Flying from Nanking / Nanjing Airport (NKG) to Kunming Airport (KMG): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Nanking / Nanjing Airport to Kunming Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours.
Nanjing and Kunming are in the same timezone, UTC+8.
Every week, there are 101 Nanking / Nanjing Airport to Kunming Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as soon as possible, select the 07:40 Juneyao Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 22:20 with Sichuan Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your NKG to KMG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
There's a good range of direct flights from Nanking / Nanjing Airport to Kunming Airport to pick from. When organising your Kunming journey, these airlines can fly you nonstop to this unmissable part of China:
China Eastern is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Juneyao Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates NKG to KMG flights. An exceptional 92.59% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Nanking / Nanjing Airport to Kunming Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between NKG and KMG:
Chongqing Airport
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
Changsha Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nanking / Nanjing Airport (NKG) to Kunming Airport (KMG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Nanking / Nanjing Airport to Kunming Airport flight is Rs31,906. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs56,231. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from NKG to KMG, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Nanking / Nanjing Airport to Kunming Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from NKG to KMG by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Nanking / Nanjing Airport to Kunming Airport.
Handy information about Nanking / Nanjing Airport (NKG)
You'll find NKG at Yingbin Rd.
Nanking / Nanjing Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 86% of flights that take off from NKG land on time.
Nanking / Nanjing Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Nanjing. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Nanking / Nanjing Airport to Kunming Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to NKG:
Arriving at Kunming Airport (KMG)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KMG if you have a late Nanking / Nanjing Airport to Kunming Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Kunming Airport (KMG) to central Kunming
The street address for KMG is 004 County Rd.
Kunming Airport to the centre of Kunming has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Kunming Airport (KMG)
The quietest month for a flight from Nanking / Nanjing Airport to Kunming Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Kunming based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Nanking / Nanjing Airport to Kunming Airport for May if you want to explore Kunming during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 28ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from NKG to KMG in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of China
You've done Kunming, now it's time to discover more of China. Journey about 434 kilometres north-east to Guiyang to check off its top sights. From Jiaxiu Tower to Guanyin Cave and Yelang Ancient City, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Lijiang is another standout destination in China and is around 338 kilometres north-west of Kunming. No trip is complete without a visit to Elephant Mountain, Cherry Blossom Avenue and Hali Valley.
