Kunming to Xichang flights
Xichang lies 321 km (199 mi) north of Kunming, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 10 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 | Xichang | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Population | 6 million | 481,796 |
| Elevation | 1,895 m (6,217 ft) | 1,558 m (5,112 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) |
| Nearest large airport | KMG, 23 km out | XIC, 13 km out |
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 Xichang
Xichang is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Xichang Qingshan Airport (XIC), 13 km (8 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xichang Qingshan Airport (regional) | XIC | 13 km (8 mi) | 11,811 ft | 5,112 ft |
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Staying in Xichang
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Xichang. Of the 5 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (2). Guests have left 14 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Xichang from Kunming?
321 km (199 mi) in a straight line, north of Kunming.
How long does it take to get from Kunming to Xichang by air?
About 1 h 10 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 Xichang?
No, both are on Asia/Shanghai at the moment.
Which airports are used for Kunming to Xichang flights?
Typically Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Xichang Qingshan Airport (XIC).
Where can I stay in Xichang?
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Xichang, bookable on this site.
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.