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 5 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 1,218 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 50m 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 20m.

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12:50 pm - 10:10 pm

SFO

KMG

18h 20m

1 stop

11:30 pm - 10:40 am

KMG

SFO

26h 10m

1 stop

$746Korean Air

Thu, Sep 3 - Mon, Oct 19

11:55 pm - 6:50 pm

LAX

KMG

27h 55m

1 stop

5:50 pm - 7:00 pm

KMG

LAX

17h 10m

1 stop

$826XiamenAir

Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Nov 3

11:55 pm - 11:15 am

LAX

KMG

44h 20m

2 stops

5:50 pm - 7:00 pm

KMG

LAX

17h 10m

1 stop

$850XiamenAir

Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Nov 3

9:30 pm - 10:25 pm

LAX

KMG

32h 55m

2 stops

12:00 pm - 7:30 pm

KMG

LAX

23h 30m

1 stop

$866Sichuan Airlines

Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27

12:35 am - 2:00 pm

SFO

KMG

22h 25m

1 stop

10:45 am - 8:40 pm

KMG

SFO

24h 55m

1 stop

$882China Southern

Mon, Aug 24 - Thu, Sep 10

11:30 am - 3:15 pm

LAX

KMG

35h 45m

2 stops

10:05 pm - 9:05 am

KMG

LAX

27h 00m

1 stop

$886China Eastern

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16

12:35 am - 4:35 pm

SFO

KMG

25h 00m

1 stop

5:40 pm - 8:40 pm

KMG

SFO

18h 00m

1 stop

$888China Southern

Thu, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 10

12:30 pm - 11:00 pm

LAX

KMG

19h 30m

1 stop

11:50 am - 10:05 am

KMG

LAX

37h 15m

2 stops

$969China Eastern

Tue, Sep 1 - Sun, Sep 13

2:20 pm - 6:40 pm

EWR

KMG

40h 20m

2 stops

12:55 pm - 7:23 am

KMG

EWR

30h 28m

2 stops

$1,166Air China

Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 15

2:20 pm - 1:40 pm

EWR

KMG

35h 20m

2 stops

12:55 pm - 7:23 am

KMG

EWR

30h 28m

2 stops

$1,231Air China

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 22

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San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Thu 9/3

12:50 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 10/19

11:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop26h 10m

$746

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Thu 10/22

11:55 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop27h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 11/3

5:50 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$826

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Thu 10/22

11:55 pm-11:15 am

2 stops44h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 11/3

5:50 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$850

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

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

$866

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Mon 8/24

12:35 am-2:00 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 9/10

10:45 am-8:40 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$882

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Thu 11/12

11:30 am-3:15 pm

2 stops35h 45m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 11/16

10:05 pm-9:05 am

1 stop27h 00m

$886

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San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Thu 8/27

12:35 am-4:35 pm

1 stop25h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 9/10

5:40 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$888

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Tue 9/1

12:30 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 9/13

11:50 am-10:05 am

2 stops37h 15m

$969

NewarkKunming

EWR - KMG

EWRKMG

Newark

Tue 8/25

2:20 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops40h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 9/15

12:55 pm-7:23 am

2 stops30h 28m

$1,166

NewarkKunming

EWR - KMG

EWRKMG

Newark

Tue 9/1

2:20 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops35h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 9/22

12:55 pm-7:23 am

2 stops30h 28m

$1,231

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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 January is your next best option. Flight prices from United States to Kunming during January average around $1,266.

Cheapest flights to Kunming Changshui

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO KUNMING FROM LOS ANGELES	March	35% 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	35% more expensive	It costs about $1,271 for flights to Kunming from Los Angeles in May
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO KUNMING FROM LOS ANGELES	July	509% 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	$455
Best Round-Trip Price	$746
Fastest flight time	27h 50m
Popular in	August

The best one-way flight price to Kunming from United States in the last 5 days is $455 (San Francisco to Kunming Changshui).

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The best round-trip flight price to Kunming from United States in the last 5 days is $746 (San Francisco to Kunming Changshui).

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The fastest flight to Kunming from United States takes 27h 50m (Newark to Kunming Changshui).

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August has the highest demand for flights to Kunming, with a 9% 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 June 2026, there are 11 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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