Which airlines fly to Kunming?

There may be other airlines that fly to Kunming from Australia, but the most popular among our users are China Southern, China Eastern, XiamenAir and Hainan Airlines. These airlines should offer flights to Kunming on a routine basis if you’re flying from one of the more popular airports in Australia.

Hainan Airlines Flights to Kunming

The most popular airline for flights to Kunming on momondo is Hainan Airlines, which operates 13 flights in this direction every week. Most depart out of Haikou Meilan Intl, with the best deal for Hainan Airlines flights to Kunming being $477 (return, Melbourne to Kunming, momondo searches within the last 72 hours). In 52 Hainan Airlines reviews, it is rated 8.1 by momondo users.

Thai Airways Flights to Kunming

Thai Airways flights to Kunming can start from as low as $1,062 (return, from Melbourne, found in the last 72 hours). Over 7 flights that Thai Airways operates to Kunming in a normal week, prices can vary significantly. The most popular Thai Airways flight to Kunming is from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi. Thai Airways has been rated 7.8/10 by momondo users, in 362 reviews.

How long does it take to fly to Kunming?

The flight from Australia to Kunming depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith (a popular airport in Australia) to Kunming Changshui (the most popular airport in Kunming), then the flight time is 14h 55m on average. If you fly from Melbourne (another popular airport in Australia) to Kunming Changshui, then the average flight time is 18h 35m.

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13:00 - 14:05MEL-KMG

28h 05m1 stop

20:20 - 11:00KMG-MEL

35h 40m1 stop

$622China Eastern

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Mon, 16 Mar - Sat, 28 Mar

12:00 - 17:05MEL-KMG

32h 05m2 stops

20:20 - 11:00KMG-MEL

35h 40m1 stop

$672China Eastern

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Mon, 16 Mar - Sat, 28 Mar

11:35 - 14:40MEL-KMG

29h 05m1 stop

15:45 - 09:35KMG-MEL

15h 50m1 stop

$689XiamenAir

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Fri, 15 May - Fri, 22 May

13:00 - 17:10MEL-KMG

31h 10m1 stop

15:15 - 11:00KMG-MEL

16h 45m1 stop

$709China Eastern

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Sat, 14 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar

13:00 - 22:55MEL-KMG

36h 55m1 stop

18:10 - 10:00KMG-MEL

36h 50m2 stops

$715Multiple Airlines

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Mon, 16 Mar - Sat, 28 Mar

22:30 - 17:05MEL-KMG

21h 35m2 stops

18:10 - 10:00KMG-MEL

36h 50m2 stops

$768Multiple Airlines

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Mon, 16 Mar - Sat, 28 Mar

12:30 - 10:55SYD-KMG

25h 25m1 stop

20:00 - 10:20KMG-SYD

35h 20m1 stop

$861XiamenAir

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Thu, 26 Mar - Mon, 30 Mar

20:05 - 02:00SYD-KMG

32h 55m1 stop

03:00 - 12:20KMG-SYD

30h 20m1 stop

$950Scoot

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Mon, 1 Dec - Sun, 7 Dec

10:10 - 21:40BNE-KMG

13h 30m1 stop

14:40 - 08:15KMG-BNE

15h 35m1 stop

$1,326China Southern

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Wed, 1 Apr - Tue, 14 Apr

10:10 - 21:40BNE-KMG

13h 30m1 stop

11:05 - 08:15KMG-BNE

19h 10m2 stops

$1,402China Southern

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Return

Price

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

13:00-14:05

1 stop28h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 28/3

20:20-11:00

1 stop35h 40m

$622

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

12:00-17:05

2 stops32h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 28/3

20:20-11:00

1 stop35h 40m

$672

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Fri 15/5

11:35-14:40

1 stop29h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 22/5

15:45-09:35

1 stop15h 50m

$689

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

13:00-17:10

1 stop31h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 18/3

15:15-11:00

1 stop16h 45m

$709

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

13:00-22:55

1 stop36h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 28/3

18:10-10:00

2 stops36h 50m

$715

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

22:30-17:05

2 stops21h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 28/3

18:10-10:00

2 stops36h 50m

$768

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/3

12:30-10:55

1 stop25h 25m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 30/3

20:00-10:20

1 stop35h 20m

$861

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/12

20:05-02:00

1 stop32h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 7/12

03:00-12:20

1 stop30h 20m

$950

BrisbaneKunming

BNE - KMG

BNEKMG

Brisbane

Wed 1/4

10:10-21:40

1 stop13h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 14/4

14:40-08:15

1 stop15h 35m

$1,326

BrisbaneKunming

BNE - KMG

BNEKMG

Brisbane

Wed 1/4

10:10-21:40

1 stop13h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 14/4

11:05-08:15

2 stops19h 10m

$1,402

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kunming?

The cheapest month to fly to Kunming from Australia is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $625, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to Kunming from Australia during November instead. Flights to Kunming in November, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around $651.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Kunming?

The cheapest day to depart from Australia to Kunming is on a Monday. Travellers who choose to depart for Kunming on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as $693. On the other hand, Wednesday is the most expensive day to depart from Australia because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,096.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Kunming?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Australia to Kunming when you can find flight prices for as low as $785. Flying to Kunming in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Kunming is at midday when prices are around $1,282.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Kunming?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kunming from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kunming for around $837 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Kunming from Australia for as low as $726 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO KUNMING FROM SYDNEY	March	26% cheaper	Flying from Sydney to Kunming costs on average just $625 in March
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO KUNMING FROM SYDNEY	December	37% more expensive	It costs about $1,154 for flights to Kunming from Sydney in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO KUNMING FROM SYDNEY	December	700% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Kunming from Sydney in December than any other month

Cheap Kunming flight deals and tips

Summary info about Kunming flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$402
Best Round-Trip Price	$622
Fastest flight time	16h 20m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to Kunming from Australia in the last 72 hours is $402 (Melbourne to Kunming Changshui).

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The best round-trip flight price to Kunming from Australia in the last 72 hours is $622 (Melbourne to Kunming Changshui).

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The fastest flight to Kunming from Australia takes 16h 20m (Brisbane to Kunming Changshui).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Kunming, with a 13% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Kunming

How far in advance should I book a flight to Kunming?

Most flyers found that booking tickets 52 days in advance of their planned departure date is the best time to get cheap flights to Kunming. During this timeframe, flight prices are around $837. Don’t hesitate to check prices now though, because momondo users recently found tickets for as low as $476.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Kunming Changshui Airport?

Prices for flights to Kunming Changshui Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Kunming Changshui Airport?

As of November 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights to Kunming Changshui Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly to Kunming Changshui Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Kunming Changshui Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kunming Changshui Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Kunming Changshui Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Kunming Changshui Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Kunming?

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Can I find flights to Kunming with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Kunming which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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