Transfer to/from - Kunming International Airport (KMG)

Transportation

Bus

There are several bus and express services departing from the station located on floor B1, next to exits 2 and 3 of the terminal. More information: Tel +86 871 96566 / 871 6708 8999.

- 1: Xiaoximen
- 1A: Wujiaba
- 1B: Kunming Jinjiang Hotel
- 3: North Coach Station
- 4: South Coach Station
- 5A: Dianci Hotel
- 5B: West Coach Station
- 6: Kunming Railway Station
- Stone Forest: Shili Coach Station

Metro

Kunming Metro line 6 departs from the station located on level B2 and goes to East Coach Station, in Kunming city centre, with a journey time of about 20 minutes. Departures every 15 min. between 6:20 am and 11:00 pm. Other stops include Dabanqiao, Juhua, Dongjiao Road, Chajie and Tangzixiang.

At East Coach Station, you can board line 3 to Hongqiao, Taipingcun, Jinmasi, Dashuying, Tuodong Stadium and Donfeng Square.

Rent a Car

Taxi

Taxis are the most convenient and fastest way to get to the city centre, but they are also the most expensive. Taxi ranks are located in front of the terminal, on level B1, and the journey to the centre of Kunming takes about 20 minutes. One company you can book in advance is Kunming Taxi (Tel +86 871 331 2533). Extra fares apply between 11:00 pm and 6:00 am. It's advisable to have the name of your destination written in Chinese, as drivers often don't speak or understand English.

Although there are issues that seem more than obvious, it is always advisable to take them into account when moving to or from the airport, and especially if we go by public transport.  1- To the airport - It is convenient to leave with a little more anticipation than what is commonly suggested. If you choose a taxi or a private car service, always take into account peak traffic times, demonstrations, strikes or events that may delay the journey to the airport from where you are. It is always good to be informed about what is happening. If you contract a shared transfer service, have a contact telephone number handy in case of any delay by the company. In these cases they usually already have a scheduled collection time. If you use public transport (collective, train) take into account the schedules (weekends and holidays tend to have less frequency), if you have to change and also how to board (if you need a card or paying the driver or motorist at the moment ). These are details that seem obvious, but it is advisable to know so as not to have surprises and suffer a delay that could cause complications. If you rent a car to get to the airport, check where to leave the vehicle. At some airports, there is an exclusive parking lot for rental cars.  2 -From the airport- Here it is a little less stressful since you don't have the pressure of missing your flight. In the worst case, you will arrive later at the place where you are going to stay or at the meeting point where you are trying to arrive. Once you leave the plane, look for your suitcase and finish with the arrival procedures that are required. Then, follow the directions for public transportation or ask the airport staff. It is very useful to find out in advance the schedules of the buses or trains in case you arrive late at night. Not all work 24 hours. The same goes for taxis. In case of using an Uber-type service, have the mobile application handy to contact the driver. On the other hand, if you booked a private transport service, it is likely that they will have a person waiting for you, identified with a sign. If you rent a car to go from the airport to your final destination, for greater peace of mind it is advisable to book it in advance. Rental counters are usually available in the arrivals hall.

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