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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Kunming from $427

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 15/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — KMG
8 Jul — 15 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Kunming Changshui are usually found in March or May, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap 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 3 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$686

One-way from

$427

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$809
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 20/8-23/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 45m total
  • Melbourne to Kunming
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Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 15/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Kunming
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($202 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($81 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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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 3 July 2025.

Thu 24/710:20MEL - KMG
1 stop15h 50mChina Southern
Thu 7/818:40KMG - MEL
1 stop22h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 30/6$615
Thu 14/813:00MEL - KMG
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 20/802:30KMG - MEL
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6$680
Fri 8/811:00MEL - KMG
2 stops29h 50mChina Eastern
Fri 22/808:00KMG - MEL
1 stop24h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 30/6$788
Fri 10/1021:20MEL - KMG
1 stop28h 05mSichuan Airlines
Thu 23/1007:45KMG - MEL
1 stop28h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 30/6$872
Thu 9/1012:35MEL - KMG
1 stop29h 05mXiamenAir
Thu 23/1015:45KMG - MEL
1 stop15h 50mXiamenAir
Deal found 2/7$896
Fri 8/818:25MEL - KMG
1 stop33h 35mSingapore Airlines
Tue 12/803:00KMG - MEL
1 stop15h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 30/6$931

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Price

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Thu 24/7

10:20-00:10

1 stop15h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 7/8

18:40-19:20

1 stop22h 40m

$615

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Thu 14/8

13:00-02:00

1 stop15h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 20/8

02:30-20:20

1 stop15h 50m

$680

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Fri 8/8

11:00-14:50

2 stops29h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 22/8

08:00-10:00

1 stop24h 00m

$788

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Fri 10/10

21:20-22:25

1 stop28h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 23/10

07:45-15:20

1 stop28h 35m

$872

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Thu 9/10

12:35-14:40

1 stop29h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 23/10

15:45-10:35

1 stop15h 50m

$896

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Fri 8/8

18:25-02:00

1 stop33h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 12/8

03:00-20:35

1 stop15h 35m

$931

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Tue 15/7

19:45-16:00

1 stop22h 15m

$427

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Tue 15/7

21:30-15:00

2 stops19h 30m

$470

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Tue 15/7

05:15-11:25

3 stops32h 10m

$487

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Deals found on 2/7

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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 27 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to Kunming is 50 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Kunming (average of $362). Flying from Melbourne 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 MEL to KMG?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 3 July 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne to Kunming in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 24% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

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 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines, Thai Airways, 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
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
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Crew

8.9

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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
41 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
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Crew

8.9

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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.
Thai Airways
7.7
Good
338 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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
7.6
Good
100 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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
7.1
Good
152 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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.
Batik Air
5.9
Fair
72 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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. 9 airlines have flights to Kunming Changshui from Melbourne on a regular basis.

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

    According to our current data, China Southern ($686), China Eastern ($791), and XiamenAir ($896) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Kunming. China Southern is currently priced 11% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Kunming (average of $362). Flying from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Kunming

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest$398Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China SouthernCheapest$497Average$701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$525Average$882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapest$541Average$775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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XiamenAirCheapest$567Average$908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Air ChinaCheapest$647Average$820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest$691Average$880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$759Average$1,547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,024Average$1,081FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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