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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport 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 15/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — KMG
9 Jul — 16 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 (MEL) 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 4 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$587

One-way from

$428

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$809
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  • 11/8-17/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 00m 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 ($201 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($82 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 4 July 2025.

Mon 11/807:00MEL - KMG
1 stop30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 17/803:00KMG - MEL
1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$587
Mon 11/810:20MEL - KMG
1 stop25h 15mChina Southern
Mon 18/821:35KMG - MEL
1 stop19h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 3/7$692
Mon 11/811:00MEL - KMG
2 stops29h 50mChina Eastern
Mon 18/809:25KMG - MEL
2 stops25h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/7$793
Fri 10/1021:20MEL - KMG
1 stop28h 05mSichuan Airlines
Fri 24/1007:45KMG - MEL
1 stop28h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 3/7$876
Thu 9/1012:35MEL - KMG
1 stop29h 05mXiamenAir
Thu 23/1015:45KMG - MEL
1 stop15h 50mXiamenAir
Deal found 2/7$896
Thu 17/700:30MEL - KMG
1 stop27h 30mBatik Air
Fri 1/803:00KMG - MEL
1 stop17h 45mBatik Air
Deal found 2/7$1,003
Fri 10/1021:00MEL - KMG
1 stop17h 35mAir China
Thu 23/1013:50KMG - MEL
2 stops22h 45mAir China
Deal found 3/7$1,129
Thu 9/1000:30MEL - KMG
1 stop16h 30mThai Airways
Thu 23/1015:20KMG - MEL
1 stop14h 10mThai Airways
Deal found 2/7$1,252

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Kunming that are best for you.

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MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Mon 11/8

07:00-11:45

1 stop30h 45m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 17/8

03:00-20:15

1 stop15h 15m

$587

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Wed 20/8

10:20-12:10

1 stop27h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 23/8

10:45-08:40

1 stop19h 55m

$686

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Wed 20/8

11:00-14:50

2 stops29h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 23/8

21:20-10:00

2 stops34h 40m

$791

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Thu 17/7

00:30-02:00

1 stop27h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 1/8

03:00-22:45

1 stop17h 45m

$1,003

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Tue 15/7

19:45-16:00

1 stop22h 15m

$428

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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.

Booking 50 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Kunming. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Kunming (average of $362). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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 4 July 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne Airport 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 4 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines, Thai Airways, andChina Southern from Melbourne Airport 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
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.9

Food

8.6

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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Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.9

Food

8.6

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
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Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.9

Food

8.6

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

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.9

Food

8.6

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.
Air China
7.2
Good
92 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
41 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.9

Food

8.6

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

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.9

Food

8.6

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 Airport to Kunming round-trip?

    According to our current data, China Southern ($692), China Eastern ($793), and Sichuan Airlines ($876) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Kunming. Users have found that China Southern is 11% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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 Airport to Kunming?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Kunming (average of $362). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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 4 July 2025.
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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$692Average$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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