Kunming Changshui Airport (KMG)

Kunming Changshui International Airport, opened on 28 June 2012, is the main air terminal serving Kunming, the capital city of Yunnan Province, and one of the key gateways to South and Southeast Asia. In addition to numerous domestic destinations, it operates international routes to neighbouring countries, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East.

Official Website: km.ynairport.com

Number of terminals - 1 - Open 24 hours a day. It is the second-largest terminal in China and consists of three levels above ground and another three underground.

Annual passenger traffic: 42 million passengers passed through it in 2023.

Tel: +86 871 96566

There are information counters in the Departures Hall on the third floor, next to the domestic security checkpoint, the commercial area of both the domestic and international sectors (second floor), and the reception hall on the first basement level.

 Location

Car rental agencies

Avis (Tel +86 400 001 3600) and Hertz (Tel +86 153 9626 3108) counters are available 24 hours a day on level B2, in front of the car parks.

It is important to note that renting a car requires a Chinese driving licence. International driving permits are not accepted. For this reason, the most popular option for tourists is to hire a car with a driver.

Parking services at Kunming Changshui Airport (KMG)

The car park is located next to the south side of the terminal and is divided into two levels, B2 and B3. It is available for both short- and long-term stays, with the first 15 minutes free of charge. Fees are calculated every 30 min. Payment can be made at any of the 12 exits of the area, using cash, card, or mobile applications (WeChat, Alipay). More information: Tel +86 871 6709 2000 / 96566.

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Facilities for passengers with special needs

Passengers requiring special assistance or wheelchairs should inform their airline about their specific needs before travelling. The airport is equipped with lifts and ramps, adapted restrooms, and accessible telephones.