Direct (nonstop) flights from Kunming to Dalian

1 airline flys nonstop from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC). It's 1,445 miles (2,326 km), about 3h 55m in the air. Operated by China Eastern Airlines.

KMG
Kunming Changshui International Airport
🇨🇳 Kunming, China
DLC
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport
🇨🇳 Dalian, China
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,445 mi
2,326 km
CO₂/pax
244 kg
−29 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
China Eastern Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 25, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
KMG → DLC
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,445 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kunming to Dalian with one stop · direct emits 244 kg CO₂ per passenger

KMG YNT (Yantai) DLC
Leg 1: 3h 13m (1,369 mi) Leg 2: 50m (94 mi) Total: ~4h 3m 🍃 273 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → YNT
3h 13m · 1,369 mi
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Leg 2
YNT → DLC
50m · 94 mi
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KMG HIA (Huai'an) DLC
Leg 1: 2h 48m (1,143 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (381 mi) Total: ~4h 3m 🍃 288 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → HIA
2h 48m · 1,143 mi
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Leg 2
HIA → DLC
1h 15m · 381 mi
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KMG HFE (Hefei) DLC
Leg 1: 2h 20m (976 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (544 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 291 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → HFE
2h 20m · 976 mi
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Leg 2
HFE → DLC
1h 45m · 544 mi
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KMG XUZ (Xuzhou) DLC
Leg 1: 2h 35m (1,072 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (404 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 281 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → XUZ
2h 35m · 1,072 mi
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Leg 2
XUZ → DLC
1h 30m · 404 mi
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KMG TNA (Jinan) DLC
Leg 1: 3h (1,169 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (277 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 274 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → TNA
3h · 1,169 mi
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Leg 2
TNA → DLC
1h 10m · 277 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Kunming to Dalian?

A nonstop flight from Kunming (KMG) to Dalian (DLC) takes approximately 3 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 1,445 miles (2,326 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kunming to Dalian?

Just China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Kunming to Dalian?

Yes. 1 airline: China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Kunming from Dalian?

The flight distance from Kunming to Dalian is 1,445 miles (2,326 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 Kunming to Dalian?

At 3h 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 Kunming to Dalian?

Roughly 244 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,220 km.

Is the return flight from Dalian 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 Dalian?

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.