Flights from Shanghai Flights to Kunming

Direct flights from Shanghai to Kunming

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Last updated on: 03-30-2026

Shanghai

China

PVG

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

Kunming

China

KMG

Kunming Wujiaba International Airport

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Flight schedule

Distance

1,220 miles · (1,963 km)

Flight time

3 hours and 40 minutes

Airlines

Air China
China Eastern
China Southern
Juneyao Airlines
Kunming Airlines
Shanghai Airlines
Sichuan Airlines

Alliances

Oneworld
SkyTeam
Star Alliance

Classes

Economy
Premium Economy
Business Class
First Class

Aircrafts

Airbus A320-100/200
Airbus A320neo
Airbus A321-100/200
Airbus A321neo
Boeing 737
Boeing 737 MAX 8
Boeing 737-800
Boeing 787-9

Shanghai to Kunming Flight Schedule

Scan through all non-stop flights from Shanghai to Kunming. The full flight schedule below gives an overview of all non-stop flights from PVG to KMG, which includes the daily timetable of every operating airline for the upcoming 12 months.

Note: for airline-specific flight schedules, please scroll further down.

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Best time to visit Kunming

What is the best time to visit Kunming?

🌺 Subtropical

Famous for its year-round warmth, Kunming often sees temperatures rise above 30°C (86°F). Relax by the water, explore lush forests, or dive into the urban scene—enjoying the perfect blend of nature, adventure, and leisure of this the subtropical destination.

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You can visit Kunming any time of the year, but the best time to visit is during the dry season, which runs from late September to November and again from February to early May. During those months, the weather is quite enjoyable, with warm temperatures and little rain since the wet season has ended.

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KMG

Airlines flying from Shanghai to Kunming

Airline-specific flight schedules from Shanghai to Kunming

In total there are 7 airlines operating nonstop flights from Shanghai PVG to Kunming KMG. This section gives an overview of the flight schedules and timetables of every airline with direct flights for this route.

Click an airline below to view their PVG KMG flight schedule.

Air China (CA)

China Eastern (MU)

China Southern (CZ)

Juneyao Airlines (HO)

Kunming Airlines (KY)

Shanghai Airlines (FM)

Sichuan Airlines (3U)

Air China flight schedulefrom Shanghai to Kunming

Air China is a member of Star Alliance

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China Eastern flight schedulefrom Shanghai to Kunming

China Eastern is a member of SkyTeam

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China Southern flight schedulefrom Shanghai to Kunming

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Juneyao Airlines flight schedulefrom Shanghai to Kunming

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Kunming Airlines flight schedulefrom Shanghai to Kunming

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Shanghai Airlines flight schedulefrom Shanghai to Kunming

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Sichuan Airlines flight schedulefrom Shanghai to Kunming

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Shanghai to Kunming Flights

Flights from PVG to KMG are operated 8 times a week, with an average of 1 flight per day. Departure times vary between 06:50 - 22:30. The earliest flight departs at 06:50, the last flight departs at 22:30. However, this depends on the date you are flying so please check with the full flight schedule above to see which departure times are available on your preferred date(s) of travel.

You can fly in Economy, Premium Economy and Business Class. First Class is not available on this route (at least not as a non-stop flight).

The fastest direct flight from Shanghai to Kunming takes 3 hours and 40 minutes. The flight distance between Shanghai and Kunming is 1,220 miles (or 1,963 km).

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Frequently asked questions - FAQ

How many airports are there in Kunming?

There is 1 airport in Kunming: Kunming Wujiaba International Airport (KMG).

How many flights per week are there from PVG to KMG?

There are 8 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Kunming (as of March 2026).

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Kunming?

3 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Kunming.

How far is Kunming from Shanghai?

The distance from Shanghai to Kunming is 1,220 miles (1,963 kilometers).

What airlines fly nonstop from PVG airport to KMG airport?

Air China, China Eastern, China Southern, Juneyao Airlines, Kunming Airlines, Shanghai Airlines and Sichuan Airlines are flying nonstop from Shanghai to Kunming.