG
2h 15m · 720 mi
View HFE to MIG flights →
Leg 2
MIG → KMG
1h 23m · 449 mi
View MIG to KMG flights →
HFE CKG (Chongqing) KMG
Leg 1: 2h 10m (633 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (391 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 214 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HFE → CKG
2h 10m · 633 mi
View HFE to CKG flights →
Leg 2
CKG → KMG
1h 35m · 391 mi
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HFE KWL (Guilin) KMG
Leg 1: 2h 8m (628 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (446 mi) Total: ~3h 48m 🍃 223 kg CO₂ (+35% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HFE → KWL
2h 8m · 628 mi
View HFE to KWL flights →
Leg 2
KWL → KMG
1h 40m · 446 mi
View KWL to KMG flights →
HFE TFU (Chengdu) KMG
Leg 1: 2h 30m (751 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (370 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 233 kg CO₂ (+41% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HFE → TFU
2h 30m · 751 mi
View HFE to TFU flights →
Leg 2
TFU → KMG
1h 25m · 370 mi
View TFU to KMG flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Hefei to Kunming?

A nonstop flight from Hefei (HFE) to Kunming (KMG) takes approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 976 miles (1,570 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Hefei to Kunming?

5 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Okay Airways, China Eastern Airlines, West Air (China).

Is there a nonstop flight from Hefei to Kunming?

Yes. 5 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Okay Airways, China Eastern Airlines, West Air (China).

How far is Hefei from Kunming?

The flight distance from Hefei to Kunming is 976 miles (1,570 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Hefei to Kunming?

At 2h 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Hefei to Kunming?

Roughly 165 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 825 km.

Is the return flight from Kunming to Hefei also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Hefei to Kunming?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Hefei Xinqiao Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.