Direct (nonstop) flights from Kunming to Beijing

5 airlines fly nonstop from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). It's 1,300 miles (2,092 km), about 3h 45m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Air China and others.

KMG
Kunming Changshui International Airport
🇨🇳 Kunming, China
PEK
Beijing Capital International Airport
🇨🇳 Beijing, China
Flight Time
3h 45m
Distance
1,300 mi
2,092 km
CO₂/pax
220 kg
−47 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
Sichuan Airlines +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Lucky Air Lucky Air Air China Air China Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines Kunming Airlines Kunming Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
KMG → PEK
Flight Time
3h 45m
Distance
1,300 mi
Lucky Air 8L Lucky Air
Route
KMG → PEK
Flight Time
3h 45m
Distance
1,300 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
KMG → PEK
Flight Time
3h 45m
Distance
1,300 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
KMG → PEK
Flight Time
3h 45m
Distance
1,300 mi
Kunming Airlines KY Kunming Airlines
Route
KMG → PEK
Flight Time
3h 45m
Distance
1,300 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kunming to Beijing with one stop · direct emits 220 kg CO₂ per passenger

KMG WXN (Wanxian) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 45m (516 mi) Leg 2: 2h (787 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 267 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → WXN
1h 45m · 516 mi
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Leg 2
WXN → PEK
2h · 787 mi
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KMG TFU (Chengdu) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 20m (370 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (960 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 256 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → TFU
1h 20m · 370 mi
View KMG to TFU flights →
Leg 2
TFU → PEK
2h 30m · 960 mi
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KMG TYN (Taiyuan) PEK
Leg 1: 2h 45m (1,041 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (267 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 250 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → TYN
2h 45m · 1,041 mi
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Leg 2
TYN → PEK
1h 10m · 267 mi
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KMG CIH (Changzhi) PEK
Leg 1: 2h 43m (977 mi) Leg 2: 1h 18m (324 mi) Total: ~4h 1m 🍃 250 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → CIH
2h 43m · 977 mi
View KMG to CIH flights →
Leg 2
CIH → PEK
1h 18m · 324 mi
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KMG CKG (Chongqing) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 35m (391 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (909 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 265 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → CKG
1h 35m · 391 mi
View KMG to CKG flights →
Leg 2
CKG → PEK
2h 30m · 909 mi
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PEK → KMG: Flights from Beijing to Kunming

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Kunming to Beijing?

A nonstop flight from Kunming (KMG) to Beijing (PEK) takes approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes. The distance is 1,300 miles (2,092 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kunming to Beijing?

5 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Air China, Hainan Airlines, Kunming Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Kunming to Beijing?

Yes. 5 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Air China, Hainan Airlines, Kunming Airlines.

How far is Kunming from Beijing?

The flight distance from Kunming to Beijing is 1,300 miles (2,092 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 Beijing?

At 3h 45m, 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 Beijing?

Roughly 220 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,100 km.

Is the return flight from Beijing 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 Beijing?

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.