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$1,203+ Cheap flights to Kunming

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 28/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— KMG
10 Aug — 17 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Kunming in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Kunming
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Kunming. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 11 July 2026.

Wed 28/1023:55
AKL
-
KMG
1 stop25h 20m
Air China
Mon 23/1116:15
KMG
-
AKL
1 stop20h 10m
Air China
Deal found 9/7$1,203
Thu 29/1020:30
AKL
-
KMG
1 stop26h 35m
Air China
Mon 2/1115:45
KMG
-
AKL
1 stop20h 40m
Air China
Deal found 9/7$1,281
Fri 14/806:00
AKL
-
KMG
2 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 30/820:10
KMG
-
AKL
2 stops46h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7$1,291
Wed 28/1006:10
AKL
-
KMG
2 stops33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/1117:50
KMG
-
AKL
2 stops20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7$1,369
Mon 17/806:00
AKL
-
KMG
2 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/915:55
KMG
-
AKL
2 stops28h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$1,499
Mon 3/821:00
AKL
-
KMG
1 stop29h 45m
China Eastern
Sun 9/806:55
KMG
-
AKL
1 stop28h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/7$1,612
Thu 29/1022:00
AKL
-
KMG
1 stop25h 45m
China Eastern
Mon 2/1122:05
KMG
-
AKL
1 stop37h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/7$1,634

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Find the latest flights to Kunming in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 11 July 2026.

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Air China
  • Air China
  • 28/10-23/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 30m total
  • Auckland to Kunming
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AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Wed 28/10

06:10-10:55

2 stops33h 45m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 23/11

17:50-19:30

2 stops20h 40m

$1,369

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Mon 17/8

06:00-10:45

2 stops32h 45m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 13/9

15:55-00:30

2 stops28h 35m

$1,499

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Thu 29/10

20:30-18:05

1 stop26h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 2/11

15:45-17:25

1 stop20h 40m

$1,603

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Mon 3/8

21:00-22:45

1 stop29h 45m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 9/8

06:55-15:45

1 stop28h 50m

$1,612

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Thu 29/10

22:00-18:45

1 stop25h 45m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 2/11

22:05-16:35

1 stop37h 30m

$1,634
Fastest return journey

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Fri 14/8

21:00-14:50

1 stop21h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 30/8

17:00-15:35

1 stop18h 35m

$1,717

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When is the best time to book a flight to Kunming?

The best time to book flights to Kunming is 39 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.

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 11 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Hainan Airlines,China Southern, andChina Eastern to China. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
67 reviews
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Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

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
8.3
Very Good
67 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
67 reviews
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Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

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
7.5
Good
158 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

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
7.3
Good
228 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.5

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.

FAQs about flying to Kunming

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kunming?

    For a flight to Kunming, you will be flying into Kunming Changshui. Kunming Changshui (KMG) is just 23.8 km from the centre of the city.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Kunming if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kunming on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Kunming?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Hainan Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kunming.

  • Does Kunming Changshui have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kunming Changshui can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Kunming Changshui?

    Yes. Kunming Changshui has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Lian Du Hotel is the closest property to Kunming Changshui (0.0 km away from Kunming Changshui).

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