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 Korean Air. 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 $432 (last 72 hours, from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson, to Kunming). Korean Air has a score of 8.4 from 1,195 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 8.2/10 in 1,463 reviews.

How long does it take to fly to Kunming?

On average, it takes 21h 20m 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 30h 20m.

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10:30 pm - 10:50 am

LAX

KMG

21h 20m

1 stop

11:55 am - 8:05 pm

KMG

LAX

23h 10m

1 stop

$668Sichuan Airlines

Sun, Mar 15 - Sun, Mar 22

11:45 pm - 5:50 pm

LAX

KMG

27h 05m

2 stops

12:25 pm - 8:00 pm

KMG

LAX

22h 35m

1 stop

$794XiamenAir

Sun, Mar 15 - Sun, Mar 22

12:30 pm - 12:50 am

LAX

KMG

21h 20m

1 stop

5:00 pm - 10:05 am

KMG

LAX

32h 05m

1 stop

$861China Eastern

Tue, Apr 7 - Sun, Apr 19

12:30 pm - 3:05 pm

LAX

KMG

35h 35m

2 stops

12:55 pm - 10:05 am

KMG

LAX

36h 10m

1 stop

$902China Eastern

Wed, Mar 18 - Wed, Mar 25

12:35 am - 1:35 pm

SFO

KMG

22h 00m

1 stop

9:05 pm - 8:30 pm

KMG

SFO

38h 25m

3 stops

$1,084China Southern

Sat, Apr 4 - Sun, Apr 19

12:35 am - 4:45 pm

SFO

KMG

25h 10m

2 stops

7:15 pm - 8:30 pm

KMG

SFO

40h 15m

3 stops

$1,091China Southern

Sat, May 16 - Sun, May 31

1:15 pm - 10:10 pm

IAD

KMG

20h 55m

1 stop

11:30 pm - 11:15 am

KMG

IAD

23h 45m

1 stop

$1,206Korean Air

Tue, Apr 7 - Mon, Jun 1

1:15 pm - 10:10 pm

IAD

KMG

20h 55m

1 stop

11:30 pm - 11:15 am

KMG

IAD

23h 45m

1 stop

$1,256Korean Air

Sun, Apr 5 - Mon, Jun 1

2:05 am - 3:45 pm

JFK

KMG

25h 40m

1 stop

7:00 am - 11:05 pm

KMG

JFK

28h 05m

1 stop

$1,319Air China

Sun, Apr 5 - Sat, May 2

2:05 am - 9:15 pm

JFK

KMG

31h 10m

1 stop

12:50 pm - 11:05 pm

KMG

JFK

22h 15m

1 stop

$1,329Air China

Sun, Apr 5 - Sat, May 2

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Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Sun 3/15

10:30 pm-10:50 am

1 stop21h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 3/22

11:55 am-8:05 pm

1 stop23h 10m

$668

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Sun 3/15

11:45 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops27h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 3/22

12:25 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$794

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Tue 4/7

12:30 pm-12:50 am

1 stop21h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 4/19

5:00 pm-10:05 am

1 stop32h 05m

$861

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Wed 3/18

12:30 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops35h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 3/25

12:55 pm-10:05 am

1 stop36h 10m

$902

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sat 4/4

12:35 am-1:35 pm

1 stop22h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 4/19

9:05 pm-8:30 pm

3 stops38h 25m

$1,084

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sat 5/16

12:35 am-4:45 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 5/31

7:15 pm-8:30 pm

3 stops40h 15m

$1,091

Washington, D.C.Kunming

IAD - KMG

IADKMG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/7

1:15 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop20h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 6/1

11:30 pm-11:15 am

1 stop23h 45m

$1,206

Washington, D.C.Kunming

IAD - KMG

IADKMG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/5

1:15 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop20h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 6/1

11:30 pm-11:15 am

1 stop23h 45m

$1,256

New YorkKunming

JFK - KMG

JFKKMG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 4/5

2:05 am-3:45 pm

1 stop25h 40m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 5/2

7:00 am-11:05 pm

1 stop28h 05m

$1,319

New YorkKunming

JFK - KMG

JFKKMG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 4/5

2:05 am-9:15 pm

1 stop31h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 5/2

12:50 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$1,329

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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 $1,070.

Cheapest flights to Kunming Changshui

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO KUNMING FROM LOS ANGELES	February	27% cheaper	Flying from Los Angeles to Kunming costs on average just $692 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO KUNMING FROM LOS ANGELES	May	44% more expensive	It costs about $1,357 for flights to Kunming from Los Angeles in May
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO KUNMING FROM LOS ANGELES	July	315% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Kunming from Los Angeles in July than any other month

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Summary info about Kunming flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$412
Best Round-Trip Price	$668
Fastest flight time	22h 45m
Popular in	May

The best one-way flight price to Kunming from United States in the last 72 hours is $412 (San Francisco to Kunming Changshui).

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The best round-trip flight price to Kunming from United States in the last 72 hours is $668 (Los Angeles to Kunming Changshui).

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The fastest flight to Kunming from United States takes 22h 45m (Newark 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 February 2026, 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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