Airport Comparison
Chengdu (CTU) to Kunming (KMG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Kunming Wujiaba International Airport (KMG) in Kunming, China is 633 kilometers (393 miles / 342 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south at a heading of 191°.
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 a domestic route within China. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 02:04 in Chengdu, it's 02:04 in Kunming.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,592 feet between the two airports. Kunming Wujiaba International Airport sits higher than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Kunming (KMG) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 11° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) and Kunming Wujiaba International Airport (KMG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.