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Cheap flights from Australia to Kunming from $319

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 24/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — KMG
6 May — 13 May1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Kunming

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Kunming flight deals. Data was last updated 1 May 2025.

Round-trip from

$635

One-way from

$319

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$628
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 7/6-10/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 50m total
  • Australia to Kunming
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Beijing Capital Airlines
  • Beijing Capital Airlines
  • 24/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 05m total
  • Australia to Kunming
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($275 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($74 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 1 May 2025.

Sat 7/608:45SYD - KMG
1 stop29h 20mChina Southern
Tue 10/611:55KMG - SYD
1 stop18h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 30/4$635
Sat 14/611:25SYD - KMG
1 stop33h 25mXiamenAir
Sat 21/620:15KMG - SYD
1 stop35h 05mXiamenAir
Deal found 30/4$638
Wed 18/611:35MEL - KMG
1 stop25h 10mXiamenAir
Wed 25/620:15KMG - MEL
1 stop35h 20mXiamenAir
Deal found 1/5$641
Sat 7/608:15SYD - KMG
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/602:30KMG - SYD
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4$650
Wed 18/608:00MEL - KMG
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/603:00KMG - MEL
1 stop30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$692
Wed 18/611:00MEL - KMG
2 stops29h 50mChina Eastern
Wed 25/614:30KMG - MEL
1 stop20h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/5$703
Sat 3/508:15SYD - KMG
1 stop17h 10mJuneyao Airlines
Sat 10/519:20KMG - SYD
1 stop32h 55mJuneyao Airlines
Deal found 1/5$706
Sat 7/611:20SYD - KMG
2 stops23h 55mChina Eastern
Tue 10/615:55KMG - SYD
2 stops18h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 30/4$727
Thu 4/913:00MEL - KMG
1 stop15h 00mScoot
Thu 2/1003:00KMG - MEL
1 stop15h 15mScoot
Deal found 30/4$950
Thu 18/910:20MEL - KMG
1 stop29h 15mChina Southern
Thu 2/1011:55KMG - MEL
1 stop29h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 30/4$1,003
Thu 4/920:20MEL - KMG
1 stop28h 05mSichuan Airlines
Fri 3/1007:45KMG - MEL
1 stop28h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 30/4$1,100
Wed 3/920:00MEL - KMG
2 stops28h 50mAir China
Mon 6/1021:15KMG - MEL
2 stops39h 20mAir China
Deal found 30/4$1,288

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/6

08:45-12:05

1 stop29h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 10/6

11:55-08:25

1 stop18h 30m

$635

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 14/6

11:25-18:50

1 stop33h 25m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 21/6

20:15-09:20

1 stop35h 05m

$638

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Wed 18/6

11:35-10:45

1 stop25h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 25/6

20:15-09:35

1 stop35h 20m

$641

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/6

08:15-23:25

1 stop17h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 9/6

02:30-20:00

1 stop15h 30m

$650

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Wed 18/6

08:00-23:20

1 stop17h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 24/6

03:00-11:45

1 stop30h 45m

$692

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Wed 18/6

11:00-14:50

2 stops29h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 25/6

14:30-12:40

1 stop20h 10m

$703

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/6

11:20-09:15

2 stops23h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 10/6

15:55-12:35

2 stops18h 40m

$727

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Thu 4/9

13:00-02:00

1 stop15h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 2/10

03:00-20:15

1 stop15h 15m

$950

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Thu 18/9

10:20-13:35

1 stop29h 15m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 2/10

11:55-19:20

1 stop29h 25m

$1,003

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Thu 4/9

20:20-22:25

1 stop28h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 3/10

07:45-14:20

1 stop28h 35m

$1,100

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Kunming

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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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Kunming (average of $362). Flying from Australia to Kunming in December is currently the most expensive (average of $815). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AU to KMG?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to Kunming. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 1 May 2025.

When flying from Australia to Kunming, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Kunming by month

Plan your trip to Kunming by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kunming ranges from 10.0 - 200.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 200.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Kunming when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Kunming by month

Plan your trip to Kunming by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kunming, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

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 1 May 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, China Southern and China Eastern from Australia to Kunming have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
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Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
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Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
China Southern
7.5
Good
96 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
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Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
China Eastern
7.1
Good
148 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
303 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during 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.

  • 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 $319 on Beijing Capital Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Juneyao Airlines from $350 and China Eastern from $511 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 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Kunming (average of $362). Flying from Australia to Kunming in December is currently the most expensive (average of $815). 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 9 airlines flying from Australia to Kunming

Discover the top 9 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 1 May 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest$409Average$572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China SouthernCheapest$513Average$1,099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$528Average$842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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XiamenAirCheapest$534Average$798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$539Average$906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapest$555Average$986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Batik AirCheapest$635Average$1,251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$728Average$1,589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,022Average$1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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