Direct (nonstop) flights from Kunming to Changchun

1 airline flys nonstop from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Changchun Longjia International Airport (CGQ). It's 1,826 miles (2,939 km), about 4h 30m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines.

KMG
Kunming Changshui International Airport
🇨🇳 Kunming, China
CGQ
Changchun Longjia International Airport
🇨🇳 Changchun, China
Flight Time
4h 30m
Distance
1,826 mi
2,939 km
CO₂/pax
309 kg
−47 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
China Southern Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
KMG → CGQ
Flight Time
4h 30m
Distance
1,826 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kunming to Changchun with one stop · direct emits 309 kg CO₂ per passenger

KMG XUZ (Xuzhou) CGQ
Leg 1: 2h 35m (1,072 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (812 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 356 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → XUZ
2h 35m · 1,072 mi
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Leg 2
XUZ → CGQ
2h 20m · 812 mi
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KMG UYN (Yulin) CGQ
Leg 1: 2h 35m (994 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (922 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 364 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → UYN
2h 35m · 994 mi
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Leg 2
UYN → CGQ
2h 20m · 922 mi
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KMG YNT (Yantai) CGQ
Leg 1: 3h 13m (1,369 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (501 mi) Total: ~4h 58m 🍃 349 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → YNT
3h 13m · 1,369 mi
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Leg 2
YNT → CGQ
1h 45m · 501 mi
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KMG HIA (Huai'an) CGQ
Leg 1: 2h 48m (1,143 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (787 mi) Total: ~4h 58m 🍃 364 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → HIA
2h 48m · 1,143 mi
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Leg 2
HIA → CGQ
2h 10m · 787 mi
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KMG HFE (Hefei) CGQ
Leg 1: 2h 20m (976 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (953 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 351 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → HFE
2h 20m · 976 mi
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Leg 2
HFE → CGQ
2h 40m · 953 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Kunming to Changchun?

A nonstop flight from Kunming (KMG) to Changchun (CGQ) takes approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 1,826 miles (2,939 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kunming to Changchun?

Just China Southern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Kunming to Changchun?

Yes. 1 airline: China Southern Airlines.

How far is Kunming from Changchun?

The flight distance from Kunming to Changchun is 1,826 miles (2,939 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Kunming to Changchun?

At 4h 30m, 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 Kunming to Changchun?

Roughly 309 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,545 km.

Is the return flight from Changchun to Kunming 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 Kunming to Changchun?

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 Kunming Changshui International Airport for this flight?

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