Kunming to Mingaladon flights
Mingaladon lies 1,134 km (705 mi) south-west of Kunming, -1.5 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 12 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Kunming | Mingaladon | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | Myanmar |
| Population | 6 million | 136,000 |
| Elevation | 1,895 m (6,217 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+6:30 (Asia/Yangon) |
| Nearest large airport | KMG, 23 km out | RGN, 4 km out |
Clocks in Mingaladon are 1 h 30 min behind Kunming right now, so a 2 h 12 min journey lands only 42 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Mingaladon
Crossing from China into Myanmar: money changes from the Yuan Renminbi to the Kyat (MMK); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363, Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +95; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648834 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648876.
Airports at each end
Leaving Kunming
Kunming is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG), 23 km (14 mi) from the centre, whose 14,764-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Mingaladon
Mingaladon is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Yangon International Airport (RGN), 4 km (2 mi) from the centre, whose 11,200-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yangon International Airport | RGN | 4 km (2 mi) | 11,200 ft | 109 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Mingaladon from Kunming?
1,134 km (705 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Kunming.
How long does it take to get from Kunming to Mingaladon by air?
About 2 h 12 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kunming and Mingaladon?
Mingaladon is 1 h 30 min behind at the moment (Asia/Yangon against Asia/Shanghai).
Which airports are used for Kunming to Mingaladon flights?
Typically Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Yangon International Airport (RGN).
What currency do I need in Mingaladon?
The Kyat (MMK).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.