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$856+ 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 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— KMG
20 Feb — 27 Feb1
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 21 January 2026.

Wed 3/610:40
AKL
-
KMG
2 stops27h 40m
China Eastern
Sun 7/616:05
KMG
-
AKL
2 stops21h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/1$856
Wed 3/621:25
AKL
-
KMG
1 stop24h 10m
China Southern
Sun 7/622:45
KMG
-
AKL
1 stop36h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 18/1$924

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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 21 January 2026.

Return from

$856

One-way from

$2,157

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$878
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 3/6-7/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 49h 05m total
  • Auckland to Kunming
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26/1
  • 26/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 20m total
  • Auckland to Kunming
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($197 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($62 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in January 2026
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Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/6

10:40-10:20

2 stops27h 40m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 7/6

07:20-17:30

1 stop30h 10m

$856

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/6

21:25-17:35

1 stop24h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 7/6

22:45-15:35

1 stop36h 50m

$924

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Mon 26/1

10:00-01:20

1 stop20h 20m

$2,157

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Wed 28/1

19:30-10:35

3 stops44h 05m

$2,183

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Thu 29/1

19:30-23:50

3 stops33h 20m

$2,183

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Wed 28/1

10:00-23:30

1 stop18h 30m

$2,200

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Fri 30/1

08:05-19:00

3 stops39h 55m

$2,255

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Thu 29/1

22:00-10:50

1 stop17h 50m

$2,269

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Tue 27/1

06:00-10:35

2 stops33h 35m

$2,305

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Tue 27/1

22:10-09:45

1 stop16h 35m

$2,380

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Deals found on 20/1

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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 16 January 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 21 January 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
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
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Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

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
62 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
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Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

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
7.3
Good
135 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

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
191 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

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
7.2
Good
138 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.3

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 $124, while return flights cost around $535.

  • How much is a return flight to Kunming?

    A return flight to Kunming will typically cost around $535, however they can be found for as little as $535.

  • 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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