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Cheap flights from Sydney to Kunming from $364

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 18/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — KMG
12 Sep — 19 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Kunming
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Kunming. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 August 2026.

Sat 12/921:00 -
1 stop21h 30m
Wed 16/917:30 -
1 stop18h 55m
Deal found 11/8$701
Mon 7/911:25 -
1 stop25h 20m
Tue 15/912:10 -
1 stop19h 10m
Deal found 8/8$770
Sat 12/910:00 -
1 stop16h 20m
Wed 16/918:20 -
2 stops35h 40m
Deal found 11/8$791
Tue 8/921:00 -
1 stop15h 55m
Mon 28/917:30 -
1 stop18h 55m
Deal found 12/8$808
Fri 6/1112:30 -
1 stop25h 25m
Fri 20/1120:05 -
1 stop35h 20m
Deal found 11/8$818
Fri 6/1122:10 -
1 stop14h 35m
Sun 22/1110:55 -
1 stop17h 35m
Deal found 12/8$834
Tue 8/917:20 -
1 stop33h 25m
Sun 13/920:30 -
1 stop14h 00m
Deal found 9/8$835
Thu 5/1122:10 -
1 stop15h 25m
Fri 20/1110:55 -
1 stop17h 35m
Deal found 12/8$861
Thu 5/1111:25 -
1 stop15h 05m
Mon 23/1115:00 -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 12/8$869
Thu 10/911:25 -
1 stop33h 25m
Thu 17/912:10 -
1 stop19h 10m
Deal found 10/8$873

Find flight deals from Sydney to Kunming

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 13 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$701

One-way from

$364

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$900
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 12/9-16/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 25m total
  • Sydney to Kunming
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  • 18/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 00m total
  • Sydney to Kunming
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($251 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($34 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 13 August 2026.
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SydneyKunming

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - KMG Kunming Changshui

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 12/9

10:00-19:30

2 stops35h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 16/9

16:40-08:00

2 stops37h 20m

$848

SydneyKunming

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - KMG Kunming Changshui

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/11

11:10-15:45

2 stops31h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 20/11

14:30-09:05

2 stops39h 35m

$910

SydneyKunming

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - KMG Kunming Changshui

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 7/9

14:10-14:45

1 stop26h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 15/9

22:35-11:45

3 stops35h 10m

$936
Fastest return journey

SydneyKunming

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - KMG Kunming Changshui

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 7/9

08:15-23:45

1 stop17h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 9/9

07:10-06:15

1 stop21h 05m

$1,002

SydneyKunming

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - KMG Kunming Changshui

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 31/8

11:25-10:45

1 stop25h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 13/9

12:10-09:20

1 stop19h 10m

$1,022

SydneyKunming

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - KMG Kunming Changshui

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 8/9

08:15-11:10

1 stop28h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 26/9

18:45-06:15

1 stop33h 30m

$1,074

SydneyKunming

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - KMG Kunming Changshui

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 5/9

08:15-12:25

1 stop30h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 26/9

18:45-06:15

1 stop33h 30m

$1,149

SydneyKunming

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - KMG Kunming Changshui

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 7/9

08:15-23:45

1 stop17h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 26/9

18:45-06:15

1 stop33h 30m

$1,149

SydneyKunming

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - KMG Kunming Changshui

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 3/9

08:15-23:45

1 stop17h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 28/9

07:10-06:15

1 stop21h 05m

$1,149

SydneyKunming

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - KMG Kunming Changshui

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 8/9

10:05-10:40

1 stop26h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 10/9

14:25-13:25

2 stops21h 00m

$1,163

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

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

Booking 25 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sydney 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 Sydney to Kunming?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Kunming (average of $611). Flying from Sydney to Kunming in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,155). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Kunming?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Sydney to Kunming flights typically cost between $771 and $1,115 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $701 on Hainan Airlines (12 Sept–16 Sept).

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 13 August 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Sichuan Airlines,China Southern, andChina Eastern from Sydney to Kunming by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Sichuan Airlines
7.8
Good
35 reviews
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Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.
Sichuan Airlines
7.8
Good
35 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.8
Good
35 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.
China Southern
7.3
Good
173 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.8
Good
35 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
232 reviews
Sichuan Airlines
7.8
Good
35 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Kunming. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Kunming?

    Departing from Sydney to Kunming will take you 17h 30m. Sydney and Kunming are separated by a distance of 8303 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on Sichuan Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Kunming, with prices starting at $572. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Eastern and China Southern, with the lowest prices starting at $614 and $631, respectively. You may be able to fly from Sydney to Kunming for 36% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Kunming (average of $611). Flying from Sydney to Kunming in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,155). 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 4 airlines flying from Sydney to Kunming

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Sydney 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 13 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$572Average$912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China EasternCheapest$614Average$1,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$631Average$1,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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XiamenAirCheapest$683Average$812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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