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Cheap flights from Australia to Kunming from $381

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 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — KMG
2 Apr — 9 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Kunming
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Kunming. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 March 2026.

Fri 6/311:25
MEL
-
KMG
1 stop15h 05m
China Southern
Sat 28/316:05
KMG
-
MEL
1 stop25h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 28/2$601
Sun 19/419:45
MEL
-
KMG
1 stop22h 15m
Hainan Airlines
Mon 27/412:00
KMG
-
MEL
1 stop24h 05m
Hainan Airlines
Deal found 28/2$603
Mon 20/411:00
BNE
-
KMG
1 stop15h 50m
China Eastern
Mon 18/522:05
KMG
-
BNE
1 stop32h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/3$607
Sun 18/1011:20
MEL
-
KMG
1 stop15h 50m
China Southern
Mon 26/1022:35
KMG
-
MEL
1 stop32h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 28/2$615
Mon 9/312:25
MEL
-
KMG
1 stop31h 20m
XiamenAir
Tue 17/320:05
KMG
-
MEL
1 stop35h 20m
XiamenAir
Deal found 2/3$617
Mon 9/320:15
MEL
-
KMG
1 stop18h 25m
Air China
Tue 17/313:40
KMG
-
MEL
3 stops23h 00m
Air China
Deal found 2/3$635
Mon 9/313:00
MEL
-
KMG
2 stops34h 15m
China Eastern
Tue 17/320:05
KMG
-
MEL
1 stop15h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 2/3$642
Fri 24/411:00
SYD
-
KMG
1 stop15h 50m
China Eastern
Mon 27/422:25
KMG
-
SYD
1 stop31h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/3$649
Tue 14/410:05
SYD
-
KMG
2 stops25h 10m
China Eastern
Tue 21/421:25
KMG
-
SYD
1 stop32h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 27/2$652
Sun 1/310:00
SYD
-
KMG
2 stops31h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 21/320:05
KMG
-
SYD
1 stop14h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 27/2$654
Fri 29/519:40
MEL
-
KMG
1 stop22h 05m
Air China
Mon 1/622:20
KMG
-
MEL
1 stop38h 35m
Air China
Deal found 2/3$659
Fri 17/411:00
MEL
-
KMG
2 stops30h 00m
China Eastern
Fri 24/414:30
KMG
-
MEL
1 stop20h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 2/3$661

Find flight deals from Australia to Kunming

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Kunming flight deals. Data was last updated 3 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$603

One-way from

$381

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$658
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 19/4-27/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 20m total
  • Australia to Kunming
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Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 8/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 05m total
  • Australia to Kunming
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($35 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to Kunming that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 3 March 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/4

11:00-10:35

1 stop25h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 21/4

20:20-07:55

1 stop33h 35m

$652

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

19:40-15:45

1 stop22h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 1/6

22:20-14:55

1 stop38h 35m

$662

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

20:15-21:55

2 stops28h 40m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 22/3

19:20-15:40

1 stop17h 20m

$675

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 5/4

10:05-15:15

1 stop31h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 23/4

08:05-08:00

1 stop21h 55m

$681

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

22:30-15:05

2 stops19h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 22/3

08:15-11:00

2 stops23h 45m

$683

BrisbaneKunming

BNE - KMG

BNEKMG

Brisbane

Mon 20/4

11:00-00:50

1 stop15h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 17/5

09:55-09:00

2 stops21h 05m

$683

BrisbaneKunming

BNE - KMG

BNEKMG

Brisbane

Mon 20/4

11:00-14:10

1 stop29h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 16/5

08:05-09:00

2 stops22h 55m

$683

BrisbaneKunming

BNE - KMG

BNEKMG

Brisbane

Fri 13/3

11:10-19:25

2 stops34h 15m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 17/3

10:45-09:00

1 stop20h 15m

$683

BrisbaneKunming

BNE - KMG

BNEKMG

Brisbane

Fri 17/4

11:00-00:50

1 stop15h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 16/5

08:00-09:00

1 stop23h 00m

$683

BrisbaneKunming

BNE - KMG

BNEKMG

Brisbane

Wed 22/4

11:00-14:10

1 stop29h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 18/5

16:05-09:00

2 stops38h 55m

$683

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Kunming (average of $447). Flying from Australia to Kunming in December is currently the most expensive (average of $639). 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.

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 3 March 2026.
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
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
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Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

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
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

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
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

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
140 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

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
196 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

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.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 22h 05m. Australia and Kunming are separated by a distance of 8232 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The most popular route from Australia to Kunming is Melbourne - Kunming Changshui. You may also consider Sydney Kingsford Smith - Kunming Changshui or Alice Springs - 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Kunming (average of $447). Flying from Australia to Kunming in December is currently the most expensive (average of $639). 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 8 airlines flying from Australia to Kunming

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Australia to Kunming. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 3 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest$441Average$707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China SouthernCheapest$539Average$868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$556Average$871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$573Average$1,249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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AirAsiaCheapest$618Average$853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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XiamenAirCheapest$639Average$798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$644Average$820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$981Average$1,150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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