How long does the flight from Guangzhou to Kunming take?

Flight time from Guangzhou (CAN) 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 Guangzhou to Kunming?

Airline availability for CAN 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 Guangzhou to Kunming?

Direct (nonstop) availability on CAN 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 Guangzhou to Kunming?

Prices on CAN 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.

Guangzhou to Kunming flights

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

Distance: 1,067 km (663 mi)
Flight time: ~1h 35m
Airlines: 3
Aircraft types: 7

Airlines flying CAN → KMG

Airline	Aircraft types	Observations
China Eastern Airlines	3	3
China Southern Airlines	3	3
Sichuan Airlines	1	1

Aircraft on this route

Boeing 737 — 1 operator
Airbus A321 — 1 operator
Boeing 737 — 1 operator
Boeing 737 — 1 operator
Airbus A320 — 1 operator

Airport details

Departure: Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

City: Guangzhou
Country: CN
IATA / ICAO: CAN / ZGGG

Arrival: Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

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

Operating airlines

Sichuan Airlines (3U)
Lucky Air (8L)
9 Air (AQ)
China Southern Airlines (CZ)
Hainan Airlines (HU)
Kunming Airlines (KY)
China Eastern Airlines (MU)

Distance: 1069 km. Duration: 155 minutes.

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Frequently asked questions

How many airlines fly CAN to KMG?

3 airlines operate the CAN to KMG route in our 90-day observed dataset.

What aircraft fly the CAN-KMG route?

The most commonly observed aircraft on CAN to KMG include: Boeing 737, Airbus A321, Boeing 737.

How long is the Guangzhou to Kunming flight?

The estimated flight time from Guangzhou (CAN) to Kunming (KMG) is approximately 1h 35m, based on a cruise speed of 850 km/h.

What's the distance from Guangzhou to Kunming?

The great-circle distance from Guangzhou (CAN) to Kunming (KMG) is approximately 1,067 km (663 miles).

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