Which airlines fly to Kunming?

When flying to Kunming from United States, momondo travelers will most often fly with one of these popular airlines: Air China, China Eastern, China Southern or Sichuan Airlines. Depending on what airport in United States you fly from, you may be able to find flights with any of these popular airlines.

Korean Air Flights to Kunming

There are 6 Korean Air flights to Kunming in a normal week. The most common departure point is Incheon Intl and the best Korean Air ticket price seen on momondo is $940 (last 72 hours, from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson, to Kunming). Korean Air has a score of 8.4 from 1,162 user reviews on momondo.

Singapore Airlines Flights to Kunming

Singapore Airlines flight deals to Kunming start from $1,720 - this is the best price found recently on momondo, and was a round-trip journey departing from New York John F Kennedy Intl. Over any normal week, Singapore Airlines flight prices are typically higher, but vary depending on where you fly from - Singapore Changi is the most popular Singapore Airlines departure point to Kunming so generally has the most availability. Singapore Airlines is scored a 8.1/10 in 1,396 reviews.

How long does it take to fly to Kunming?

On average, it takes 19h 05m to fly from United States to Kunming if you fly out of Los Angeles (the most popular airport in United States) and into Kunming Changshui (the most popular airport in Kunming). If you’re flying out of Miami and into Kunming Changshui, then the flight time is around 27h 45m.

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11:15 pm - 10:15 pmLAX-KMG

32h 00m1 stop

7:45 am - 8:45 pmKMG-LAX

28h 00m1 stop

$679Sichuan Airlines

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Tue, Apr 7 - Sun, Apr 19

1:00 pm - 9:05 pmSFO-KMG

41h 05m1 stop

3:15 pm - 10:30 amKMG-SFO

34h 15m1 stop

$694Air China

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Wed, Mar 18 - Tue, May 12

10:00 pm - 10:35 amLAX-KMG

20h 35m1 stop

4:05 pm - 6:30 pmKMG-LAX

18h 25m1 stop

$717China Southern

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Sat, Jan 24 - Sat, Jan 31

11:30 am - 11:40 pmLAX-KMG

20h 10m1 stop

4:20 pm - 9:05 amKMG-LAX

32h 45m2 stops

$742China Eastern

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Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 10

12:35 am - 11:40 amSFO-KMG

20h 05m1 stop

10:45 pm - 8:30 pmKMG-SFO

36h 45m2 stops

$742China Southern

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Mon, Mar 16 - Wed, May 13

12:30 pm - 12:35 amLAX-KMG

21h 05m1 stop

4:05 pm - 10:05 amKMG-LAX

33h 00m2 stops

$878China Eastern

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Sat, Mar 28 - Wed, Apr 15

12:00 pm - 10:45 pmSEA-KMG

19h 45m1 stop

11:30 pm - 10:40 amKMG-SEA

26h 10m1 stop

$1,005Korean Air

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Sun, Mar 15 - Wed, May 13

10:50 am - 10:45 pmLAX-KMG

19h 55m1 stop

11:55 pm - 1:40 pmKMG-LAX

29h 45m1 stop

$1,005Korean Air

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Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 2

8:15 pm - 2:00 amJFK-KMG

40h 45m2 stops

3:00 am - 11:15 amKMG-JFK

45h 15m2 stops

$1,120Singapore Airlines

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Sun, Feb 1 - Tue, Feb 10

10:05 pm - 2:00 amLAX-KMG

35h 55m1 stop

3:00 am - 7:55 pmKMG-LAX

32h 55m1 stop

$1,573Singapore Airlines

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Thu, Feb 26 - Sun, Mar 1

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Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Tue 4/7

11:15 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop32h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 4/19

7:45 am-8:45 pm

1 stop28h 00m

$679

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Wed 3/18

1:00 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop41h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 5/12

3:15 pm-10:30 am

1 stop34h 15m

$694

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Sat 1/24

10:00 pm-10:35 am

1 stop20h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 1/31

4:05 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop18h 25m

$717

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Wed 12/3

11:30 am-11:40 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 12/10

4:20 pm-9:05 am

2 stops32h 45m

$742

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Mon 3/16

12:35 am-11:40 am

1 stop20h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 5/13

10:45 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops36h 45m

$742

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Sat 3/28

12:30 pm-12:35 am

1 stop21h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 4/15

4:05 pm-10:05 am

2 stops33h 00m

$878

SeattleKunming

SEA - KMG

SEAKMG

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 3/15

12:00 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 5/13

11:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop26h 10m

$1,005

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Thu 2/26

10:50 am-10:45 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 3/2

11:55 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop29h 45m

$1,005

New YorkKunming

JFK - KMG

JFKKMG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/1

8:15 pm-2:00 am

2 stops40h 45m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 2/10

3:00 am-11:15 am

2 stops45h 15m

$1,120

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Thu 2/26

10:05 pm-2:00 am

1 stop35h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 3/1

3:00 am-7:55 pm

1 stop32h 55m

$1,573

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kunming?

If you’re not able to fly to Kunming in October, then December is your next best option. Flight prices from United States to Kunming during December average around $1,114.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Kunming?

According to our data, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly to Kunming from United States. The lowest ticket price found for a Saturday departure recently was $1,376. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Kunming on Sunday is $2,300.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Kunming?

Our data shows that the cheapest United States to Kunming flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Kunming in the morning for as low as $1,507. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $2,056.

Cheapest flights to Kunming Changshui

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO KUNMING FROM LOS ANGELES	November	31% cheaper	Flying from Los Angeles to Kunming costs on average just $698 in November
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO KUNMING FROM LOS ANGELES	May	80% more expensive	It costs about $1,812 for flights to Kunming from Los Angeles in May
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO KUNMING FROM LOS ANGELES	July	335% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Kunming from Los Angeles in July than any other month

Cheap Kunming flight deals and tips

Summary info about Kunming flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$336
Best Round-Trip Price	$679
Fastest flight time	20h 35m
Popular in	May

The best one-way flight price to Kunming from United States in the last 72 hours is $336 (Los Angeles to Kunming Changshui).

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The best round-trip flight price to Kunming from United States in the last 72 hours is $679 (Los Angeles to Kunming Changshui).

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The fastest flight to Kunming from United States takes 20h 35m (Los Angeles to Kunming Changshui).

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May has the highest demand for flights to Kunming, with a 14% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Kunming

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Kunming Changshui Airport?

Prices for flights to Kunming Changshui Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Kunming Changshui Airport?

As of November 2025, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights to Kunming Changshui Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly to Kunming Changshui Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Kunming Changshui Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kunming Changshui Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Kunming Changshui Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Kunming Changshui Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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