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 Boston Logan Intl, to Kunming). Korean Air has a score of 8.4 from 1,204 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. 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 7.9/10 in 33 reviews.

How long does it take to fly to Kunming?

On average, it takes 19h 15m 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 San Francisco and into Kunming Changshui, then the flight time is around 18h.

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12:40 pm - 10:10 pm

SFO

KMG

18h 30m

1 stop

11:30 pm - 10:40 am

KMG

SFO

26h 10m

1 stop

$746Korean Air

Sun, Apr 26 - Wed, May 6

12:40 pm - 10:10 pm

SFO

KMG

18h 30m

1 stop

11:30 pm - 10:40 am

KMG

SFO

26h 10m

1 stop

$766Korean Air

Sat, Apr 25 - Wed, May 6

11:15 pm - 10:35 pm

LAX

KMG

32h 20m

1 stop

2:25 pm - 8:30 pm

KMG

LAX

21h 05m

1 stop

$805Sichuan Airlines

Sun, Apr 26 - Fri, May 15

5:55 am - 10:10 pm

SFO

KMG

25h 15m

2 stops

11:30 pm - 10:40 am

KMG

SFO

26h 10m

1 stop

$851Multiple Airlines

Sun, Apr 26 - Wed, May 6

12:30 pm - 2:50 pm

LAX

KMG

35h 20m

2 stops

6:10 pm - 10:05 am

KMG

LAX

30h 55m

2 stops

$863China Eastern

Sun, Apr 26 - Fri, May 15

12:30 pm - 2:10 pm

LAX

KMG

34h 40m

1 stop

6:55 am - 10:05 am

KMG

LAX

18h 10m

1 stop

$876China Eastern

Sun, Sep 6 - Thu, Sep 10

12:35 am - 12:10 am

SFO

KMG

32h 35m

1 stop

10:35 pm - 8:40 pm

KMG

SFO

37h 05m

1 stop

$901China Southern

Tue, Sep 1 - Fri, Sep 11

12:35 am - 5:30 pm

SFO

KMG

25h 55m

1 stop

10:35 pm - 8:40 pm

KMG

SFO

37h 05m

2 stops

$916China Southern

Sat, Apr 25 - Sun, May 10

4:00 pm - 10:20 am

EWR

KMG

30h 20m

2 stops

3:30 pm - 12:59 am

KMG

EWR

45h 29m

2 stops

$1,599Air China

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3

4:00 pm - 11:50 am

EWR

KMG

31h 50m

2 stops

3:30 pm - 5:10 am

KMG

EWR

49h 40m

2 stops

$1,779Air China

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3

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SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sun 4/26

12:40 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 5/6

11:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop26h 10m

$746

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sat 4/25

12:40 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 5/6

11:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop26h 10m

$766

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Sun 4/26

11:15 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop32h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 5/15

2:25 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$805

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sun 4/26

5:55 am-10:10 pm

2 stops25h 15m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 5/6

11:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop26h 10m

$851

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Sun 4/26

12:30 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops35h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 5/15

6:10 pm-10:05 am

2 stops30h 55m

$863

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Sun 9/6

12:30 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop34h 40m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 9/10

6:55 am-10:05 am

1 stop18h 10m

$876

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Tue 9/1

12:35 am-12:10 am

1 stop32h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 9/11

10:35 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop37h 05m

$901

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sat 4/25

12:35 am-5:30 pm

1 stop25h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 5/10

10:35 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops37h 05m

$916

NewarkKunming

EWR - KMG

EWRKMG

Newark

Tue 9/29

4:00 pm-10:20 am

2 stops30h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 10/3

3:30 pm-12:59 am

2 stops45h 29m

$1,599

NewarkKunming

EWR - KMG

EWRKMG

Newark

Tue 9/29

4:00 pm-11:50 am

2 stops31h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 10/3

3:30 pm-5:10 am

2 stops49h 40m

$1,779

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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	March	36% cheaper	Flying from Los Angeles to Kunming costs on average just $618 in March
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO KUNMING FROM LOS ANGELES	May	40% more expensive	It costs about $1,359 for flights to Kunming from Los Angeles in May
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO KUNMING FROM LOS ANGELES	June	575% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Kunming from Los Angeles in June than any other month

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Summary info about Kunming flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$420
Best Round-Trip Price	$746
Fastest flight time	24h 10m
Popular in	May

The best one-way flight price to Kunming from United States in the last 72 hours is $420 (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 $746 (San Francisco to Kunming Changshui).

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The fastest flight to Kunming from United States takes 24h 10m (Ontario to Kunming Changshui).

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May 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 April 2026, there are 14 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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