Flying from Diqing Shangri-La Airport (DIG) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport.
Diqing and Kunming are both in the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Choose from 60 weekly Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport flights. The 08:30 departure with China Eastern Airlines is the earliest available. China Eastern Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 23:55.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your DIG to KMG flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Lucky Air is your gateway to exploring Kunming (and perhaps some other great parts of China!). Browse the direct flights from Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most travellers choose to travel with Lucky Air on this route.
With a reliable 82.01% of services landing on schedule, China Eastern Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering DIG to KMG flights.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DIG and KMG:
Lhasa Gonggar Airport
Tianfu International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Diqing Shangri-La Airport (DIG) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport flight is C$153. A return plane ticket is currently C$692. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from DIG to KMG, reserve your journey five months ahead of your departure date.
Organize your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from DIG to KMG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport.
Handy information about Diqing Shangri-La Airport (DIG)
The address for DIG is 1 Shenying Rd..
Diqing Shangri-La Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 85.85% of flights that depart DIG arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Diqing Shangri-La Airport from central Diqing, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near DIG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KMG instead:
Getting from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to central Kunming
KMG is located at 004 County Rd.
Kunming Changshui International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Kunming. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Kunming. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Diqing Shangri-La Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Kunming, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DIG to KMG in January. Average temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Guiyang is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered after you've seen Kunming. Around 434 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Jiaxiu Tower, Hongfu Temple and Guizhou Provincial Museum.
Lijiang is another essential stop in China and is around 338 kilometres north-west of Kunming. No journey is complete without dropping by Viewing Platform of Lion Mountain in Lijiang Ancient Town, Black Dragon Pool Park and Lashi Lake.
