Direct (nonstop) flights from Kunming to Yantai

3 airlines fly nonstop from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Penglai International Airport (YNT). It's 1,369 miles (2,203 km), about 3h 13m in the air. Operated by Ruili Airlines, Loong Air, China Eastern Airlines.

KMG
Kunming Changshui International Airport
🇨🇳 Kunming, China
YNT
Penglai International Airport
🇨🇳 Yantai, China
Flight Time
3h 13m
Distance
1,369 mi
2,203 km
CO₂/pax
231 kg
−32 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Ruili Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Ruili Airlines Ruili Airlines Loong Air Loong Air China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Ruili Airlines DR Ruili Airlines
Route
KMG → YNT
Flight Time
3h 13m
Distance
1,369 mi
Loong Air GJ Loong Air
Route
KMG → YNT
Flight Time
3h 13m
Distance
1,369 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
KMG → YNT
Flight Time
3h 13m
Distance
1,369 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kunming to Yantai with one stop · direct emits 231 kg CO₂ per passenger

KMG TNA (Jinan) YNT
Leg 1: 3h (1,169 mi) Leg 2: 55m (215 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 263 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → TNA
3h · 1,169 mi
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Leg 2
TNA → YNT
55m · 215 mi
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KMG CTU (Chengdu) YNT
Leg 1: 1h 30m (382 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (1,089 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 280 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → CTU
1h 30m · 382 mi
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Leg 2
CTU → YNT
2h 30m · 1,089 mi
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KMG HFE (Hefei) YNT
Leg 1: 2h 20m (976 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (452 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 274 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → HFE
2h 20m · 976 mi
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Leg 2
HFE → YNT
1h 40m · 452 mi
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KMG NKG (Nanjing) YNT
Leg 1: 2h 35m (1,071 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (425 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 285 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → NKG
2h 35m · 1,071 mi
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Leg 2
NKG → YNT
1h 30m · 425 mi
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KMG TFU (Chengdu) YNT
Leg 1: 1h 20m (370 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (1,074 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 275 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KMG → TFU
1h 20m · 370 mi
View KMG to TFU flights →
Leg 2
TFU → YNT
2h 45m · 1,074 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Kunming to Yantai?

A nonstop flight from Kunming (KMG) to Yantai (YNT) takes approximately 3 hours and 13 minutes. The distance is 1,369 miles (2,203 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kunming to Yantai?

3 airlines: Ruili Airlines, Loong Air, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Kunming to Yantai?

Yes. 3 airlines: Ruili Airlines, Loong Air, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Kunming from Yantai?

The flight distance from Kunming to Yantai is 1,369 miles (2,203 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 Yantai?

At 3h 13m, 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 Yantai?

Roughly 231 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,155 km.

Is the return flight from Yantai 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 Yantai?

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.