Travelling from Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Kunming Airport (KMG): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Vientiane Airport to Kunming Airport.
Kunming's timezone is UTC+8, making Kunming one hour ahead of Vientiane.
Every week, there are 39 Vientiane Airport to Kunming Airport flights. To be on board as early as possible, opt for the 07:25 Lao Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 18:50 with China Eastern Airlines.
To ensure you get on your VTE to KMG flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as May? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Vientiane Airport to Kunming Airport. When you're ready to start your Kunming holiday, let one of these carriers transport you to this unmissable part of China:
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is China Eastern.
With an impressive 96.72% of services landing on schedule, Sichuan Airlines has the best on-time performance for VTE to KMG flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Kunming Airport (KMG)
RM455 is the best price for a one-way Vientiane Airport to Kunming Airport flight. A return flight starts at RM1,010. These prices can change depending on demand.
Book three months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from VTE to KMG.
Organise your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Vientiane Airport to Kunming Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Vientiane Airport (VTE)
When it comes to Vientiane Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Vientiane Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Vientiane. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Vientiane Airport to Kunming Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to VTE:
Arriving at Kunming Airport (KMG)
Book a hotel close to KMG if you're taking a late Vientiane Airport to Kunming Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Kunming Airport (KMG) to central Kunming
You'll find KMG at 004 County Rd.
From Kunming Airport, Kunming is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Kunming Airport (KMG)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Vientiane Airport to Kunming Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Kunming. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Vientiane Airport to Kunming Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Kunming, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from VTE to KMG in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
Kunming is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be discovered. Around 434 kilometres north-east of Kunming, a trip to Guiyang will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Jiaxiu Tower, Guanyin Cave and Yelang Ancient City.
Around 338 kilometres north-west of Kunming, Lijiang is another essential stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Elephant Mountain, Cherry Blossom Avenue and Hali Valley.