Kunming to Lijiang

Kunming to Lijiang

Kunming
Lijiang
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Kunming to Lijiang Destination Reviews

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The train was comfortable but we were delayed by nearly 4 hours
Kunming to Lijiang, Train #C642 Second Class Seat, China Railway (中国铁路), Apr 25, 2025
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Kunming to Lijiang Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Train
China Railway
Soft Sleeper
01:35
10:09
€27.57
Flight
Air China
Economy
06:30
20:00
€925.69
Train
China Railway
Second Class Seat
06:46
10:55
€27.08
  4.0
Flight
Juneyao Airlines
Economy
07:10
18:40
€734.92
Flight
Sichuan Airlines
Economy
07:45
15:00
€526.33
Flight
China Eastern Airlines
Economy
08:05
17:25
€489.50
Train
China Railway
Second Class Seat
08:21
12:30
€25.11
  4.0
Flight
Air China
Economy
08:40
08:25
€338.00
Flight
China Eastern Airlines
Economy
09:05
20:00
€342.00
Flight
China Eastern Airlines
Economy
09:45
20:00
€327.50
Train
China Railway
Second Class Seat
10:03
14:43
€28.18
Flight
China Eastern Airlines
Economy
10:20
19:20
€369.75
Train
China Railway
Second Class Seat
10:41
14:43
€27.08
  4.0
Flight
Shenzhen Airlines
Economy
11:15
20:00
€372.00
Train
China Railway
Second Class Seat
11:32
15:29
€27.08
  4.0
Train
China Railway
Second Class Seat
12:25
16:17
€27.08
  4.0
Flight
Shenzhen Airlines
Economy
12:50
20:00
€371.00
Flight
China Southern Airlines
Economy
13:10
11:20
€482.78
Train
China Railway
Second Class Seat
13:47
18:31
€28.18
Train
China Railway
Second Class Seat
14:13
18:31
€27.08
  4.0

How to get from Kunming to Lijiang

When you want to get from Kunming to Lijiang, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about EUR 78.44. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as EUR 78.44.

How far is Kunming from Lijiang?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Kunming to Lijiang. Your trip will be a total of 319 miles (513 km). The flying distance is 705 miles (1134 km).

How long does it take to get from Kunming to Lijiang?

The travel time from Kunming to Lijiang can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 11 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Kunming to Lijiang?

The cost of the trip from Kunming to Lijiang varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is China Eastern Airlines: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as EUR 78.44 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as EUR 78.44.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Kunming to Lijiang:

  • Train tickets - EUR 23.38 to EUR 78.03;
  • Plane tickets - EUR 78.40 to EUR 78.40;

How many trips per day are there between Kunming and Lijiang?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Flights from Kunming to Lijiang depart during the day - there are approximately 1 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Kunming to Lijiang. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is EUR 78.40.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Kunming to Lijiang

China Eastern Airlines

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Kunming to Lijiang

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Kunming to Lijiang? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% users enjoyed a train ride.

Transportation from Kunming to Lijiang

Facts about the transport from Kunming to Lijiang

Cheapest Transport€24
Fastest Transport1h 20m
Earliest Departure7:54 AM
Latest Departure9:30 PM
Departures per day1
Distance513 kilometers
Transport CompaniesChina Eastern Airlines, China Railway