Airport Comparison
Kunming (KMG) to Taipei (TPE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kunming Wujiaba International Airport (KMG) in Kunming, China to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) in Taipei, Taiwan is 1,861 kilometers (1,157 miles / 1,005 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east at a heading of 86°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting China with Taiwan. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:53 in Kunming, it's 12:53 in Taipei.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,111 feet between the two airports. Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport sits lower than Kunming Wujiaba International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Taipei (TPE) to Kunming (KMG) follows a heading of 274° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Kunming Wujiaba International Airport (KMG) and Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.