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$565+ 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 30/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— KMG
28 Dec — 4 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Kunming in 2025

Find the latest flights to Kunming in 2025, 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 28 November 2025.

Return from

$1,150

One-way from

$565

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,244
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 12/3-14/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 10m total
  • Auckland to Kunming
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Air China
  • Air China
  • 30/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 40m total
  • Auckland to Kunming
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($306 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($69 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in November 2025
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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 28 November 2025.

Fri 19/1211:40AKL - KMG
2 stops29h 40mChina Eastern
Sat 31/118:35KMG - AKL
1 stop34h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 26/11$1,970
Fri 19/1222:20AKL - KMG
1 stop23h 30mHainan Airlines
Sat 31/112:05KMG - AKL
1 stop25h 35mHainan Airlines
Deal found 27/11$2,342
Fri 19/1220:30AKL - KMG
1 stop23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/122:10KMG - AKL
1 stop38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$2,608

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Auckland

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/3

22:00-15:05

2 stops22h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 14/3

18:35-09:40

1 stop34h 05m

$1,150

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/3

22:35-09:30

1 stop15h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 14/3

16:30-18:40

2 stops21h 10m

$1,278

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Fri 19/12

11:40-10:35

2 stops27h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 31/1

13:25-19:30

2 stops25h 05m

$1,970

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Fri 19/12

22:20-16:50

1 stop23h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 31/1

12:05-18:40

1 stop25h 35m

$2,342

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Fri 19/12

20:30-15:10

1 stop23h 40m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 31/1

22:10-17:35

1 stop38h 25m

$2,608

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Tue 30/12

20:30-15:10

1 stop23h 40m

$565

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Tue 30/12

10:00-15:05

2 stops34h 05m

$851

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Sat 20/12

22:00-17:05

2 stops24h 05m

$1,585

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Tue 30/12

06:00-09:10

3 stops32h 10m

$1,889

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Mon 29/12

01:15-02:00

1 stop29h 45m

$2,559

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 26/11

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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 21 November 2025.

The best time to book flights to Kunming is 73 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 28 November 2025.
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
8.2
Very Good
55 reviews
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Food

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

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
55 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
55 reviews
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Food

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

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
119 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
55 reviews
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Food

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

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
178 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
55 reviews
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Food

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

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
7.2
Good
126 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
55 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.8

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, Air China 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 $546.

  • How much is a return flight to Kunming?

    A return flight to Kunming will typically cost around $546, however they can be found for as little as $546.

  • 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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