Direct (nonstop) flights from Kolkata to Kunming

1 airline flys nonstop from Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport (CCU) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG). It's 931 miles (1,498 km), about 2h 40m in the air. Operated by China Eastern Airlines.

CCU
Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport
🇮🇳 Kolkata, India
KMG
Kunming Changshui International Airport
🇨🇳 Kunming, China
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
931 mi
1,498 km
CO₂/pax
172 kg
−28 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
China Eastern Airlines
Time Diff
+3h
Operated by China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
CCU → KMG
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
931 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kolkata to Kunming with one stop · direct emits 172 kg CO₂ per passenger

CCU DAC (Dhaka) KMG
Leg 1: 58m (149 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (793 mi) Total: ~3h 18m 🍃 200 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CCU → DAC
58m · 149 mi
View CCU to DAC flights →
Leg 2
DAC → KMG
2h 20m · 793 mi
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CCU RGN (Yangon) KMG
Leg 1: 1h 50m (638 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (714 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 275 kg CO₂ (+60% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CCU → RGN
1h 50m · 638 mi
View CCU to RGN flights →
Leg 2
RGN → KMG
2h 10m · 714 mi
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CCU HAN (Hanoi) KMG
Leg 1: 2h 40m (1,118 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (324 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 274 kg CO₂ (+59% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CCU → HAN
2h 40m · 1,118 mi
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Leg 2
HAN → KMG
1h 30m · 324 mi
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CCU KTM (Kathmandu) KMG
Leg 1: 1h 15m (397 mi) Leg 2: 3h (1,103 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 284 kg CO₂ (+65% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CCU → KTM
1h 15m · 397 mi
View CCU to KTM flights →
Leg 2
KTM → KMG
3h · 1,103 mi
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CCU DMK (Bangkok) KMG
Leg 1: 2h 30m (999 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (784 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 339 kg CO₂ (+97% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CCU → DMK
2h 30m · 999 mi
View CCU to DMK flights →
Leg 2
DMK → KMG
2h 15m · 784 mi
View DMK to KMG flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Kolkata to Kunming?

A nonstop flight from Kolkata (CCU) to Kunming (KMG) takes approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 931 miles (1,498 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kolkata to Kunming?

Just China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Kolkata to Kunming?

Yes. 1 airline: China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Kolkata from Kunming?

The flight distance from Kolkata to Kunming is 931 miles (1,498 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What is the time difference between Kolkata and Kunming?

Kunming is 3 hours ahead of Kolkata. (Asia/Kolkata vs Asia/Shanghai.)

What type of aircraft flies from Kolkata to Kunming?

At 2h 40m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from India to China?

Depends on your passport. Check with the China embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Kolkata to Kunming?

Roughly 172 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 860 km.

Is the return flight from Kunming to Kolkata also nonstop?

Check the KMG to CCU route page for return options.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kolkata to Kunming?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.