Direct (nonstop) flights from Yantai to Kunming

3 airlines fly nonstop from Penglai International Airport (YNT) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG). It's 1,369 miles (2,203 km), about 3h 45m in the air. Operated by Ruili Airlines, Loong Air, China Eastern Airlines.

YNT
Penglai International Airport
🇨🇳 Yantai, China
KMG
Kunming Changshui International Airport
🇨🇳 Kunming, China
Flight Time
3h 45m
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
YNT → KMG
Flight Time
3h 45m
Distance
1,369 mi
Loong Air GJ Loong Air
Route
YNT → KMG
Flight Time
3h 45m
Distance
1,369 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
YNT → KMG
Flight Time
3h 45m
Distance
1,369 mi

Alternative Routes

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

YNT TNA (Jinan) KMG
Leg 1: 55m (215 mi) Leg 2: 3h 15m (1,169 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 263 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YNT → TNA
55m · 215 mi
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Leg 2
TNA → KMG
3h 15m · 1,169 mi
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YNT CTU (Chengdu) KMG
Leg 1: 2h 50m (1,089 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (382 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 280 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YNT → CTU
2h 50m · 1,089 mi
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Leg 2
CTU → KMG
1h 30m · 382 mi
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YNT YIH (Yichang) KMG
Leg 1: 2h 25m (732 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (643 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 279 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YNT → YIH
2h 25m · 732 mi
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Leg 2
YIH → KMG
2h 5m · 643 mi
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YNT CGO (Zhengzhou) KMG
Leg 1: 1h 43m (454 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (921 mi) Total: ~4h 33m 🍃 279 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YNT → CGO
1h 43m · 454 mi
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Leg 2
CGO → KMG
2h 50m · 921 mi
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YNT TFU (Chengdu) KMG
Leg 1: 3h 10m (1,074 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (370 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 275 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YNT → TFU
3h 10m · 1,074 mi
View YNT to TFU flights →
Leg 2
TFU → KMG
1h 25m · 370 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Yantai to Kunming?

A nonstop flight from Yantai (YNT) to Kunming (KMG) takes approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes. The distance is 1,369 miles (2,203 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Yantai to Kunming?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Yantai to Kunming?

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

How far is Yantai from Kunming?

The flight distance from Yantai to Kunming 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 Yantai to Kunming?

At 3h 45m, 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 Yantai to Kunming?

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

Is the return flight from Kunming to Yantai 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 Yantai 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 Penglai International Airport for this flight?

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