Direct (nonstop) flights from Kunming to Dali City

1 airline flys nonstop from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Dali (DLU). It's 167 miles (269 km), about 1h 5m in the air. Operated by China Eastern Airlines.

KMG
Kunming Changshui International Airport
🇨🇳 Kunming, China
DLU
Dali
🇨🇳 Dali City, China
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
167 mi
269 km
CO₂/pax
31 kg
−88 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 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
KMG → DLU
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
167 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kunming to Dali City with one stop · direct emits 31 kg CO₂ per passenger

KMG JHG (Jinghong) DLU
Leg 1: 1h 10m (255 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (254 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 119 kg CO₂ (+284% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → JHG
1h 10m · 255 mi
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Leg 2
JHG → DLU
1h 5m · 254 mi
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KMG LZO (Luzhou) DLU
Leg 1: 1h 25m (312 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (392 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 156 kg CO₂ (+403% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → LZO
1h 25m · 312 mi
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Leg 2
LZO → DLU
1h 20m · 392 mi
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KMG TFU (Chengdu) DLU
Leg 1: 1h 20m (370 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (408 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 169 kg CO₂ (+445% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → TFU
1h 20m · 370 mi
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Leg 2
TFU → DLU
1h 30m · 408 mi
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KMG CTU (Chengdu) DLU
Leg 1: 1h 30m (382 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (405 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 171 kg CO₂ (+452% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → CTU
1h 30m · 382 mi
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Leg 2
CTU → DLU
1h 30m · 405 mi
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KMG MIG (Mian Yang) DLU
Leg 1: 1h 35m (449 mi) Leg 2: 1h 28m (480 mi) Total: ~3h 3m 🍃 197 kg CO₂ (+535% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → MIG
1h 35m · 449 mi
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Leg 2
MIG → DLU
1h 28m · 480 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Kunming to Dali City?

A nonstop flight from Kunming (KMG) to Dali City (DLU) takes approximately 1 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 167 miles (269 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kunming to Dali City?

Just China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Kunming to Dali City?

Yes. 1 airline: China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Kunming from Dali City?

The flight distance from Kunming to Dali City is 167 miles (269 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Washington DC.

What type of aircraft flies from Kunming to Dali City?

At 1h 5m, 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 Dali City?

Roughly 31 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 155 km.

Is the return flight from Dali City 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 Dali City?

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.