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$320+ Cheap flights to Kunming

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— KMG
25 Apr — 2 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Kunming in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Kunming
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Kunming. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 26 March 2026.

Mon 31/810:00
SYD
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KMG
1 stop16h 20m
China Eastern
Sun 13/909:00
KMG
-
SYD
2 stops21h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 22/3$723
Sun 18/1011:05
SYD
-
KMG
1 stop25h 20m
China Southern
Mon 2/1120:15
KMG
-
SYD
1 stop21h 05m
China Southern
Deal found 23/3$731
Mon 20/410:00
SYD
-
KMG
2 stops26h 45m
China Eastern
Mon 27/409:50
KMG
-
SYD
2 stops20h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/3$756
Mon 31/810:00
SYD
-
KMG
2 stops36h 00m
China Eastern
Fri 4/918:20
KMG
-
SYD
2 stops35h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 24/3$762
Thu 21/508:15
SYD
-
KMG
1 stop18h 05m
Juneyao Airlines
Mon 25/507:10
KMG
-
SYD
1 stop21h 05m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 23/3$778
Fri 1/520:35
SYD
-
KMG
1 stop31h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 30/519:55
KMG
-
SYD
1 stop16h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3$794
Tue 5/513:00
SYD
-
KMG
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/517:55
KMG
-
SYD
1 stop23h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3$800
Fri 1/511:00
SYD
-
KMG
2 stops32h 05m
China Eastern
Sat 30/519:15
KMG
-
SYD
1 stop34h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 22/3$821
Sat 9/510:00
SYD
-
KMG
2 stops39h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 16/512:50
KMG
-
SYD
1 stop24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3$828

Find flight deals to Kunming

Find the latest flights to Kunming in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 26 March 2026.

Return from

$723

One-way from

$320

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$667
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 31/8-13/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 20m total
  • Sydney to Kunming
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17/6
  • 17/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 35m total
  • Sydney to Kunming
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($39 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 31/8

10:00-01:30

1 stop17h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 13/9

08:10-07:55

1 stop21h 45m

$723

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/4

10:00-10:45

2 stops26h 45m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 27/4

09:50-08:05

2 stops20h 15m

$756

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 31/8

10:00-20:00

2 stops36h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 4/9

18:20-08:00

2 stops35h 40m

$762

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 21/5

08:15-00:20

1 stop18h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 25/5

07:10-06:15

1 stop21h 05m

$778
Fastest return journey

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/5

13:00-02:00

1 stop15h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 12/5

17:55-19:35

1 stop23h 40m

$800

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 9/5

10:00-23:00

2 stops39h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 16/5

12:50-14:50

1 stop24h 00m

$828

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/5

11:25-10:45

1 stop25h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 13/5

20:10-09:20

1 stop35h 10m

$909
Cheapest one-way

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 17/6

20:50-01:25

1 stop30h 35m

$320
Fastest single journey

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/4

11:25-10:45

1 stop25h 20m

$415

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 24/5

11:25-18:50

1 stop33h 25m

$478

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When is the best time to book a flight to Kunming?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Kunming. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Kunming, you should look to book at least 52 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kunming

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kunming. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kunming. Reviews last updated 26 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Hainan Airlines,Sichuan Airlines, andChina Southern to China by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
63 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.4

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
63 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
63 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.4

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Sichuan Airlines
7.9
Good
33 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
63 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.4

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
China Southern
7.4
Good
145 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
63 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.4

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
200 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
63 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.4

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

FAQs about flying to Kunming

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kunming?

    For a flight to Kunming, you will be flying into Kunming Changshui. Kunming Changshui (KMG) is just 23.8 km from the centre of the city.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Kunming if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kunming on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Kunming?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Hainan Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kunming.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Kunming?

    Kunming Changshui is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kunming. One-way flights to Kunming Changshui typically cost $157, while return flights cost around $292.

  • How much is a return flight to Kunming?

    A return flight to Kunming will typically cost around $336, however they can be found for as little as $292.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Kunming depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Kunming, Sydney Kingsford Smith offers the quickest one-way flight (18 hours 5 minutes).

  • Does Kunming Changshui have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kunming Changshui can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Kunming Changshui?

    Yes. Kunming Changshui has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Lian Du Hotel is the closest property to Kunming Changshui (0.0 km away from Kunming Changshui).

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