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$650+ Cheap flights to Kunming

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 6/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— KMG
1 May — 8 May1
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 1 April 2026.

Fri 15/521:20
AKL
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KMG
1 stop18h 50m
China Southern
Fri 22/522:35
KMG
-
AKL
1 stop36h 55m
China Southern
Deal found 31/3$1,322
Fri 15/521:00
AKL
-
KMG
2 stops22h 00m
China Eastern
Fri 22/522:05
KMG
-
AKL
1 stop37h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 31/3$1,354
Fri 15/506:00
AKL
-
KMG
2 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 22/520:10
KMG
-
AKL
2 stops46h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3$1,357
Wed 19/810:40
AKL
-
KMG
2 stops29h 35m
China Eastern
Sun 23/811:50
KMG
-
AKL
1 stop25h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 30/3$1,520

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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 1 April 2026.

Return from

$1,322

One-way from

$650

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,953
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 15/5-22/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 45m total
  • Auckland to Kunming
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Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 6/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 50m total
  • Auckland to Kunming
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($127 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($74 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in April 2026
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Wed 19/8

10:40-10:20

2 stops27h 40m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 23/8

16:05-17:30

2 stops21h 25m

$1,520

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Fri 15/5

21:00-15:00

2 stops22h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 21/5

03:00-00:20

3 stops41h 20m

$1,523

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Sun 5/7

06:45-00:20

2 stops21h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 27/7

09:55-15:45

2 stops25h 50m

$6,000
Fastest return journey

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Fri 3/7

06:00-00:20

2 stops22h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 27/7

16:00-15:45

1 stop19h 45m

$6,000

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Sun 5/7

06:45-00:20

2 stops21h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 23/7

21:25-08:40

1 stop31h 15m

$6,000
Cheapest one-way

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Mon 1/6

21:00-17:05

2 stops24h 05m

$800

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/6

21:00-20:45

1 stop27h 45m

$920
Fastest single journey

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/6

21:00-14:50

2 stops21h 50m

$920

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/6

12:40-01:35

3 stops40h 55m

$924

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Thu 23/4

21:45-17:10

1 stop23h 25m

$1,062

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Kunming. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The best time to book flights to Kunming is 72 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 1 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Hainan Airlines,China Southern, andAir China 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
63 reviews
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Food

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

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
63 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
63 reviews
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Food

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

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
7.4
Good
146 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
63 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

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
7.3
Good
145 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
63 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

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
7.2
Good
200 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
63 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

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, China Southern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kunming.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Kunming?

    Kunming Changshui is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kunming. One-way flights to Kunming Changshui typically cost $127, while return flights cost around $543.

  • How much is a return flight to Kunming?

    A return flight to Kunming will typically cost around $545, however they can be found for as little as $543.

  • 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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