Direct (nonstop) flights from Kunming to Beijing

7 airlines fly nonstop from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Daxing International Airport (PKX). It's 1,264 miles (2,035 km), about 3h 20m in the air. Operated by Air China, China Southern Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines and others.

KMG
Kunming Changshui International Airport
🇨🇳 Kunming, China
PKX
Daxing International Airport
🇨🇳 Beijing, China
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,264 mi
2,035 km
CO₂/pax
214 kg
−47 kg vs. layover
Airlines
7
Air China +6
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air China Air China China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines China United Airlines China United Airlines Xiamen Airlines Xiamen Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines +1 more

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air China CA Air China
Route
KMG → PKX
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,264 mi
China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
KMG → PKX
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,264 mi
Beijing Capital Airlines JD Beijing Capital Airlines
Route
KMG → PKX
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,264 mi
China United Airlines KN China United Airlines
Route
KMG → PKX
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,264 mi
Xiamen Airlines MF Xiamen Airlines
Route
KMG → PKX
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,264 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
KMG → PKX
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,264 mi
Hebei Airlines NS Hebei Airlines
Route
KMG → PKX
Flight Time
3h 20m
Distance
1,264 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kunming to Beijing with one stop · direct emits 214 kg CO₂ per passenger

KMG BZX (Bazhong) PKX
Leg 1: 1h 50m (510 mi) Leg 2: 2h (766 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 261 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → BZX
1h 50m · 510 mi
View KMG to BZX flights →
Leg 2
BZX → PKX
2h · 766 mi
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KMG CIH (Changzhi) PKX
Leg 1: 2h 43m (977 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (288 mi) Total: ~3h 53m 🍃 243 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → CIH
2h 43m · 977 mi
View KMG to CIH flights →
Leg 2
CIH → PKX
1h 10m · 288 mi
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KMG TFU (Chengdu) PKX
Leg 1: 1h 20m (370 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (928 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 266 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → TFU
1h 20m · 370 mi
View KMG to TFU flights →
Leg 2
TFU → PKX
2h 35m · 928 mi
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KMG WDS (Shiyan) PKX
Leg 1: 2h 5m (706 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (567 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 261 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → WDS
2h 5m · 706 mi
View KMG to WDS flights →
Leg 2
WDS → PKX
1h 50m · 567 mi
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KMG ENH (Enshi) PKX
Leg 1: 1h 40m (538 mi) Leg 2: 2h 18m (744 mi) Total: ~3h 58m 🍃 263 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → ENH
1h 40m · 538 mi
View KMG to ENH flights →
Leg 2
ENH → PKX
2h 18m · 744 mi
View ENH to PKX flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Kunming to Beijing?

A nonstop flight from Kunming (KMG) to Beijing (PKX) takes approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 1,264 miles (2,035 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kunming to Beijing?

7 airlines: Air China, China Southern Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, China United Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Hebei Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Kunming to Beijing?

Yes. 7 airlines: Air China, China Southern Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, China United Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Hebei Airlines.

How far is Kunming from Beijing?

The flight distance from Kunming to Beijing is 1,264 miles (2,035 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 20m, 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 214 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,070 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.