Direct (nonstop) flights from Kunming to Shenyang

5 airlines fly nonstop from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Shenyang Taoxian International Airport (SHE). It's 1,638 miles (2,636 km), about 3h 55m in the air. Operated by Lucky Air, Air China, China Southern Airlines and others.

KMG
Kunming Changshui International Airport
🇨🇳 Kunming, China
SHE
Shenyang Taoxian International Airport
🇨🇳 Shenyang, China
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,638 mi
2,636 km
CO₂/pax
277 kg
−64 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
Lucky Air +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Lucky Air Lucky Air Air China Air China China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Kunming Airlines Kunming Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Lucky Air 8L Lucky Air
Route
KMG → SHE
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,638 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
KMG → SHE
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,638 mi
China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
KMG → SHE
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,638 mi
Kunming Airlines KY Kunming Airlines
Route
KMG → SHE
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,638 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
KMG → SHE
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,638 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kunming to Shenyang with one stop · direct emits 277 kg CO₂ per passenger

KMG ENY (Yan'an) SHE
Leg 1: 2h 10m (874 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (832 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 341 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → ENY
2h 10m · 874 mi
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Leg 2
ENY → SHE
2h 15m · 832 mi
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KMG YIH (Yichang) SHE
Leg 1: 1h 50m (643 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (1,015 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 316 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → YIH
1h 50m · 643 mi
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Leg 2
YIH → SHE
2h 40m · 1,015 mi
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KMG BAV (Baotou) SHE
Leg 1: 2h 40m (1,141 mi) Leg 2: 1h 53m (707 mi) Total: ~4h 33m 🍃 349 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → BAV
2h 40m · 1,141 mi
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Leg 2
BAV → SHE
1h 53m · 707 mi
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KMG LLV (Luliang) SHE
Leg 1: 2h 35m (992 mi) Leg 2: 2h (711 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 325 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → LLV
2h 35m · 992 mi
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Leg 2
LLV → SHE
2h · 711 mi
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KMG YNT (Yantai) SHE
Leg 1: 3h 13m (1,369 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (304 mi) Total: ~4h 38m 🍃 312 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → YNT
3h 13m · 1,369 mi
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Leg 2
YNT → SHE
1h 25m · 304 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Kunming to Shenyang?

A nonstop flight from Kunming (KMG) to Shenyang (SHE) takes approximately 3 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 1,638 miles (2,636 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kunming to Shenyang?

5 airlines: Lucky Air, Air China, China Southern Airlines, Kunming Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Kunming to Shenyang?

Yes. 5 airlines: Lucky Air, Air China, China Southern Airlines, Kunming Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Kunming from Shenyang?

The flight distance from Kunming to Shenyang is 1,638 miles (2,636 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Kunming to Shenyang?

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 Shenyang?

Roughly 277 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,385 km.

Is the return flight from Shenyang 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 Shenyang?

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.