Kunming to Phủ Lý flights
Phủ Lý lies 597 km (371 mi) south-east of Kunming, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 31 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.
| Kunming | Phủ Lý | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | Vietnam |
| Population | 6 million | 136,654 |
| Elevation | 1,895 m (6,217 ft) | 8 m (26 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) |
| Nearest large airport | KMG, 23 km out | HAN, 76 km out |
Clocks in Phủ Lý are 1 h behind Kunming right now, so a 1 h 31 min journey lands only 31 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Phủ Lý
Crossing from China into Vietnam: money changes from the Yuan Renminbi to the Dong (VND); sockets are BS 1363, Euro, NEMA 1-15, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +84; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648804 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648805.
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 Phủ Lý
Phủ Lý is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Noi Bai International Airport (HAN), 76 km (47 mi) from the centre, whose 12,466-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Cat Bi International Airport (HPH, 90 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Noi Bai International Airport | HAN | 76 km (47 mi) | 12,466 ft | 39 ft |
| Cat Bi International Airport | HPH | 90 km (56 mi) | 10,007 ft | 6 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Phủ Lý from Kunming?
597 km (371 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Kunming.
How long does it take to get from Kunming to Phủ Lý by air?
About 1 h 31 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 Phủ Lý?
Phủ Lý is 1 h behind at the moment (Asia/Bangkok against Asia/Shanghai).
Which airports are used for Kunming to Phủ Lý flights?
Typically Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN); Phủ Lý also has HPH.
What currency do I need in Phủ Lý?
The Dong (VND).
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.