Direct (nonstop) flights from Kunming to Chengdu

5 airlines fly nonstop from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). It's 382 miles (615 km), about 1h 30m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Chengdu Airlines and others.

KMG
Kunming Changshui International Airport
🇨🇳 Kunming, China
CTU
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
382 mi
615 km
CO₂/pax
71 kg
−56 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
Sichuan Airlines +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Air China Air China Chengdu Airlines Chengdu Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Tibet Airlines Tibet Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
KMG → CTU
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
382 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
KMG → CTU
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
382 mi
Chengdu Airlines EU Chengdu Airlines
Route
KMG → CTU
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
382 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
KMG → CTU
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
382 mi
Tibet Airlines TV Tibet Airlines
Route
KMG → CTU
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
382 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kunming to Chengdu with one stop · direct emits 71 kg CO₂ per passenger

KMG LJG (Lijiang) CTU
Leg 1: 1h 15m (199 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (350 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 127 kg CO₂ (+79% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → LJG
1h 15m · 199 mi
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Leg 2
LJG → CTU
1h 25m · 350 mi
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KMG DLU (Dali City) CTU
Leg 1: 1h 5m (167 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (405 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 131 kg CO₂ (+85% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → DLU
1h 5m · 167 mi
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Leg 2
DLU → CTU
1h 35m · 405 mi
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KMG XIC (Xichang) CTU
Leg 1: 1h 30m (203 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (208 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 102 kg CO₂ (+44% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → XIC
1h 30m · 203 mi
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Leg 2
XIC → CTU
1h 15m · 208 mi
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KMG LUM (Mangshi) CTU
Leg 1: 1h 15m (280 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (540 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 177 kg CO₂ (+149% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → LUM
1h 15m · 280 mi
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Leg 2
LUM → CTU
1h 40m · 540 mi
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KMG TCZ (Tengchong) CTU
Leg 1: 1h 15m (279 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (513 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 172 kg CO₂ (+142% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → TCZ
1h 15m · 279 mi
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Leg 2
TCZ → CTU
1h 40m · 513 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Kunming to Chengdu?

A nonstop flight from Kunming (KMG) to Chengdu (CTU) takes approximately 1 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 382 miles (615 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kunming to Chengdu?

5 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Chengdu Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Tibet Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Kunming to Chengdu?

Yes. 5 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Chengdu Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Tibet Airlines.

How far is Kunming from Chengdu?

The flight distance from Kunming to Chengdu is 382 miles (615 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Kunming to Chengdu?

At 1h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 71 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 355 km.

Is the return flight from Chengdu 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 Chengdu?

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.