Airport Comparison
Bangkok (BKK) to Kunming (KMG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) in Bangkok, Thailand to Kunming Wujiaba International Airport (KMG) in Kunming, China is 1,275 kilometers (792 miles / 688 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north at a heading of 9°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Thailand with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:23 in Bangkok, it's 03:23 in Kunming.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,212 feet between the two airports. Kunming Wujiaba International Airport sits higher than Suvarnabhumi Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Kunming (KMG) to Bangkok (BKK) follows a heading of 190° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Kunming Wujiaba International Airport (KMG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.