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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Kunming from $428

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 16/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — KMG
7 May — 14 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Kunming
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Kunming. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 April 2026.

Wed 29/700:30
MEL
-
KMG
1 stop26h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/802:30
KMG
-
MEL
1 stop18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$601
Thu 30/712:00
MEL
-
KMG
2 stops23h 15m
China Eastern
Wed 26/817:10
KMG
-
MEL
1 stop14h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 4/4$734
Mon 18/510:20
MEL
-
KMG
1 stop33h 10m
China Southern
Mon 25/522:35
KMG
-
MEL
1 stop18h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 3/4$749
Fri 24/408:00
MEL
-
KMG
1 stop18h 20m
Juneyao Airlines
Fri 1/519:05
KMG
-
MEL
1 stop32h 55m
Juneyao Airlines
Deal found 5/4$756
Fri 24/411:00
MEL
-
KMG
1 stop29h 10m
China Eastern
Fri 1/509:50
KMG
-
MEL
2 stops22h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 5/4$850
Mon 13/407:00
MEL
-
KMG
1 stop18h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/416:00
KMG
-
MEL
1 stop35h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4$851
Sun 12/410:20
MEL
-
KMG
1 stop29h 00m
China Southern
Sat 2/522:35
KMG
-
MEL
1 stop29h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 3/4$856
Mon 18/507:00
MEL
-
KMG
1 stop30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 25/517:55
KMG
-
MEL
3 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4$940
Sat 9/520:20
MEL
-
KMG
1 stop28h 15m
Sichuan Airlines
Mon 11/507:45
KMG
-
MEL
1 stop28h 25m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 2/4$997

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Kunming

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Kunming (KMG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 7 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$601

One-way from

$428

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June

Average price

$724
29/7-25/8
  • 29/7-25/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Kunming
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  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 00m total
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MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Wed 29/7

00:30-01:25

1 stop26h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 25/8

02:30-23:15

1 stop18h 45m

$601

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

10:20-17:30

1 stop33h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 25/5

22:35-19:20

1 stop18h 45m

$749

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sat 9/5

20:20-22:35

1 stop28h 15m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 11/5

07:45-14:10

1 stop28h 25m

$997

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sat 9/5

12:00-09:15

2 stops23h 15m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 11/5

11:50-12:40

2 stops22h 50m

$1,159
Cheapest one-way

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sat 16/5

13:00-02:00

1 stop15h 00m

$428

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Tue 26/5

21:20-13:40

1 stop18h 20m

$483

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sun 24/5

21:20-13:40

1 stop18h 20m

$483

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

07:00-11:10

1 stop30h 10m

$487

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

12:00-17:15

2 stops31h 15m

$546

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sat 16/5

13:00-01:25

3 stops38h 25m

$574

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Kunming

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Kunming. Price data was last updated on 3 April 2026.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to Kunming is 81 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Kunming (average of $502). Flying from Melbourne to Kunming in July is currently the most expensive (average of $785). 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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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 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines,Sichuan Airlines, andChina Southern from Melbourne 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.
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
63 reviews
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Overall

8.3

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.4

Comfort

8.1

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

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.4

Comfort

8.1

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

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.4

Comfort

8.1

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

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.4

Comfort

8.1

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

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.4

Comfort

8.1

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 Melbourne 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 Melbourne?

    For a flight from Melbourne to Kunming, you will be flying into Kunming Changshui. Kunming Changshui (KMG) is just 23.8 km from the centre vof the city. Kunming Changshui is the only Kunming airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 7 airlines have flights to Kunming Changshui from Melbourne on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Kunming?

    Departing from Melbourne to Kunming will take you 28h 15m. The distance between Melbourne and Kunming is about 8232 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Kunming round-trip?

    According to our current data, China Southern ($512), Hainan Airlines ($534), and China Eastern ($633) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Kunming. China Southern is currently priced 38% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $304 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from China Southern. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Eastern and Thai Airways, with prices starting from $329 and $596, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Kunming?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Kunming (average of $502). Flying from Melbourne to Kunming in July is currently the most expensive (average of $785). 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 7 airlines flying from Melbourne to Kunming

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China SouthernCheapest$512Average$743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$534Average$970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China EasternCheapest$633Average$838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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XiamenAirCheapest$651Average$866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$657Average$836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$721Average$1,602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$973Average$1,248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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