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How to get fromAmphoe Mueang Chiang Mai to Kunmingby plane, bus, or train

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There are 4 ways to get from Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai to Kunming by plane, bus, or train

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  1. Fly

    best
    1. Fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)plane plane CNX - KMG
    2h 47m
    ¥1,097–1,884

  2. Bus, train #2

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Luang Prabangbus bus
    2. Take the train from Luang Prabang station to Kunming Southtrain train
    29h 13m
    ¥447–1,835

  3. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Chiangkhongbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Huay Xai - Bokeo Station to Oudomxaybus bus
    3. Take the train from Oudomxay station to Kunming Southtrain train
    22h 53m
    ¥470–1,175

  4. Bus, train via Nong Khai

    1. Take the bus from Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal to Nong Khaibus bus
    2. Take the train from Vientiane station to Kunming Southtrain train
    24h 38m
    ¥799–1,423

Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) flights

Calendar17Weekly Planes
Duration1h 48mAverage Duration
Ticket¥1,094Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 839.7 km
  • Duration: 2h 47m

What companies run services between Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Thailand and Kunming, China?

China Eastern Airlines flies from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) twice daily.

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