How long does the flight from Bangkok to Kunming take?

Flight time from Bangkok (BKK) to Kunming (KMG) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. Check the exact duration in the search results above, where we show block time per itinerary along with stop count.

Which airlines fly from Bangkok to Kunming?

Airline availability for BKK to KMG changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. Our search above pulls live schedules and returns the airlines currently selling this route, both direct and connecting. Codeshare and interline itineraries are included, so you may see results operated by one carrier but sold by another.

Are there direct flights from Bangkok to Kunming?

Direct (nonstop) availability on BKK to KMG varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons. Use our search above with flexible dates to see which days actually have nonstop options.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Bangkok to Kunming?

Prices on BKK to KMG shift with seasonality, school holidays, and major events at both ends. Our 12-month price calendar below the search results shows the lowest fare found per departure date, which makes it easy to spot the cheapest weeks at a glance. Flexibility of a few days around your target date often unlocks significantly lower fares.

Bangkok to Kunming flights

Direct and connecting flights from Bangkok (BKK) to Kunming (KMG). Compare airlines, aircraft, and fares.

Distance: 1,291 km (802 mi)
Flight time: ~1h 51m
Airlines: 2
Aircraft types: 3

Airlines flying BKK → KMG

Airline	Aircraft types	Observations
Thai Airways International	2	2
China Eastern Airlines	1	1

Aircraft on this route

Boeing 777 — 1 operator
Boeing 737 — 1 operator
Airbus A330 — 1 operator

Airport details

Departure: Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

City: Bangkok
Country: TH
IATA / ICAO: BKK / VTBS

Arrival: Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

City: Kunming
Country: CN
IATA / ICAO: KMG / ZPPP

Operating airlines

Kunming Airlines (KY)
China Eastern Airlines (MU)
Thai Airways International (TG)

Distance: 1283 km. Duration: 155 minutes.

Other routes from Bangkok

Other routes to Kunming

Frequently asked questions

How many airlines fly BKK to KMG?

2 airlines operate the BKK to KMG route in our 90-day observed dataset.

What aircraft fly the BKK-KMG route?

The most commonly observed aircraft on BKK to KMG include: Boeing 777, Boeing 737, Airbus A330.

How long is the Bangkok to Kunming flight?

The estimated flight time from Bangkok (BKK) to Kunming (KMG) is approximately 1h 51m, based on a cruise speed of 850 km/h.

What's the distance from Bangkok to Kunming?

The great-circle distance from Bangkok (BKK) to Kunming (KMG) is approximately 1,291 km (802 miles).

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