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$752+ 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 17/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— KMG
18 May — 25 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 18 April 2026.

Tue 4/819:30
AKL
-
KMG
1 stop18h 50m
Air China
Sun 16/822:20
KMG
-
AKL
1 stop38h 10m
Air China
Deal found 13/4$1,001
Thu 6/819:30
AKL
-
KMG
1 stop24h 15m
Air China
Mon 17/811:35
KMG
-
AKL
1 stop24h 55m
Air China
Deal found 13/4$1,134
Tue 3/1123:55
AKL
-
KMG
1 stop25h 20m
Air China
Mon 16/1121:20
KMG
-
AKL
1 stop28h 20m
Air China
Deal found 13/4$1,166
Mon 1/622:45
AKL
-
KMG
1 stop23h 50m
Air China
Mon 8/611:35
KMG
-
AKL
1 stop24h 55m
Air China
Deal found 16/4$1,201
Sun 1/1120:30
AKL
-
KMG
1 stop29h 35m
Air China
Sun 15/1121:20
KMG
-
AKL
1 stop28h 20m
Air China
Deal found 13/4$1,232
Thu 19/1123:55
AKL
-
KMG
1 stop25h 20m
Air China
Mon 23/1121:20
KMG
-
AKL
1 stop28h 20m
Air China
Deal found 13/4$1,234
Sun 2/819:30
AKL
-
KMG
1 stop27h 20m
Air China
Sat 15/819:40
KMG
-
AKL
1 stop30h 00m
Air China
Deal found 13/4$1,242
Sat 31/1020:30
AKL
-
KMG
1 stop26h 35m
Air China
Mon 16/1121:20
KMG
-
AKL
1 stop28h 20m
Air China
Deal found 13/4$1,341
Tue 4/806:00
AKL
-
KMG
2 stops36h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 16/820:10
KMG
-
AKL
2 stops40h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4$1,402

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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 18 April 2026.

Return from

$1,001

One-way from

$752

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,356
Air China
  • Air China
  • 4/8-16/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 00m total
  • Auckland to Kunming
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 17/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 05m total
  • Auckland to Kunming
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($121 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($56 potential savings vs. average return price).
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AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Thu 6/8

19:30-15:45

1 stop24h 15m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 17/8

11:35-16:30

1 stop24h 55m

$1,134

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Sun 2/8

19:30-11:35

1 stop20h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 19/8

11:35-16:30

1 stop24h 55m

$1,134

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Tue 4/8

06:00-14:50

2 stops36h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 16/8

20:10-16:50

2 stops40h 40m

$1,402

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Mon 1/6

22:45-20:35

2 stops25h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 8/6

17:05-16:30

1 stop19h 25m

$1,436

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Thu 6/8

19:30-10:20

1 stop18h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 15/8

17:50-05:40

2 stops31h 50m

$1,492

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Fri 7/8

19:30-10:20

1 stop18h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 16/8

22:00-16:30

2 stops38h 30m

$1,492

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Wed 1/7

06:15-00:20

2 stops22h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 4/8

03:00-05:30

2 stops22h 30m

$1,702

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Mon 3/8

21:00-14:10

1 stop21h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 14/8

22:05-15:45

1 stop37h 40m

$1,916
Fastest return journey

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Wed 1/7

09:45-00:50

1 stop19h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 5/8

17:00-17:30

1 stop20h 30m

$1,957

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Mon 1/6

06:15-00:10

2 stops21h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 8/6

09:55-13:00

3 stops23h 05m

$6,766

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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 10 April 2026.

The best time to book flights to Kunming is 40 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 18 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
8.2
Very Good
64 reviews
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Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Food

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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
64 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Food

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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
149 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Food

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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
146 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Food

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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
203 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

Food

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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 $123, while return flights cost around $527.

  • How much is a return flight to Kunming?

    A return flight to Kunming will typically cost around $529, however they can be found for as little as $527.

  • 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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