Is a 45 min layover in Kunming long enough?
No, 45 minutes is probably not enough for a layover at KMG (Kunming).
Is 45 minutes enough for a layover at Wujiaba (KMG)?
Below the domestic MCT of 60 minutes; high risk of misconnection.
What is the minimum connection time at KMG?
Minimum connection times at Wujiaba: Domestic-to-Domestic is 60 minutes, International-to-International is 100 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.
Can I make a 45 minutes connection at KMG on an international flight?
45 minutes is below the 100-minute international MCT at Wujiaba. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. Changshui is a single large terminal split into domestic and international wings, connected by internal walkways and, for the farthest concourse piers, an automated people mover. All transferring passengers, domestic or international, must pass through a dedicated transfer counter to get a new boarding pass and then undergo security re-screening before reaching the departure gates.
How much time do I need for a layover at KMG?
We recommend at least 1 hour for a comfortable connection at Wujiaba. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 20 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 25 minutes).
What happens if I miss my connection at KMG?
If you miss a connection, go to the China Eastern or your operating carrier's transfer desk in the terminal, as most connections here are on Chinese carriers with staffed rebooking counters; international passengers may need to clear immigration first before any rebooking can occur.