Vientiane to Kunming
There are multiple ways to travel between Vientiane and Kunming, and this page lays out timetables, journey durations and fares across all available options.
Travel options for Vientiane to Kunming
Travel from Vientiane to Kunming with a combined for 2684180 LAK to save, or reach Kunming faster by flight in 1h y 25 minutes.
Combined from Vientiane to Kunming
Traveling from Vientiane to Kunming with combined transport, start your trip at VTE Vientiane Airport or Vientiane Transfer. The journey typically lasts around 11 hours 40 minutes, with tickets priced at 2,684,180 LAK, and you’ll arrive at KMG Kunming Airport or Kunming Railway Station. Check schedules and reserve your seat see available options.
Prices: 2,684,180 LAK
Duration: 11h 40m – 27h 55m ⏱
Train from Vientiane to Kunming
Catch a train from Vientiane by departing at Vientiane Railway Station and reaching Kunming at Kunming Railway Station. The journey usually takes about 10 hours 19 minutes, providing a convenient and scenic travel option. Tickets start at 2,703,016 LAK, so make sure to secure your preferred seat here.
Prices: 2,703,016 LAK
Duration: 10h 19m – 10h 34m ⏱
Flight from Vientiane to Kunming
If speed matters, catch a flight from Vientiane and depart from VTE Vientiane Airport to reach Kunming, landing at KMG Kunming Airport. Flight time of approximately 1 hour 25 minutes. Fares are usually 3,282,550 LAK, book your ticket here for a smooth and convenient journey.
Prices: 3,282,550 LAK
Duration: 1h 25m – 1h 45m ⏱
Combined Routes & Schedules from Vientiane to Kunming
- Embark on a multi-leg journey from VTE Vientiane Airport to KMG Kunming Airport, lasting roughly 11h 40m to 27h 55m. Services operate from 01:45 until 20:20 with fares starting at 8,099,933 to 40,455,742 LAK.
- From Vientiane Transfer, set off on a multi-leg journey toward Kunming Railway Station, spending around 12h 4m traveling. Services operate at 06:30 with fares starting at 2,684,180 LAK.
Cheapest Combined Vientiane to Kunming
2684180 LAK, from Vientiane Transfer to Kunming Railway Station, departure at 06:30, duration 12h 4mFastest Combined Vientiane to Kunming
8099933 LAK, from VTE Vientiane Airport to KMG Kunming Airport, departure at 01:45, duration 11h 40mCombined Timetable: Vientiane Transfer → Kunming Railway Station
- 06:30 19:34 12h 4m 2684180 LAK
Combined Timetable: VTE Vientiane Airport → KMG Kunming Airport
- 01:45 14:25 11h 40m 8099933 LAK
- 11:20 16:15 27h 55m 40455742 LAK
- 20:20 18:15 20h 55m 12934644 LAK
Train Routes & Schedules from Vientiane to Kunming
Traveling from Vientiane, the train departs from Vientiane Railway Station and runs toward Kunming along a fixed rail route. The journey usually takes about 10h 19m to 10h 34m, with services operating from 08:00 until 11:25 and train ticket prices starting at 2,703,016 to 3,179,394 LAK. The train arrives at Kunming Railway Station, where onward transport options are often available. Reviewing the train timetable for the Vientiane to Kunming route lets you compare departure times and plan your trip with confidence.
Cheapest & Fastest Train Vientiane to Kunming
2703016 LAK, from Vientiane Railway Station to Kunming Railway Station, departure at 11:25, duration 10h 19mTrain Timetable: Vientiane Railway Station → Kunming Railway Station
- 08:00 19:34 10h 34m 3179394 LAK
- 11:25 22:44 10h 19m 2703016 LAK
Flight Routes & Schedules from Vientiane to Kunming
Board the plane at VTE Vientiane Airport, the sole nonstop service linking Vientiane and Kunming. Flights operate from 07:25 until 17:45, and you’ll spend approximately 1h 25m to 1h 45m in the air before arriving at KMG Kunming Airport. Ticket prices start from 3,282,550 to 3,296,203 LAK, and checking the timetable for the Vientiane–Kunming route allows you to find the departure that fits your plans and secure your seat ahead of time.
Cheapest Flight Vientiane to Kunming
3282550 LAK, from VTE Vientiane Airport to KMG Kunming Airport, departure at some times, duration 1h 45mFastest Flight Vientiane to Kunming
3296203 LAK, from VTE Vientiane Airport to KMG Kunming Airport, departure at 07:25, duration 1h 25mFlight Timetable: VTE Vientiane Airport → KMG Kunming Airport
- 07:25 09:50 1h 25m 3296203 LAK
- 09:45 12:25 1h 40m 3282550 LAK
- 13:45 16:30 1h 45m 3282550 LAK
- 15:50 18:35 1h 45m 3282550 LAK
- 17:45 20:30 1h 45m 3282550 LAK
Frequently Asked Questions Vientiane to Kunming
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vientiane to Kunming.
What should I expect overall when traveling from Vientiane to Kunming?
The route from Vientiane to Kunming is available by air and train, with a wider combined range that also reflects different transfer options. Total prices run from about 2,684,180 LAK to 40,455,742 LAK, and travel times vary from about 11 hours 40 minutes to 27 hours 55 minutes.
How long does the Vientiane to Kunming trip usually take, and why does it vary so much?
Travel time from Vientiane to Kunming depends on the transport type and the specific service. Flights take about 1 hour 25 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes, trains take about 10 hours 19 minutes to 10 hours 34 minutes, and combined options can take much longer because of transfers.
What is the cheapest way to get from Vientiane to Kunming?
The cheapest listed option from Vientiane to Kunming is the train, with fares from about 2,703,016 LAK. The combined range starts slightly higher, while flights are priced above the train range. Train tickets also have a relatively narrow price spread.
Which option is the fastest for the Vientiane to Kunming route?
The fastest option from Vientiane to Kunming is flying. Air travel takes about 1 hour 25 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes between Vientiane Airport and Kunming Airport. Train travel is much longer, at roughly 10 hours 19 minutes to 10 hours 34 minutes.
Where do departures and arrivals happen on the Vientiane to Kunming route?
For flights, departures are from VTE Vientiane Airport and arrivals are at KMG Kunming Airport. Trains depart from Vientiane Railway Station and arrive at Kunming Railway Station. The combined listings also include Vientiane Transfer as a departure point.
How many Vientiane to Kunming departures are there, and what are the first and last times?
The route shows limited scheduled services rather than frequent departures. Across the available options, the first departure is at 01:45 and the last is at 20:20. Flight departures run from 07:25 to 17:45, while train departures run from 08:00 to 11:25.
How do flight prices and times compare on the Vientiane to Kunming route?
Flights from Vientiane to Kunming cost about 3,282,550 LAK to 3,296,203 LAK. They take roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes and operate between VTE Vientiane Airport and KMG Kunming Airport.
What are the train details for Vientiane to Kunming?
Trains from Vientiane to Kunming cost about 2,703,016 LAK to 3,179,394 LAK. The journey takes roughly 10 hours 19 minutes to 10 hours 34 minutes, with departures from Vientiane Railway Station and arrivals at Kunming Railway Station.
Are there any Vientiane to Kunming options that involve a transfer?
Yes, one combined option lists Vientiane Transfer as the departure point and Kunming Railway Station as the arrival point. That service takes about 12 hours 4 minutes, which is longer than the direct train and much longer than flights.
If I want to book Vientiane to Kunming tickets, where should I look?
For Vientiane to Kunming tickets, TicketRoutes.com is the place to check. It shows the available flight, train, and combined options, along with the listed prices, times, and station details for the route.
How much can the total Vientiane to Kunming price range vary?
The overall Vientiane to Kunming price range is wide, from about 2,684,180 LAK to 40,455,742 LAK. That spread reflects the different transport options and service types shown for the route, especially the combined listings.
Which Vientiane to Kunming option has the most departures listed?
Among the listed transport types, flights have the most departures with 5 trips, while the combined options show 4 trips and trains show 2 trips. The schedule is limited overall, so departure times are concentrated rather than spread throughout the day.
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