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$943+ 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 25/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— KMG
20 Jul — 27 Jul1
1 adult

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 15 July 2025.

Return from

$1,751

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$876
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 20/9-28/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 00m total
  • Auckland to Kunming
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($205 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($122 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in July 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 15 July 2025.

Wed 24/1222:45AKL - KMG
1 stop22h 10mChina Eastern
Thu 1/108:20KMG - AKL
1 stop20h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/7$1,509
Sat 20/920:50AKL - KMG
1 stop16h 45mHainan Airlines
Sun 28/910:50KMG - AKL
1 stop27h 15mHainan Airlines
Deal found 14/7$1,751
Fri 19/910:40AKL - KMG
2 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/902:30KMG - AKL
3 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7$2,061
Sat 20/1220:30AKL - KMG
1 stop23h 35mAir China
Sat 31/113:05KMG - AKL
1 stop24h 30mAir China
Deal found 14/7$2,396

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Auckland

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Wed 24/12

22:45-15:55

1 stop22h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 1/1

08:20-09:40

1 stop20h 20m

$1,509

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Sat 20/9

20:50-09:35

1 stop16h 45m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 28/9

10:50-19:05

1 stop27h 15m

$1,751

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Fri 19/9

10:40-12:15

2 stops29h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 27/9

02:30-17:55

3 stops34h 25m

$2,061

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Sat 20/12

20:30-15:05

1 stop23h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 31/1

13:05-18:35

1 stop24h 30m

$2,396

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Thu 25/12

22:00-15:15

2 stops22h 15m

$943

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Tue 16/12

06:00-12:30

3 stops59h 30m

$1,182

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Sat 20/12

22:40-09:30

1 stop15h 50m

$1,680

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Tue 16/12

11:45-22:45

1 stop40h 00m

$1,715

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Deals found on 12/7

Best time to book a flight to Kunming

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Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight to Kunming

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 11 July 2025.

The best time to book flights to Kunming is 6 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.

How long is the flight to Kunming?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Kunming takes 16 hours 45 minutes. Flights to Kunming from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Kunming?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Kunming are China Eastern, Air China and China Southern.

Rainfall in Kunming by month

Plan your trip to Kunming by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kunming ranges from 10.0 - 200.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 200.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Kunming when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Kunming by month

Plan your trip to Kunming by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kunming, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

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 15 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Hainan Airlines and China Eastern to China. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.9

Food

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.6

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.

Crew

8.9

Food

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.6

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.

Crew

8.9

Food

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.6

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 Eastern 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 $121, while return flights cost around $522.

  • How much is a return flight to Kunming?

    A return flight to Kunming will typically cost around $312, however they can be found for as little as $312.

  • 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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