Kunming to Xi’an flights
Xi’an lies 1,187 km (738 mi) north-east of Kunming, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 16 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 | Xi’an | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 6 million | 13 million |
| Elevation | 1,895 m (6,217 ft) | 416 m (1,365 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Nearest large airport | KMG, 23 km out | XIY, 26 km out |
| Postal codes | 650000 | 710000 |
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 Xi’an
Xi’an is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY), 26 km (16 mi) from the centre, whose 12,467-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xi'an Xianyang International Airport | XIY | 26 km (16 mi) | 12,467 ft | 1,572 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Xi’an from Kunming?
1,187 km (738 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Kunming.
How long does it take to get from Kunming to Xi’an by air?
About 2 h 16 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 Xi’an?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Which airports are used for Kunming to Xi’an flights?
Typically Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY).
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.