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 5/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — KMG
4 Jan — 11 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Kunming Changshui are usually found in May or November, booked 15 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Monday
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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 5 December 2025.
Wed 31/1222:30MEL - KMG
1 stop26h 35mChina Eastern
Wed 7/108:15KMG - MEL
1 stop23h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 2/12$1,270
Tue 30/1212:00MEL - KMG
2 stops36h 10mChina Eastern
Sun 4/108:15KMG - MEL
2 stops23h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/12$1,337
Tue 30/1221:40MEL - KMG
1 stop16h 15mSichuan Airlines
Sun 4/112:00KMG - MEL
1 stop23h 30mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 3/12$1,428
Tue 30/1217:55MEL - KMG
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/120:05KMG - MEL
3 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$1,671
Wed 31/1217:55MEL - KMG
3 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/102:35KMG - MEL
2 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$2,104
Best flights from Melbourne to Kunming
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Kunming that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
Tue 20/122:20MEL - KMG
1 stop16h 50mShenzhen Airlines
Mon 9/213:15KMG - MEL
1 stop20h 45mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 3/12$626
Sat 14/323:30MEL - KMG
1 stop15h 25mChina Southern
Wed 18/322:10KMG - MEL
1 stop32h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 3/12$753
Tue 13/112:00MEL - KMG
2 stops32h 05mChina Eastern
Mon 9/207:10KMG - MEL
1 stop27h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/12$953
Sat 17/108:00MEL - KMG
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/203:00KMG - MEL
2 stops18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$1,001
Fri 16/122:20MEL - KMG
1 stop15h 10mShenzhen Airlines
Mon 9/213:15KMG - MEL
1 stop20h 45mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 3/12$626
Sun 18/108:40MEL - KMG
1 stop15h 50mChina Southern
Wed 18/217:30KMG - MEL
2 stops25h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 3/12$916
Tue 13/122:20MEL - KMG
1 stop15h 10mShenzhen Airlines
Mon 9/211:35KMG - MEL
1 stop22h 25mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 4/12$862
Fri 16/122:20MEL - KMG
1 stop23h 40mShenzhen Airlines
Sat 7/213:15KMG - MEL
1 stop20h 45mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 3/12$912
Thu 15/108:40MEL - KMG
1 stop15h 50mChina Southern
Sat 14/222:35KMG - MEL
1 stop19h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 3/12$1,081
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Kunming
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Kunming. Data last updated 5 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Tue 13/122:20MEL - KMG
1 stop15h 10mShenzhen Airlines
Mon 9/216:45KMG - MEL
1 stop17h 15mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 3/12$853
Fri 16/122:20MEL - KMG
1 stop15h 10mShenzhen Airlines
Mon 9/213:15KMG - MEL
1 stop20h 45mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 3/12$626
Fri 16/120:15MEL - KMG
1 stop31h 45mAir China
Mon 16/219:20KMG - MEL
1 stop17h 20mAir China
Deal found 3/12$851
Fri 16/112:00MEL - KMG
1 stop15h 55mChina Eastern
Tue 17/210:50KMG - MEL
2 stops22h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/12$867
Sun 18/122:20MEL - KMG
1 stop20h 00mShenzhen Airlines
Mon 9/213:15KMG - MEL
1 stop20h 45mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 3/12$561
Sun 18/113:10MEL - KMG
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/203:00KMG - MEL
2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$746
One-way flights from Melbourne to Kunming
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Kunming. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
Mon 5/111:25MEL - KMG
1 stop34h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 3/12$443
Mon 5/120:25MEL - KMG
3 stops45h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$594
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 5 December 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 5 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Kunming that are best for you.
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Melbourne
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Kunming
Route
Depart
Return
Price
MelbourneKunming
MEL - KMG
MELKMG
Melbourne
Tue 20/1
22:20-12:10
1 stop16h 50m
Kunming Changshui
Mon 9/2
13:15-13:00
1 stop20h 45m
$626
MelbourneKunming
MEL - KMG
MELKMG
Melbourne
Fri 16/1
22:20-10:30
1 stop15h 10m
Kunming Changshui
Mon 9/2
13:15-13:00
1 stop20h 45m
$626
MelbourneKunming
MEL - KMG
MELKMG
Melbourne
Sat 14/3
23:30-11:55
1 stop15h 25m
Kunming Changshui
Wed 18/3
22:10-09:45
1 stop32h 35m
$753
MelbourneKunming
MEL - KMG
MELKMG
Melbourne
Tue 13/1
22:20-10:30
1 stop15h 10m
Kunming Changshui
Mon 9/2
11:35-13:00
1 stop22h 25m
$862
MelbourneKunming
MEL - KMG
MELKMG
Melbourne
Fri 16/1
22:20-19:00
1 stop23h 40m
Kunming Changshui
Sat 7/2
13:15-13:00
1 stop20h 45m
$912
MelbourneKunming
MEL - KMG
MELKMG
Melbourne
Sun 18/1
08:40-21:30
1 stop15h 50m
Kunming Changshui
Wed 18/2
17:30-21:30
2 stops25h 00m
$916
MelbourneKunming
MEL - KMG
MELKMG
Melbourne
Tue 13/1
12:00-17:05
2 stops32h 05m
Kunming Changshui
Mon 9/2
07:10-14:05
1 stop27h 55m
$953
MelbourneKunming
MEL - KMG
MELKMG
Melbourne
Sat 17/1
08:00-23:05
1 stop18h 05m
Kunming Changshui
Tue 10/2
03:00-00:30
2 stops18h 30m
$1,001
MelbourneKunming
MEL - KMG
MELKMG
Melbourne
Thu 15/1
08:40-21:30
1 stop15h 50m
Kunming Changshui
Sat 14/2
22:35-21:30
1 stop19h 55m
$1,081
MelbourneKunming
MEL - KMG
MELKMG
Melbourne
Mon 5/1
11:25-19:00
1 stop34h 35m
$443
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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 28 November 2025.
The best time to book flights from Melbourne to Kunming is 14 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 $517). Flying from Melbourne to Kunming in April is currently the most expensive (average of $764). 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 5 December 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne to Kunming in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 52% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Kunming?
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 5 December 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 15h 25m. 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 ($539), Hainan Airlines ($558), and Sichuan Airlines ($570) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Kunming. China Southern is currently priced 42% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
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 $517). Flying from Melbourne to Kunming in April is currently the most expensive (average of $764). 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.
Discover the top 7 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 5 December 2025.
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