Direct (nonstop) flights from Lhasa/Lasa to Kunming

3 airlines fly nonstop from Lhasa Airport (LXA) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG). It's 793 miles (1,277 km), about 2h 25m in the air. Operated by Lucky Air, China Eastern Airlines, Tibet Airlines.

LXA
Lhasa Airport
🇨🇳 Lhasa/Lasa, China
KMG
Kunming Changshui International Airport
🇨🇳 Kunming, China
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
793 mi
1,277 km
CO₂/pax
147 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Lucky Air +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Lucky Air Lucky Air China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Tibet Airlines Tibet Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Lucky Air 8L Lucky Air
Route
LXA → KMG
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
793 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
LXA → KMG
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
793 mi
Tibet Airlines TV Tibet Airlines
Route
LXA → KMG
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
793 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lhasa/Lasa to Kunming with one stop · direct emits 147 kg CO₂ per passenger

LXA LJG (Lijiang) KMG
Leg 1: 1h 55m (598 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (199 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 173 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LXA → LJG
1h 55m · 598 mi
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Leg 2
LJG → KMG
1h 10m · 199 mi
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LXA DIG (Diqing) KMG
Leg 1: 2h (542 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (273 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 176 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LXA → DIG
2h · 542 mi
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Leg 2
DIG → KMG
1h 5m · 273 mi
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LXA MIG (Mian Yang) KMG
Leg 1: 2h (838 mi) Leg 2: 1h 23m (449 mi) Total: ~3h 23m 🍃 263 kg CO₂ (+79% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LXA → MIG
2h · 838 mi
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Leg 2
MIG → KMG
1h 23m · 449 mi
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LXA LZO (Luzhou) KMG
Leg 1: 2h 15m (879 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (312 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 246 kg CO₂ (+67% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LXA → LZO
2h 15m · 879 mi
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Leg 2
LZO → KMG
1h 15m · 312 mi
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LXA CTU (Chengdu) KMG
Leg 1: 2h 5m (787 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (382 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 242 kg CO₂ (+65% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LXA → CTU
2h 5m · 787 mi
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Leg 2
CTU → KMG
1h 30m · 382 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lhasa/Lasa to Kunming?

A nonstop flight from Lhasa/Lasa (LXA) to Kunming (KMG) takes approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 793 miles (1,277 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lhasa/Lasa to Kunming?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Lhasa/Lasa to Kunming?

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

How far is Lhasa/Lasa from Kunming?

The flight distance from Lhasa/Lasa to Kunming is 793 miles (1,277 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Lhasa/Lasa to Kunming?

At 2h 25m, 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 Lhasa/Lasa to Kunming?

Roughly 147 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 735 km.

Is the return flight from Kunming to Lhasa/Lasa 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 Lhasa/Lasa 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 Lhasa Airport for this flight?

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