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Cheap flights from Australia to Kunming from $342

SYD — KMG
23 Sep — 30 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Kunming

Thu 12/1121:00 -
1 stop17h 00m
Fri 13/1117:55 -
1 stop18h 25m
Deal found 21/8$659
Sat 17/1021:00 -
1 stop22h 30m
Wed 28/1017:55 -
1 stop18h 25m
Deal found 22/8$664
Sat 17/1021:00 -
1 stop22h 30m
Fri 30/1017:55 -
1 stop18h 25m
Deal found 23/8$665
Mon 19/1021:35 -
1 stop31h 25m
Sun 15/1103:00 -
1 stop30h 10m
Deal found 23/8$689
Sun 25/1013:25 -
1 stop15h 35m
Sun 15/1103:00 -
1 stop30h 10m
Deal found 23/8$699
Wed 2/908:00 -
1 stop17h 45m
Thu 10/907:10 -
1 stop20h 50m
Deal found 22/8$728
Tue 8/919:45 -
1 stop17h 10m
Mon 14/917:30 -
1 stop18h 35m
Deal found 22/8$736
Tue 8/911:35 -
1 stop25h 10m
Tue 15/912:10 -
1 stop19h 25m
Deal found 22/8$758
Thu 12/1112:10 -
1 stop26h 25m
Fri 13/1117:00 -
2 stops37h 05m
Deal found 21/8$782
Mon 26/1021:40 -
1 stop16h 15m
Wed 28/1012:00 -
1 stop24h 00m
Deal found 23/8$793
Sat 12/910:00 -
2 stops26h 45m
Sun 20/921:20 -
2 stops32h 45m
Deal found 19/8$800
Fri 4/919:45 -
1 stop17h 10m
Mon 7/917:30 -
1 stop18h 35m
Deal found 23/8$803

Find flight deals from Australia to Kunming

Round-trip from

$659

One-way from

$342

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$890
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 12/11-13/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 25m total
  • Australia to Kunming
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  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 25m total
  • Australia to Kunming
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($214 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average return price).
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SydneyKunming

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - KMG Kunming Changshui

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 12/1

12:00-10:40

1 stop25h 40m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 10/2

12:45-09:30

1 stop17h 45m

$746

SydneyKunming

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - KMG Kunming Changshui

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 12/9

10:00-10:45

2 stops26h 45m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 20/9

21:20-08:05

2 stops32h 45m

$800

BrisbaneKunming

BNE Brisbane - KMG Kunming Changshui

BNEKMG

Brisbane

Wed 27/1

21:00-15:15

2 stops20h 15m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 11/2

16:20-13:30

2 stops19h 10m

$802

SydneyKunming

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - KMG Kunming Changshui

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 19/10

11:00-01:30

1 stop17h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 16/11

21:10-09:05

2 stops32h 55m

$841

BrisbaneKunming

BNE Brisbane - KMG Kunming Changshui

BNEKMG

Brisbane

Wed 27/1

11:10-17:05

2 stops31h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 11/2

19:25-09:00

1 stop35h 35m

$844

SydneyKunming

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - KMG Kunming Changshui

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/10

11:05-09:15

2 stops25h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 16/11

14:30-09:05

2 stops39h 35m

$866

MelbourneKunming

MEL Melbourne - KMG Kunming Changshui

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sat 5/9

20:20-13:10

1 stop18h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 7/9

08:55-14:10

1 stop27h 15m

$871

MelbourneKunming

MEL Melbourne - KMG Kunming Changshui

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sat 5/9

20:20-13:10

1 stop18h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 11/9

08:55-14:10

1 stop27h 15m

$874

MelbourneKunming

MEL Melbourne - KMG Kunming Changshui

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sun 6/9

10:20-00:20

1 stop16h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 9/9

13:15-08:40

1 stop17h 25m

$924
Fastest return journey

SydneyKunming

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - KMG Kunming Changshui

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 12/9

08:15-23:45

1 stop17h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 20/9

20:30-12:30

1 stop14h 00m

$924

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to Kunming

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to Kunming?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Kunming (average of $644). Flying from Australia to Kunming in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,320). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Australia to Kunming?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Australia to Kunming, you should look to book at least 23 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

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines,Sichuan Airlines, andChina Southern from Australia to Kunming. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
69 reviews
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Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.9

Food

8.4

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
69 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
69 reviews
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Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.9

Food

8.4

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
7.8
Good
35 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
69 reviews
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Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.9

Food

8.4

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
7.3
Good
172 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
69 reviews
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Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.9

Food

8.4

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
7.3
Good
234 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
69 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.9

Food

8.4

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.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into Kunming Changshui (KMG) if they book a flight to Kunming from Australia. Kunming Changshui is conveniently located just 23.8 km from Kunming’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Australia to Kunming?

    Departing from Australia to Kunming will take you 17h 10m. Australia and Kunming are separated by a distance of 8232 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Australia to Kunming one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $282 on Scoot. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Shenzhen Airlines from $306 and China Eastern from $370 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to Kunming?

    The most popular route from Australia to Kunming is Sydney Kingsford Smith - Kunming Changshui. You may also consider Melbourne - Kunming Changshui or Brisbane - Kunming Changshui.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to Kunming that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Australia to Kunming flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to Kunming?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Australia to Kunming.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to Kunming?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to Kunming by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to Kunming?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Kunming (average of $644). Flying from Australia to Kunming in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,320). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Australia to Kunming

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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$515Average$896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China SouthernCheapest$522Average$1,015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$546Average$992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$563Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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XiamenAirCheapest$673Average$838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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AirAsiaCheapest$815Average$841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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