Which airlines fly to Kunming?

When flying to Kunming from United States, momondo travelers will most often fly with one of these popular airlines: China Eastern, Air China, Korean Air or China Southern. 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 7 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 $734 (last 72 hours, from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson, to Kunming). Korean Air has a score of 8.4 from 1,221 user reviews on momondo.

Sichuan Airlines Flights to Kunming

Sichuan Airlines flight deals to Kunming start from $618 - this is the best price found recently on momondo, and was a round-trip journey departing from Los Angeles Los Angeles. Over any normal week, Sichuan Airlines flight prices are typically higher, but vary depending on where you fly from - Guangzhou Baiyun is the most popular Sichuan Airlines departure point to Kunming so generally has the most availability. Sichuan Airlines is scored a 7.8/10 in 35 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 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 San Francisco and into Kunming Changshui, then the flight time is around 20h 05m.

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9:30 pm - 10:25 pm

LAX

KMG

32h 55m

2 stops

12:00 pm - 7:30 pm

KMG

LAX

23h 30m

1 stop

$634Sichuan Airlines

Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27

9:30 pm - 10:25 pm

LAX

KMG

32h 55m

2 stops

12:00 pm - 7:30 pm

KMG

LAX

23h 30m

1 stop

$685Sichuan Airlines

Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27

12:30 pm - 12:50 am

LAX

KMG

21h 20m

1 stop

4:20 pm - 9:05 am

KMG

LAX

32h 45m

2 stops

$763China Eastern

Wed, Aug 26 - Sat, Nov 21

12:30 pm - 2:10 pm

LAX

KMG

34h 40m

1 stop

7:25 pm - 9:05 am

KMG

LAX

29h 40m

1 stop

$763China Eastern

Wed, Aug 26 - Sat, Nov 21

11:55 pm - 2:50 pm

LAX

KMG

23h 55m

1 stop

12:10 pm - 8:00 pm

KMG

LAX

22h 50m

2 stops

$779XiamenAir

Sun, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 13

11:50 pm - 12:20 am

LAX

KMG

33h 30m

1 stop

10:35 pm - 8:00 pm

KMG

LAX

36h 25m

1 stop

$782China Southern

Mon, Sep 14 - Tue, Sep 29

9:30 pm - 10:25 pm

LAX

KMG

32h 55m

2 stops

8:05 pm - 6:00 pm

KMG

LAX

37h 55m

1 stop

$801Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 30

12:35 am - 12:20 am

SFO

KMG

32h 45m

1 stop

10:35 pm - 8:40 pm

KMG

SFO

37h 05m

1 stop

$804China Southern

Tue, Sep 1 - Fri, Sep 11

10:45 pm - 6:55 pm

LAX

KMG

28h 10m

1 stop

5:50 pm - 7:00 pm

KMG

LAX

17h 10m

1 stop

$811XiamenAir

Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Dec 6

10:30 pm - 10:25 pm

LAX

KMG

32h 55m

2 stops

5:50 pm - 7:00 pm

KMG

LAX

17h 10m

1 stop

$816Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 19

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Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 11/20

9:30 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops32h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 11/27

12:00 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$634

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 11/20

9:30 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops32h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 11/27

12:00 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$685

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 8/26

12:30 pm-12:50 am

1 stop21h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 11/21

4:20 pm-9:05 am

2 stops32h 45m

$763

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 8/26

12:30 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop34h 40m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 11/21

7:25 pm-9:05 am

1 stop29h 40m

$763

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 9/6

11:55 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop23h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 9/13

12:10 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops22h 50m

$779

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 9/14

11:50 pm-12:20 am

1 stop33h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 9/29

10:35 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop36h 25m

$782

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 11/13

9:30 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops32h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 11/30

8:05 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop37h 55m

$801

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Tue 9/1

12:35 am-12:20 am

1 stop32h 45m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 9/11

10:35 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop37h 05m

$804

Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 11/19

10:45 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop28h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 12/6

5:50 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$811

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 10/30

10:30 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops32h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 11/19

5:50 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$816

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kunming?

If you’re not able to fly to Kunming in December, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from United States to Kunming during August average around $1,255.

Cheapest flights to Kunming Changshui

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO KUNMING FROM LOS ANGELES	March	38% cheaper	Flying from Los Angeles to Kunming costs on average just $618 in March
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO KUNMING FROM LOS ANGELES	October	30% more expensive	It costs about $1,296 for flights to Kunming from Los Angeles in October
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO KUNMING FROM LOS ANGELES	July	550% 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	$338
Best Round-Trip Price	$634
Fastest flight time	24h 36m
Popular in	July

The best one-way flight price to Kunming from United States in the last 5 days is $338 (Los Angeles Los Angeles to Kunming Changshui).

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The best round-trip flight price to Kunming from United States in the last 5 days is $634 (Los Angeles Los Angeles to Kunming Changshui).

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The fastest flight to Kunming from United States takes 24h 36m (Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Kunming Changshui).

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July has the highest demand for flights to Kunming, with a 13% 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 July 2026, there are 10 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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