Direct (nonstop) flights from Shenyang to Kunming

5 airlines fly nonstop from Shenyang Taoxian International Airport (SHE) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG). It's 1,638 miles (2,636 km), about 4h 55m in the air. Operated by Lucky Air, Air China, China Southern Airlines and others.

SHE
Shenyang Taoxian International Airport
🇨🇳 Shenyang, China
KMG
Kunming Changshui International Airport
🇨🇳 Kunming, China
Flight Time
4h 55m
Distance
1,638 mi
2,636 km
CO₂/pax
277 kg
−37 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
SHE → KMG
Flight Time
4h 55m
Distance
1,638 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
SHE → KMG
Flight Time
4h 55m
Distance
1,638 mi
China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
SHE → KMG
Flight Time
4h 55m
Distance
1,638 mi
Kunming Airlines KY Kunming Airlines
Route
SHE → KMG
Flight Time
4h 55m
Distance
1,638 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
SHE → KMG
Flight Time
4h 55m
Distance
1,638 mi

Alternative Routes

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

SHE CIH (Changzhi) KMG
Leg 1: 2h 15m (670 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (977 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 314 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SHE → CIH
2h 15m · 670 mi
View SHE to CIH flights →
Leg 2
CIH → KMG
2h 45m · 977 mi
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SHE LLV (Luliang) KMG
Leg 1: 2h 23m (711 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (992 mi) Total: ~5h 3m 🍃 325 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SHE → LLV
2h 23m · 711 mi
View SHE to LLV flights →
Leg 2
LLV → KMG
2h 40m · 992 mi
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SHE TYN (Taiyuan) KMG
Leg 1: 2h 5m (637 mi) Leg 2: 3h (1,041 mi) Total: ~5h 5m 🍃 319 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SHE → TYN
2h 5m · 637 mi
View SHE to TYN flights →
Leg 2
TYN → KMG
3h · 1,041 mi
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SHE WUT (Xinzhou) KMG
Leg 1: 2h 20m (594 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (1,100 mi) Total: ~5h 5m 🍃 321 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SHE → WUT
2h 20m · 594 mi
View SHE to WUT flights →
Leg 2
WUT → KMG
2h 45m · 1,100 mi
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SHE BAV (Baotou) KMG
Leg 1: 2h 13m (707 mi) Leg 2: 2h 55m (1,141 mi) Total: ~5h 8m 🍃 349 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SHE → BAV
2h 13m · 707 mi
View SHE to BAV flights →
Leg 2
BAV → KMG
2h 55m · 1,141 mi
View BAV to KMG flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Shenyang to Kunming?

A nonstop flight from Shenyang (SHE) to Kunming (KMG) takes approximately 4 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 1,638 miles (2,636 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Shenyang to Kunming?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Shenyang to Kunming?

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

How far is Shenyang from Kunming?

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

What type of aircraft flies from Shenyang to Kunming?

At 4h 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 Shenyang to Kunming?

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

Is the return flight from Kunming to Shenyang 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 Shenyang 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 Shenyang Taoxian International Airport for this flight?

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