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Kunming Airlines Flights, Routes & Travel Guide

Explore the latest Kunming Airlines (KY) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.

Last updated: October 2026
IATA: KYFounded 2005HQ: Kunming, Yunnan
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About Kunming Airlines

Explore the latest Kunming Airlines (KY) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.

The Chinese airline Kunming Airlines was founded in 2005 and began operations in 2009. The company is headquartered in Kunming, Yunnan. Kunming Changshui International Airport is the airline's main hub. Kunming Airlines specializes in passenger transportation within the country and to Thailand. In total, the airline serves 18 routes in China. In addition, Kunming Airlines also flies to Thailand on the following routes: Bangkok, Hat Yai, Pattaya, Phuket. The airline's fleet consists of 30 aircrafts.

Airline codeKY
Main hubCSX
Alliance-
Destinations38
Countries2
Fleet32
Updated: October 2026

Popular Kunming Airlines routes

RouteCitiesTypical durationWeekly flightsService
KMG to HRBKunming to Harbin4h 30m0NONSTOP
KMG to SHEKunming to Shenyang4h 0m0NONSTOP
KMG to PEKKunming to Beijing3h 40m0NONSTOP
KMG to PVGKunming to Shanghai3h 5m0NONSTOP
KMG to NTGKunming to Nantong3h 0m0NONSTOP

Kunming Airlines hubs and focus cities

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38 destinations · Updated: October 2026
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Routes serving Kunming

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RouteCitiesTypical durationWeekly flightsService
SHE to KMGShenyang to Kunming4h 50m0NONSTOP
KMG to HRBKunming to Harbin4h 30m0NONSTOP
KMG to SHEKunming to Shenyang4h 0m0NONSTOP
PEK to KMGBeijing to Kunming3h 45m0NONSTOP
KMG to PEKKunming to Beijing3h 40m0NONSTOP
PVG to KMGShanghai to Kunming3h 30m0NONSTOP
HGH to KMGHangzhou to Kunming3h 10m0NONSTOP
SJW to KMGShijiazhuang to Kunming3h 10m0NONSTOP
TNA to KMGJinan to Kunming3h 10m0NONSTOP
NTG to KMGNantong to Kunming3h 8m0NONSTOP
Routes and frequencies may change by season and travel date.
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Aircraft, cabins and onboard experience

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Aircraft

Cabin comparison

CabinSeat pitchSeat widthSeat recline
EconomyBoeing 737 MAX 874-76 cm43 cm8 cm
BusinessBoeing 737 MAX 891 cm53 cm15 cm

Kunming Airlines baggage allowance

Fees and allowances vary by route, fare and status.

Baggage

Each Kunmig Airlines passenger may take on board one piece of hand baggage weighing no more than 7 kg per person. The dimensions of hand baggage may not exceed 55 cm x 35 cm x 25 cm. Passengers traveling with infants can also bring one personal item on the flight if it fits under the seat in front of them. In addition, passengers flying on Kunming Airlines are entitled to one item of checked baggage that must weigh no heavier than 32 kg and be no larger than the dimensions of 40 x 60 x 100 cm.

Kunming Airlines Baggage rules

Travel policies

Pets

Pets may not travel in the Kunmig cabin. Small animals may be transported as checked baggage if the total weight of the animal and the carrier does not exceed 32 kg. Three animals from the same litter may travel together in the same carrier if their total weight does not exceed the limit and they are less than six months old. In addition, two small animals under 14 kg who are used to living together may travel together in the same carrier.

Flying with pets on Kunming Airlines

Infants

Infant passengers must be accompanied by an adult who has reached the age of 18 and has full capacity for civil conduct or the infant's immediate family member. Infants carried by Kunming Airlines refer to infants who have been born for 14 days on the date of travel (the 14th day is counted from the day after birth), but are under the age of two.. A baby between 14 days old and two years old is considered an infant and can travel on the parents' lap. One adult may travel in Kunmig with two infants. In this case one seat must be purchased for one infant, and the other can be on the adult's lap.

Kunming Airlines Infants policy

Check in rules

Online check-in for Kunming Airlines is available. The time needed to complete all check-in requirements varies depending on your itinerary. The airport counters will close 60 minutes before the scheduled departure. The boarding gate will close 30 minutes before the scheduled time of departure.

Kunming Airlines Check-in rules

Unaccompanied minors

Passengers may inquire about the carriage regulations of unaccompanied minors from Kunming Airlines, Kunming Airlines' authorized aviation sales agent or authorized ground service agent. Unaccompanied minor passengers under the age of 5 cannot travel alone. Children who have reached the age of two but are under the age of five must be accompanied by an adult who has reached the age of eighteen; when a child is accompanied by an adult, he or she should purchase a ticket with the same class of service as the accompanying person. If a child is not accompanied by an adult, passengers should apply in advance, and with the consent of Kunming Airlines, you can only purchase the ticket according to the regulations of Kunming Airlines. UM Picks up/drops off the airport must be an adult who has reached the age of 18 and has full capacity for civil conduct. There is a limit on the number of unaccompanied minors who are over the age of five but under the age of twelve on each flight, and Kunming Airlines has the right to refuse to carry them.

Unaccompanied minors in Kunming Airlines

On-time performance

90.19%On-time arrivals
21.29 minAverage delay
99.87%Completion rate
0.13%Cancellation rate

Kunming Airlines FAQs

Find quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Kunming Airlines.

Where does Kunming Airlines publish its baggage rules?

Kunming Airlines publishes baggage and carry-on notices in its official service guide. Check that guide and the ticket for the applicable flight and fare.

How do I confirm cabin and checked baggage for my Kunming Airlines ticket?

Check the ticket for cabin and checked-bag piece, weight and size limits. Ask the operating carrier about extra or special baggage before travel.

How should I arrange check-in for a Kunming Airlines booking?

Follow the confirmed flight’s check-in instructions. Ask the carrier or ticket issuer about online availability, airport counters and the deadlines for check-in, bag drop and boarding.

How do I request a change or refund for a Kunming Airlines ticket?

Contact the airline or agent that issued the ticket and ask which fare conditions apply. Confirm eligibility, charges and any fare difference before accepting a change or refund.

What should I do if my Kunming Airlines flight is delayed or cancelled?

Contact the airline or ticketing agent for assistance. Refund, rerouting and compensation rights depend on the applicable rules and circumstances.

Can I travel with a pet on a Kunming Airlines booking?

Obtain the operating carrier’s approval before booking a pet. Confirm the transport method, container requirements, documents and destination restrictions.

What travel documents should I check for my Kunming Airlines itinerary?

Check passport, visa and health requirements for your nationality, destination and any transit points. Recheck near departure. Meeting document requirements does not guarantee admission.

How should I pack a power bank for a Kunming Airlines flight?

Carry power banks and spare lithium batteries in cabin baggage with terminals protected. Remove them if the bag is gate-checked. Confirm airline-specific restrictions.