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 $754 (last 72 hours, from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson, to Kunming). Korean Air has a score of 8.4 from 1,188 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 1,429 reviews.

How long does it take to fly to Kunming?

On average, it takes 19h 55m 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 26h 15m.

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11:30 am - 3:05 pm

LAX

KMG

35h 35m2 stops

8:30 pm - 9:05 am

KMG

LAX

28h 35m1 stop

$589China Eastern

Sat, Jan 24 - Sat, Jan 31

11:30 am - 3:05 pm

LAX

KMG

35h 35m2 stops

8:30 pm - 9:05 am

KMG

LAX

28h 35m1 stop

$617China Eastern

Sat, Jan 24 - Sat, Jan 31

10:30 pm - 10:55 am

LAX

KMG

21h 25m1 stop

11:40 pm - 8:05 pm

KMG

LAX

35h 25m1 stop

$656Sichuan Airlines

Tue, Mar 24 - Thu, Mar 26

10:30 pm - 10:55 am

LAX

KMG

21h 25m1 stop

3:10 pm - 8:05 pm

KMG

LAX

19h 55m1 stop

$674Sichuan Airlines

Sun, Mar 22 - Tue, Mar 24

11:40 am - 10:45 pm

SFO

KMG

19h 05m1 stop

11:55 pm - 9:30 am

KMG

SFO

25h 35m1 stop

$806Korean Air

Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26

12:40 pm - 10:10 pm

SFO

KMG

18h 30m1 stop

11:30 pm - 10:40 am

KMG

SFO

26h 10m1 stop

$856Korean Air

Sat, May 2 - Fri, May 15

11:35 pm - 9:30 pm

SFO

KMG

29h 55m2 stops

1:00 pm - 7:40 pm

KMG

SFO

22h 40m1 stop

$870China Southern

Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26

11:35 pm - 5:35 pm

SFO

KMG

26h 00m2 stops

5:30 pm - 7:40 pm

KMG

SFO

18h 10m1 stop

$871China Southern

Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26

2:45 pm - 3:20 pm

EWR

KMG

35h 35m2 stops

11:35 am - 5:30 am

KMG

EWR

30h 55m2 stops

$919Air China

Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 17

2:45 pm - 11:40 am

EWR

KMG

31h 55m2 stops

1:15 pm - 5:30 am

KMG

EWR

29h 15m2 stops

$1,020Air China

Mon, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 17

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Sat 1/24

11:30 am-3:05 pm

2 stops35h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 1/31

8:30 pm-9:05 am

1 stop28h 35m

$589

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Sat 1/24

11:30 am-3:05 pm

2 stops35h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 1/31

8:30 pm-9:05 am

1 stop28h 35m

$617

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Tue 3/24

10:30 pm-10:55 am

1 stop21h 25m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 3/26

11:40 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop35h 25m

$656

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Sun 3/22

10:30 pm-10:55 am

1 stop21h 25m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 3/24

3:10 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$674

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

11:40 am-10:45 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 1/26

11:55 pm-9:30 am

1 stop25h 35m

$806

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sat 5/2

12:40 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 5/15

11:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop26h 10m

$856

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

11:35 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops29h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 1/26

1:00 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$870

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

11:35 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops26h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 1/26

5:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$871

NewarkKunming

EWR - KMG

EWRKMG

Newark

Tue 2/3

2:45 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops35h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 2/17

11:35 am-5:30 am

2 stops30h 55m

$919

NewarkKunming

EWR - KMG

EWRKMG

Newark

Mon 2/2

2:45 pm-11:40 am

2 stops31h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 2/17

1:15 pm-5:30 am

2 stops29h 15m

$1,020

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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	32% cheaper	Flying from Los Angeles to Kunming costs on average just $677 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO KUNMING FROM LOS ANGELES	May	84% 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	375% 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	$385
Best Round-Trip Price	$589
Fastest flight time	19h 05m
Popular in	May

The best one-way flight price to Kunming from United States in the last 72 hours is $385 (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 $589 (Los Angeles to Kunming Changshui).

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The fastest flight to Kunming from United States takes 19h 05m (San Francisco to Kunming Changshui).

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May has the highest demand for flights to Kunming, with a 16% 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 January 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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