Kunming to Chengdu
From Kunming to Chengdu, travelers can choose from a range of transport services, with full details on when they run, how long they take and what they cost.
Travel options for Kunming to Chengdu
Move from Kunming to Chengdu by flight in 1h y 15 minutes for the quickest journey, or take a train for 335 CN¥ to save on costs.
Train from Kunming to Chengdu
Catch a train from Kunming by departing at Kunming South or Kunming and arriving at multiple stations, including Chengdu East, Chengdu South, Shuangliu Airport, Chengdu Airport and others. The journey usually takes about 5 hours 49 minutes. Tickets start at 335 CN¥, book your seat in advance.
Prices: 335 CN¥
Duration: 5h 49m – 8h 5m ⏱
Flight from Kunming to Chengdu
Fly from KMG Kunming Airport in Kunming to CTU Chengdu Airport or TFU Chengdu Tianfu, Chengdu Tianfu Airport in Chengdu in approximately 1 hour 15 minutes. Flights fares starting at 711 CN¥. Check schedules and book your seat here to secure a smooth and timely journey.
Prices: 711 CN¥
Duration: 1h 15m – 1h 40m ⏱
Combined from Kunming to Chengdu
For a combined transport route between Kunming and Chengdu, departures are available from KMG Kunming Airport with fares starting at 2,311 CN¥. Expect to reach TFU Chengdu Tianfu, Chengdu Tianfu Airport after roughly 12 hours 55 minutes. Plan ahead and secure your trip explore van options.
Prices: 2,311 CN¥
Duration: 12h 55m – 18h 35m ⏱
Train Routes & Schedules from Kunming to Chengdu
This rail connection from Kunming to Chengdu uses multiple departure and arrival stations, giving travelers flexible boarding and arrival points. Travel times differ depending on the stations used, typically around 5h 49m to 8h 5m. Trains operate on a schedule from 06:59 to 16:54, with tickets starting from 335 to 1,641 CN¥. Consulting the full timetable for Kunming and Chengdu lets you explore all stations, review journey lengths and choose the train that works best for your plans.
Cheapest Train Kunming to Chengdu
335 CN¥, from Kunming to Chengdu South, departure at some times, duration 7h 23mFastest Train Kunming to Chengdu
576 CN¥, from Kunming South to Chengdu East, departure at 07:29, duration 5h 49mTrain Timetable: Kunming → Chengdu East
- 09:32 15:46 6h 14m 620 CN¥
- 10:54 18:08 7h 14m 343 CN¥
- 16:30 22:36 6h 6m 643 CN¥
Train Timetable: Kunming → Chengdu South
- 06:59 14:27 7h 28m 335 CN¥
- 08:10 16:05 7h 55m 335 CN¥
- 09:53 17:30 7h 37m 335 CN¥
- 11:16 18:37 7h 21m 335 CN¥
- 14:16 21:20 7h 4m 335 CN¥
- 15:04 22:27 7h 23m 335 CN¥
- 15:43 22:56 7h 13m 335 CN¥
Train Timetable: Kunming → Chengdu West
- 07:59 15:55 7h 56m 344 CN¥
Train Timetable: Kunming → Shuangliu Airport, Chengdu Airport
- 09:32 15:28 5h 56m 611 CN¥
Train Timetable: Kunming South → Chengdu East
- 07:00 13:28 6h 28m 570 CN¥
- 07:29 13:18 5h 49m 576 CN¥
- 07:34 14:02 6h 28m 608 CN¥
- 08:07 14:40 6h 33m 599 CN¥
- 08:34 15:02 6h 28m 1641 CN¥
- 10:17 16:32 6h 15m 620 CN¥
- 10:57 17:06 6h 9m 921 CN¥
- 11:11 17:42 6h 31m 608 CN¥
- 13:06 19:45 6h 39m 625 CN¥
- 14:06 20:38 6h 32m 584 CN¥
- 14:54 21:03 6h 9m 620 CN¥
- 14:59 21:21 6h 22m 625 CN¥
- 15:18 21:44 6h 26m 594 CN¥
- 15:43 21:59 6h 16m 584 CN¥
- 16:54 23:22 6h 28m 594 CN¥
Train Timetable: Kunming South → Chengdu South
- 09:25 17:30 8h 5m 345 CN¥
- 10:51 18:37 7h 46m 345 CN¥
- 13:51 21:20 7h 29m 345 CN¥
- 14:39 22:27 7h 48m 345 CN¥
Flight Routes & Schedules from Kunming to Chengdu
- Travel to CTU Chengdu Airport from KMG Kunming Airport, with a flight lasting approximately 1h 25m to 1h 35m. Services run from 08:40 until 21:10, and fares start at 874 to 1,790 CN¥.
- Travel to TFU Chengdu Tianfu, Chengdu Tianfu Airport from KMG Kunming Airport, with a flight lasting approximately 1h 15m to 1h 40m. Services run from 08:15 until 15:45, and fares start at 711 to 1,790 CN¥.
Cheapest Flight Kunming to Chengdu
711 CN¥, from KMG Kunming Airport to TFU Chengdu Tianfu, Chengdu Tianfu Airport, departure at 08:15, duration 1h 15mFastest Flight Kunming to Chengdu
799 CN¥, from KMG Kunming Airport to TFU Chengdu Tianfu, Chengdu Tianfu Airport, departure at some times, duration 1h 15mFlight Timetable: KMG Kunming Airport → CTU Chengdu Airport
- 08:40 10:15 1h 35m 874 CN¥
- 13:40 15:10 1h 30m 1790 CN¥
- 14:25 16:00 1h 35m 1172 CN¥
- 15:55 17:30 1h 35m 1172 CN¥
- 17:25 18:55 1h 30m 1790 CN¥
- 17:45 19:20 1h 35m 1073 CN¥
- 21:10 22:35 1h 25m 1790 CN¥
Flight Timetable: KMG Kunming Airport → TFU Chengdu Tianfu, Chengdu Tianfu Airport
- 08:15 09:30 1h 15m 711 CN¥
- 08:25 10:05 1h 40m 1790 CN¥
- 09:25 10:40 1h 15m 799 CN¥
- 11:50 13:10 1h 20m 1021 CN¥
- 15:45 17:15 1h 30m 1790 CN¥
Combined Routes & Schedules from Kunming to Chengdu
Start at KMG Kunming Airport for a multi-leg trip to Chengdu, involving transfers between different vehicles. Travel time is around 12h 55m to 18h 35m, with services scheduled from 10:40 until 11:45 and tickets beginning at 2,311 to 2,368 CN¥. Arrival is at TFU Chengdu Tianfu, Chengdu Tianfu Airport, and consulting the timetable for routes between Kunming and Chengdu allows you to pick the departure that suits your plans.
Cheapest & Fastest Combined Kunming to Chengdu
2311 CN¥, from KMG Kunming Airport to TFU Chengdu Tianfu, Chengdu Tianfu Airport, departure at 11:45, duration 12h 55mCombined Timetable: KMG Kunming Airport → TFU Chengdu Tianfu, Chengdu Tianfu Airport
- 10:40 05:15 18h 35m 2368 CN¥
- 11:45 00:40 12h 55m 2311 CN¥
Frequently Asked Questions Kunming to Chengdu
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kunming to Chengdu.
How long does the Kunming to Chengdu route usually take?
Travel time on the Kunming to Chengdu route depends on the transport type. Flights take about 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 40 minutes, while trains usually take about 5 hours 50 minutes to 8 hours 5 minutes. Combined services are much longer, at about 12 hours 55 minutes to 18 hours 35 minutes.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Kunming to Chengdu?
The cheapest option on the Kunming to Chengdu route is train travel, with fares starting at 335 CNY. Some train services also reach that same low price, while flights start higher at 711 CNY. Combined services are the most expensive option listed.
How much does the Kunming to Chengdu route cost overall?
Prices on the Kunming to Chengdu route vary by transport. Trains cost about 335 CNY to 1,641 CNY, flights cost about 711 CNY to 1,790 CNY, and combined services cost about 2,311 CNY to 2,368 CNY. The exact fare depends on the service and route pairing.
Which option is fastest for Kunming to Chengdu?
Flights are the fastest option on the Kunming to Chengdu route. The shortest flight time is about 1 hour 15 minutes, and most flights are under 1 hour 40 minutes. Train journeys are much longer, and combined services take many hours.
Where do departures and arrivals happen on the Kunming to Chengdu route?
For flights, departures are from KMG Kunming Airport and arrivals are at CTU Chengdu Airport or TFU Chengdu Tianfu Airport. Trains depart from Kunming South or Kunming and arrive at Chengdu East, Chengdu South, Chengdu West, or Shuangliu Airport, Chengdu Airport.
How often do services run on the Kunming to Chengdu route?
The schedule data for the Kunming to Chengdu route does not show a fixed frequency. What is listed is the operating window: flights run from 08:15 to 21:10, trains from 06:59 to 16:54, and combined services from 10:40 to 11:45.
What are the first and last departures for Kunming to Chengdu?
The earliest departure on the Kunming to Chengdu route is a train at 06:59. The latest listed departure is a flight at 21:10. Train services also run until 16:54, while combined services are only listed between 10:40 and 11:45.
Which train stations are used on the Kunming to Chengdu route?
Train departures on the Kunming to Chengdu route use Kunming South and Kunming. Arrivals include Chengdu East, Chengdu South, Chengdu West, and Shuangliu Airport, Chengdu Airport. Different train pairs connect different station combinations, so the exact station depends on the service.
How do train times differ on the Kunming to Chengdu route?
Train duration on the Kunming to Chengdu route varies by station pair. The fastest listed train is about 5 hours 50 minutes from Kunming South to Chengdu East. Other trains take about 6 hours 6 minutes to 8 hours 5 minutes, depending on the route.
What airports are used for flights from Kunming to Chengdu?
Flights on the Kunming to Chengdu route depart from KMG Kunming Airport. They arrive at either CTU Chengdu Airport or TFU Chengdu Tianfu Airport. The flight time is about 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 40 minutes, depending on the airport pair.
Are there any combined services on the Kunming to Chengdu route, and how do they compare?
Yes, combined services are listed on the Kunming to Chengdu route, but only two trips appear in the data. They run from KMG Kunming Airport to TFU Chengdu Tianfu Airport and take about 12 hours 55 minutes to 18 hours 35 minutes. Their fares are about 2,311 CNY to 2,368 CNY.
Where should I book tickets for the Kunming to Chengdu route?
For the Kunming to Chengdu route, TicketRoutes.com is the booking reference provided. It is the place to check ticket options, prices, and available departures for the listed train, flight, and combined services.
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