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Cheap flights from Australia to Kunming from $438

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 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — KMG
30 Apr — 7 May1
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 31 March 2026.

Sat 25/420:35
SYD
-
KMG
1 stop31h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/502:30
KMG
-
SYD
1 stop27h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$696
Mon 4/521:35
MEL
-
KMG
1 stop30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/517:55
KMG
-
MEL
1 stop27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$696
Sun 10/521:00
MEL
-
KMG
1 stop25h 20m
China Southern
Sun 17/518:35
KMG
-
MEL
1 stop22h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 26/3$719
Mon 31/810:00
SYD
-
KMG
2 stops30h 00m
China Eastern
Sun 13/909:00
KMG
-
SYD
2 stops21h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 29/3$721
Sun 17/508:00
MEL
-
KMG
1 stop31h 25m
Juneyao Airlines
Thu 28/507:10
KMG
-
MEL
1 stop20h 50m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 28/3$721
Thu 16/410:05
SYD
-
KMG
1 stop16h 05m
China Southern
Thu 14/517:15
KMG
-
SYD
1 stop24h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 27/3$725
Sat 13/607:00
MEL
-
KMG
1 stop30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 21/603:00
KMG
-
MEL
1 stop15h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3$742
Wed 20/514:10
SYD
-
KMG
1 stop21h 15m
China Southern
Wed 27/522:35
KMG
-
SYD
1 stop18h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 26/3$747
Mon 20/412:00
MEL
-
KMG
2 stops33h 25m
China Eastern
Sat 25/418:20
KMG
-
MEL
2 stops37h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 29/3$750
Mon 31/810:00
SYD
-
KMG
2 stops36h 00m
China Eastern
Fri 4/908:00
KMG
-
SYD
2 stops22h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 29/3$763
Mon 20/407:00
MEL
-
KMG
1 stop30h 10m
Beijing Capital Airlines
Sat 25/421:55
KMG
-
MEL
1 stop29h 05m
Beijing Capital Airlines
Deal found 29/3$785
Mon 18/508:15
SYD
-
KMG
1 stop31h 10m
Juneyao Airlines
Fri 29/507:10
KMG
-
SYD
1 stop21h 05m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 26/3$788

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 31 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$696

One-way from

$438

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$678
25/4-6/5
  • 25/4-6/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 59h 15m total
  • Australia to Kunming
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  • 10/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 00m total
  • Australia to Kunming
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($57 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($38 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 31 March 2026.
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SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/4

20:35-02:00

1 stop31h 25m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 6/5

02:30-08:20

1 stop27h 50m

$696

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sun 10/5

21:00-20:20

1 stop25h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 17/5

18:35-19:20

1 stop22h 45m

$719

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 31/8

10:00-14:00

2 stops30h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 13/9

09:00-08:00

2 stops21h 00m

$721

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 31/8

10:00-20:00

2 stops36h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 4/9

08:00-08:00

2 stops22h 00m

$763

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

14:35-00:30

1 stop35h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 20/5

08:55-05:00

1 stop18h 05m

$814

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sat 2/5

20:20-22:35

1 stop28h 15m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 6/5

07:45-14:10

1 stop28h 25m

$882
Fastest return journey

BrisbaneKunming

BNE - KMG

BNEKMG

Brisbane

Fri 4/9

11:05-00:50

1 stop15h 45m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 6/9

09:30-09:00

1 stop21h 30m

$887

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

07:00-11:10

1 stop30h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 2/7

03:00-07:40

2 stops26h 40m

$893

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Mon 25/5

07:00-11:10

1 stop30h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 2/7

03:00-08:10

2 stops27h 10m

$894

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sun 24/5

21:35-16:50

2 stops21h 15m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 2/7

03:00-08:10

2 stops27h 10m

$983

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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 $458). Flying from Australia to Kunming in April is currently the most expensive (average of $677). 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 31 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
8.3
Very Good
63 reviews
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Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.9

Food

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.5

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

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.9

Food

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.5

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

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.9

Food

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.5

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
146 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
63 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.9

Food

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.5

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

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.9

Food

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.5

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to Kunming. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 28h 15m. 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 $295 on Scoot. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Southern from $307 and China Eastern from $332 one-way.

  • 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 $458). Flying from Australia to Kunming in April is currently the most expensive (average of $677). 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 31 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest$453Average$741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China SouthernCheapest$517Average$868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$572Average$866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$589Average$1,285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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AirAsiaCheapest$636Average$877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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XiamenAirCheapest$657Average$821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$663Average$843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$981Average$1,206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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