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37 h 59 min
2595 km.
from $142
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Five ways to Travel from Kunming to Kathmandu

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Cheapest
By car (2 595 km)
37 h 59 min
2595 km.
from $142
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Plane to Kathmandu
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Other
Train, Bus
2 d 3 h 36 min
1755 km.
from $232.12
Train, bus, drive via Guangyuan
2 d 8 h 33 min
1756 km.
from $190.11
Bus
2 d 7 h 9 min
1756 km.
from $276.22

Transport providers

Airlines

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Kathmandu
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$101.78–$216.28

Sichuan Airlines

Website:
ch.com/
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Kathmandu
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.95–$318.06

Thai Airways International

Website:
thaiairways.com/
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Kathmandu
Ave. Duration:
8h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.45–$483.46

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Kunming to Guangyuan
Ave. Duration:
8h 33m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$95.42–$108.14

China Railways C-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Kunming to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.63–$31.81
Train from Lijiang to Shangri-La
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.00–$10.81

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Guangyuan to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
29h 3m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.62–$101.78

Bus operators

Qichezhan

Website:
qichezhan.net/
Bus from Shangri-La County to Lasa
Ave. Duration:
24h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$87.40

China Bus Guide

Email:
Website:
chinabusguide.com
Bus from Kunming West to Yunnan
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$39.50

Checi

Website:
checi.cn
Bus from Lhasa Beijiao Passenger Transport Terminal to Zhangmu
Ave. Duration:
15h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$41.40

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kunming to Kathmandu?

The cheapest way to get from Kunming to Kathmandu is to train and bus and drive which costs $141.30 - $173.91 and takes 2 days 3h.

What is the fastest way to get from Kunming to Kathmandu?

The fastest way to get from Kunming to Kathmandu is to fly which takes 6h 33m and costs $92.39 - $195.65 .

How far is it from Kunming to Kathmandu?

The distance between Kunming and Kathmandu is 1802 km. The road distance is 2625.6 km.

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

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Kunming to Kathmandu, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Kunming and Kathmandu?

Kathmandu is 2h 15m behind Kunming. It is currently 03:24 in Kunming and 01:09 in Kathmandu.

Can I drive from Kunming to Kathmandu?

Yes, the driving distance between Kunming to Kathmandu is 2626 km. It takes approximately 39h 30m to drive from Kunming to Kathmandu.

Where can I stay near Kathmandu?

There are 1241+ hotels available in Kathmandu. Prices start at $9.18 per night.
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