Direct (nonstop) flights from Kunming to Yichang

3 airlines fly nonstop from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Yichang Airport (YIH). It's 643 miles (1,035 km), about 1h 50m in the air. Operated by Lucky Air, Donghai Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

KMG
Kunming Changshui International Airport
🇨🇳 Kunming, China
YIH
Yichang Airport
🇨🇳 Yichang, China
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
643 mi
1,035 km
CO₂/pax
119 kg
−53 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Lucky Air +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Lucky Air Lucky Air Donghai Airlines Donghai Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Lucky Air 8L Lucky Air
Route
KMG → YIH
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
643 mi
Donghai Airlines DZ Donghai Airlines
Route
KMG → YIH
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
643 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
KMG → YIH
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
643 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kunming to Yichang with one stop · direct emits 119 kg CO₂ per passenger

KMG TFU (Chengdu) YIH
Leg 1: 1h 20m (370 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (420 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 172 kg CO₂ (+45% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → TFU
1h 20m · 370 mi
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Leg 2
TFU → YIH
1h 25m · 420 mi
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KMG CTU (Chengdu) YIH
Leg 1: 1h 30m (382 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (448 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 179 kg CO₂ (+50% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → CTU
1h 30m · 382 mi
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Leg 2
CTU → YIH
1h 20m · 448 mi
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KMG KWL (Guilin) YIH
Leg 1: 1h 35m (446 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (377 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 177 kg CO₂ (+49% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → KWL
1h 35m · 446 mi
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Leg 2
KWL → YIH
1h 20m · 377 mi
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KMG NNG (Nanning) YIH
Leg 1: 1h 30m (373 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (583 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 202 kg CO₂ (+70% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → NNG
1h 30m · 373 mi
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Leg 2
NNG → YIH
1h 50m · 583 mi
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KMG JHG (Jinghong) YIH
Leg 1: 1h 10m (255 mi) Leg 2: 2h 13m (888 mi) Total: ~3h 23m 🍃 236 kg CO₂ (+98% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → JHG
1h 10m · 255 mi
View KMG to JHG flights →
Leg 2
JHG → YIH
2h 13m · 888 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Kunming to Yichang?

A nonstop flight from Kunming (KMG) to Yichang (YIH) takes approximately 1 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 643 miles (1,035 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kunming to Yichang?

3 airlines: Lucky Air, Donghai Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Kunming to Yichang?

Yes. 3 airlines: Lucky Air, Donghai Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Kunming from Yichang?

The flight distance from Kunming to Yichang is 643 miles (1,035 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Kunming to Yichang?

At 1h 50m, 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 Yichang?

Roughly 119 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 595 km.

Is the return flight from Yichang 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 Yichang?

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.