Kunming to Pyin Oo Lwin flights
Pyin Oo Lwin lies 720 km (448 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 1 h 40 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 | Pyin Oo Lwin | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | Myanmar |
| Population | 6 million | 117,303 |
| Elevation | 1,895 m (6,217 ft) | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+6:30 (Asia/Yangon) |
| Nearest large airport | KMG, 23 km out | MDL, 62 km out |
Clocks in Pyin Oo Lwin are 1 h 30 min behind Kunming right now, so a 1 h 40 min journey lands only 10 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Pyin Oo Lwin
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 Pyin Oo Lwin
Pyin Oo Lwin is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Mandalay International Airport (MDL), 62 km (39 mi) from the centre, whose 14,003-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mandalay International Airport | MDL | 62 km (39 mi) | 14,003 ft | 300 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Pyin Oo Lwin from Kunming?
720 km (448 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Kunming.
How long does it take to get from Kunming to Pyin Oo Lwin by air?
About 1 h 40 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 Pyin Oo Lwin?
Pyin Oo Lwin is 1 h 30 min behind at the moment (Asia/Yangon against Asia/Shanghai).
Which airports are used for Kunming to Pyin Oo Lwin flights?
Typically Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Mandalay International Airport (MDL).
What currency do I need in Pyin Oo Lwin?
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.