Fly private between Kunming and Lijiang from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Kunming (KMG) to Lijiang (LJG), and from Lijiang (LJG) back to Kunming (KMG).
The straight-line distance between Kunming and Lijiang is about 321 km (199 miles), or 173 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Kunming to Lijiang (and Lijiang to Kunming) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a very light jet such as the Embraer Phenom 100EV. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (CNY) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 03m | 57 min – 1h 09m | ¥58,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 51 min | 46 min – 56 min | ¥69,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CNY) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 03m | ¥58,000 – ¥80,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 00m | ¥65,000 – ¥87,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CNY) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 51 min | ¥69,000 – ¥98,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 50 min | ¥76,000 – ¥110,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 49 min | ¥83,000 – ¥120,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
What determines the price between Kunming and Lijiang? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Kunming, China: Kunming Changshui International Airport.
Lijiang, China: Lijiang Sanyi International Airport.
| Kunming Changshui International Airport | Lijiang Sanyi International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | ZPPP / KMG | ZPLJ / LJG |
| Longest hard runway | 14,764 ft | 9,843 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 6,903 ft | 7,359 ft |
Kunming Changshui International Airport is at 6,903 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on departure.
Lijiang Sanyi International Airport is at 7,359 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on arrival.
All 21 aircraft we quote for Kunming to Lijiang can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Kunming Changshui International Airport has 14,764 ft and Lijiang Sanyi International Airport 9,843 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 321 km.
Alternates within range: Lijiang Baisha Heliport
Pets are welcome on every Kunming–Lijiang charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Kunming–Lijiang quote requests within 60 minutes.
Pick your slot and depart. Private charter between Kunming and Lijiang is built around your itinerary.
Kunming–Lijiang is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 1h 03m gate to gate over 321 km (199 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Kunming–Lijiang charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Lijiang to Kunming runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
