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Cheap flights from Australia to Kunming from $373

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 20/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — KMG
7 Jul — 14 Jul1
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 7 June 2026.

Mon 27/720:35
SYD
-
KMG
1 stop31h 25m
Scoot
Sun 16/803:00
KMG
-
SYD
1 stop14h 20m
Scoot
Deal found 7/6$708
Fri 24/720:35
SYD
-
KMG
1 stop31h 25m
Scoot
Thu 30/703:00
KMG
-
SYD
1 stop14h 20m
Scoot
Deal found 3/6$823
Tue 28/708:15
SYD
-
KMG
1 stop30h 10m
Juneyao Airlines
Mon 17/813:30
KMG
-
SYD
1 stop14h 45m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 7/6$832
Sat 31/1015:15
SYD
-
KMG
1 stop23h 40m
China Southern
Sat 14/1122:05
KMG
-
SYD
1 stop30h 25m
China Southern
Deal found 3/6$871
Fri 6/1111:25
MEL
-
KMG
1 stop34h 35m
China Southern
Sat 14/1120:15
KMG
-
MEL
1 stop22h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 3/6$887
Tue 7/710:20
MEL
-
KMG
1 stop27h 50m
China Southern
Thu 30/710:30
KMG
-
MEL
1 stop30h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 3/6$910
Thu 16/710:20
MEL
-
KMG
1 stop31h 50m
China Southern
Wed 29/721:25
KMG
-
MEL
1 stop33h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 2/6$911
Sat 18/707:00
MEL
-
KMG
1 stop30h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 31/707:30
KMG
-
MEL
1 stop19h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6$927
Sat 24/1020:40
SYD
-
KMG
1 stop27h 25m
Air China
Fri 13/1111:20
KMG
-
SYD
1 stop25h 10m
Air China
Deal found 4/6$928
Thu 3/920:20
SYD
-
KMG
1 stop28h 15m
Sichuan Airlines
Wed 16/907:45
KMG
-
SYD
1 stop28h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 6/6$937
Sun 26/710:15
SYD
-
KMG
1 stop14h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 16/803:00
KMG
-
SYD
1 stop14h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6$942
Tue 27/1021:40
MEL
-
KMG
1 stop16h 15m
Sichuan Airlines
Fri 30/1012:00
KMG
-
MEL
1 stop23h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 6/6$944

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 7 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$823

One-way from

$373

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$830
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  • 24/7-30/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 45m total
  • Australia to Kunming
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  • 20/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 25m total
  • Australia to Kunming
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($41 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 7 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Tue 27/10

21:40-10:55

1 stop16h 15m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 30/10

12:00-14:30

1 stop23h 30m

$944

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Mon 20/7

21:35-02:00

1 stop30h 25m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 26/7

03:00-20:20

1 stop15h 20m

$951

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 3/9

20:20-22:35

1 stop28h 15m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 16/9

07:45-14:15

1 stop28h 30m

$951

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/10

21:25-10:50

1 stop16h 25m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 2/11

07:45-14:40

1 stop27h 55m

$958

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Mon 20/7

21:35-02:00

1 stop30h 25m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 27/7

10:50-22:35

2 stops33h 45m

$1,015

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 24/7

16:05-02:00

2 stops35h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 30/7

03:00-19:20

1 stop14h 20m

$1,017

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/7

10:05-00:30

1 stop16h 25m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 18/8

09:50-08:00

2 stops20h 10m

$1,020
Fastest return journey

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/7

10:00-00:20

1 stop16h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 18/8

09:50-08:00

2 stops20h 10m

$1,020

BrisbaneKunming

BNE - KMG

BNEKMG

Brisbane

Mon 2/11

11:10-15:15

2 stops30h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 5/11

16:20-09:00

2 stops38h 40m

$1,032

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/10

21:30-15:15

2 stops20h 45m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 2/11

20:30-10:00

1 stop34h 30m

$1,044

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Kunming (average of $478). Flying from Australia to Kunming in December is currently the most expensive (average of $640). 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 32 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 7 June 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
66 reviews
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Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.3

Overall

8.3

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
66 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
66 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.3

Overall

8.3

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
66 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.3

Overall

8.3

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
7.5
Good
153 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
66 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.3

Overall

8.3

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
222 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
66 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

8.3

Overall

8.3

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 16h 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 $287 on Scoot. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Southern from $298 and Shenzhen Airlines from $311 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 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Kunming (average of $478). Flying from Australia to Kunming in December is currently the most expensive (average of $640). 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 7 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest$524Average$1,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China SouthernCheapest$531Average$916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$556Average$909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$573Average$1,242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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XiamenAirCheapest$639Average$798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$769Average$832FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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AirAsiaCheapest$829Average$857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$955Average$1,232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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