Direct (nonstop) flights from Lijiang to Kunming

1 airline flys nonstop from Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG). It's 199 miles (320 km), about 1h 10m in the air. Operated by China Eastern Airlines.

LJG
Lijiang Sanyi Airport
🇨🇳 Lijiang, China
KMG
Kunming Changshui International Airport
🇨🇳 Kunming, China
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
199 mi
320 km
CO₂/pax
37 kg
−75 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
China Eastern Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
LJG → KMG
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
199 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lijiang to Kunming with one stop · direct emits 37 kg CO₂ per passenger

LJG LUM (Mangshi) KMG
Leg 1: 55m (190 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (280 mi) Total: ~2h 5m 🍃 112 kg CO₂ (+203% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LJG → LUM
55m · 190 mi
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Leg 2
LUM → KMG
1h 10m · 280 mi
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LJG JHG (Jinghong) KMG
Leg 1: 1h 10m (325 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (255 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 132 kg CO₂ (+257% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LJG → JHG
1h 10m · 325 mi
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Leg 2
JHG → KMG
1h 5m · 255 mi
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LJG LZO (Luzhou) KMG
Leg 1: 1h 20m (358 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (312 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 149 kg CO₂ (+303% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LJG → LZO
1h 20m · 358 mi
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Leg 2
LZO → KMG
1h 15m · 312 mi
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LJG TFU (Chengdu) KMG
Leg 1: 1h 20m (357 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (370 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 160 kg CO₂ (+332% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LJG → TFU
1h 20m · 357 mi
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Leg 2
TFU → KMG
1h 25m · 370 mi
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LJG CTU (Chengdu) KMG
Leg 1: 1h 25m (350 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (382 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 161 kg CO₂ (+335% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LJG → CTU
1h 25m · 350 mi
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Leg 2
CTU → KMG
1h 30m · 382 mi
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KMG → LJG: Flights from Kunming to Lijiang

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lijiang to Kunming?

A nonstop flight from Lijiang (LJG) to Kunming (KMG) takes approximately 1 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 199 miles (320 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lijiang to Kunming?

Just China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lijiang to Kunming?

Yes. 1 airline: China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Lijiang from Kunming?

The flight distance from Lijiang to Kunming is 199 miles (320 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Washington DC.

What type of aircraft flies from Lijiang to Kunming?

At 1h 10m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Lijiang to Kunming?

Roughly 37 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 185 km.

Is the return flight from Kunming to Lijiang 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 Lijiang to Kunming?

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 Lijiang Sanyi Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.