Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Los Angeles to Kunming?

Flights connecting via Guangzhou (CAN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 19h 50m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Los Angeles to Kunming?

Guangzhou (CAN) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 53m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Los Angeles to Kunming?

Flights via Chengdu (TFU) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $673.

What airlines fly to Kunming?

China Southern, China Eastern and Sichuan Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kunming from Los Angeles according to our data. China Southern is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Kunming. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Kunming on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Los Angeles and Kunming?

Shenzhen (SZX) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to Kunming Changshui?

China Eastern, Sichuan Airlines, and China Southern are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to Kunming Changshui

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Kunming Changshui Airport?

Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Kunming Changshui Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Kunming Changshui Airport?

As of September 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Kunming Changshui Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Kunming Changshui Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to Kunming Changshui Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kunming Changshui Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Kunming Changshui Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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9:30 pm - 8:55 amLAX Los Angeles-KMG Kunming Changshui

43h 25m2 stops Hangzhou Chengdu Tianfu Intl

11:25 pm - 7:00 pmKMG Kunming Changshui-LAX Los Angeles

35h 35m1 stop Chengdu

$560Sichuan Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 30

9:30 pm - 8:55 amLAX Los Angeles-KMG Kunming Changshui

43h 25m2 stops Hangzhou Chengdu Tianfu Intl

11:25 pm - 7:00 pmKMG Kunming Changshui-LAX Los Angeles

35h 35m1 stop Chengdu

$561Sichuan Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 30

11:30 am - 5:05 pmLAX Los Angeles-KMG Kunming Changshui

37h 35m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Hengyang

6:10 pm - 9:05 amKMG Kunming Changshui-LAX Los Angeles

30h 55m2 stops Hengyang Shanghai Pu Dong

$660Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 25

11:30 am - 7:20 pmLAX Los Angeles-KMG Kunming Changshui

39h 50m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Ji'an Ji An/Jing Gang Shan

6:10 pm - 9:05 amKMG Kunming Changshui-LAX Los Angeles

30h 55m2 stops Hengyang Shanghai Pu Dong

$660Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17

11:30 am - 7:20 pmLAX Los Angeles-KMG Kunming Changshui

39h 50m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Ji'an Ji An/Jing Gang Shan

4:20 pm - 9:05 amKMG Kunming Changshui-LAX Los Angeles

32h 45m2 stops Fuzhou Shanghai Pu Dong

$681China Eastern

Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 26

11:30 am - 1:05 amLAX Los Angeles-KMG Kunming Changshui

21h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

7:10 am - 9:05 amKMG Kunming Changshui-LAX Los Angeles

17h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$681China Eastern

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17

10:45 pm - 10:55 amLAX Los Angeles-KMG Kunming Changshui

20h 10m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

12:25 pm - 7:00 pmKMG Kunming Changshui-LAX Los Angeles

22h 35m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

$833XiamenAir

Sun, Jan 24 - Sun, Feb 7

10:45 pm - 6:55 pmLAX Los Angeles-KMG Kunming Changshui

28h 10m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Fuzhou

12:25 pm - 7:00 pmKMG Kunming Changshui-LAX Los Angeles

22h 35m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

$846XiamenAir

Sun, Jan 24 - Sun, Feb 7

10:00 pm - 7:00 pmLAX Los Angeles-KMG Kunming Changshui

29h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

1:05 pm - 6:30 pmKMG Kunming Changshui-LAX Los Angeles

21h 25m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$917China Southern

Sun, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 28

10:00 pm - 9:30 pmLAX Los Angeles-KMG Kunming Changshui

31h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

11:50 am - 6:30 pmKMG Kunming Changshui-LAX Los Angeles

22h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$982China Southern

Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 28

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32h 20m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

8:55 am - 8:30 pmKMG Kunming Changshui-LAX Los Angeles

26h 35m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$709Sichuan Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Tue, Sep 29

11:15 pm - 10:35 pmLAX Los Angeles-KMG Kunming Changshui

32h 20m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

7:45 am - 8:30 pmKMG Kunming Changshui-LAX Los Angeles

27h 45m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$804Sichuan Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29

12:30 pm - 2:10 pmLAX Los Angeles-KMG Kunming Changshui

34h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

11:50 am - 10:05 amKMG Kunming Changshui-LAX Los Angeles

37h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$828China Eastern

Sun, Sep 20 - Mon, Sep 28

12:30 pm - 2:10 pmLAX Los Angeles-KMG Kunming Changshui

34h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

4:05 pm - 10:05 amKMG Kunming Changshui-LAX Los Angeles

33h 00m2 stops Fuzhou Shanghai Pu Dong

$828Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Mon, Sep 28

12:30 pm - 2:10 pmLAX Los Angeles-KMG Kunming Changshui

34h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

10:05 pm - 10:05 amKMG Kunming Changshui-LAX Los Angeles

27h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$828Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Sun, Sep 27

12:30 pm - 1:15 amLAX Los Angeles-KMG Kunming Changshui

21h 45m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

6:10 pm - 10:05 amKMG Kunming Changshui-LAX Los Angeles

30h 55m2 stops Hengyang Shanghai Pu Dong

$943China Eastern

Mon, Sep 21 - Thu, Oct 1

11:55 pm - 10:45 amLAX Los Angeles-KMG Kunming Changshui

19h 50m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

12:10 pm - 8:00 pmKMG Kunming Changshui-LAX Los Angeles

22h 50m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

$1,143XiamenAir

Tue, Sep 22 - Thu, Oct 1

11:55 pm - 10:45 amLAX Los Angeles-KMG Kunming Changshui

19h 50m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

8:10 pm - 8:00 pmKMG Kunming Changshui-LAX Los Angeles

38h 50m2 stops Fuzhou Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

$1,160XiamenAir

Tue, Sep 22 - Wed, Sep 30

11:50 pm - 9:40 amLAX Los Angeles-KMG Kunming Changshui

42h 50m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Haikou Meilan Intl

8:15 pm - 8:00 pmKMG Kunming Changshui-LAX Los Angeles

38h 45m2 stops Haikou Meilan Intl Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,192China Southern

Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Sep 25

11:50 pm - 10:40 amLAX Los Angeles-KMG Kunming Changshui

19h 50m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

7:55 pm - 8:00 pmKMG Kunming Changshui-LAX Los Angeles

39h 05m2 stops Haikou Meilan Intl Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,237China Southern

Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Sep 26

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XiamenAir

Jan 24

LAX10:45 pmLos Angeles

20h 10m

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KMG10:55 amKunming Changshui

Feb 7

KMG12:25 pmKunming Changshui

22h 35m

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Jan 24

LAX10:45 pmLos Angeles

28h 10m

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KMG6:55 pmKunming Changshui

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Jan 24

LAX10:45 pmLos Angeles

28h 10m

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KMG6:55 pmKunming Changshui

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22h 40m

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Nov 2

LAX11:30 amLos Angeles

39h 05m

1 stop

KMG6:35 pmKunming Changshui

Nov 26

KMG5:00 pmKunming Changshui

32h 05m

1 stop

LAX9:05 amLos Angeles

$681

China Eastern

Nov 3

LAX11:30 amLos Angeles

32h 25m

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KMG11:55 amKunming Changshui

Nov 17

KMG7:45 pmKunming Changshui

29h 20m

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LAX9:05 amLos Angeles

$700

China Eastern

Oct 22

LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles

21h 45m

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KMG1:15 amKunming Changshui

Nov 3

KMG8:00 pmKunming Changshui

29h 05m

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Tue 11/3

9:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops43h 25m

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Mon 11/30

11:25 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop35h 35m

$560

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9:30 pm-8:55 am

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11:25 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop35h 35m

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LAX Los Angeles - KMG Kunming Changshui

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11:30 am-5:05 pm

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2 stops30h 55m

$660

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LAX Los Angeles - KMG Kunming Changshui

LAXKMG

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11:30 am-7:20 pm

2 stops39h 50m

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6:10 pm-9:05 am

2 stops30h 55m

$660

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LAX Los Angeles - KMG Kunming Changshui

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Mon 11/2

11:30 am-7:20 pm

2 stops39h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 11/26

4:20 pm-9:05 am

2 stops32h 45m

$681

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LAX Los Angeles - KMG Kunming Changshui

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Tue 11/3

11:30 am-1:05 am

1 stop21h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 11/17

7:10 am-9:05 am

1 stop17h 55m

$681

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LAX Los Angeles - KMG Kunming Changshui

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Sun 1/24

10:45 pm-10:55 am

1 stop20h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 2/7

12:25 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$833

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LAX Los Angeles - KMG Kunming Changshui

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Sun 1/24

10:45 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops28h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 2/7

12:25 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$846

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LAX Los Angeles - KMG Kunming Changshui

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Sun 12/6

10:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop29h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 12/28

1:05 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$917

Los AngelesKunming

LAX Los Angeles - KMG Kunming Changshui

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Sat 12/5

10:00 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop31h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 12/28

11:50 am-6:30 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$982

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $859 to $897.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $560.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Kunming?

If you’re not able to fly to Kunming in March, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from Los Angeles to Kunming during November average around $687.

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As of September 2026, prices for Los Angeles to Kunming flights are approximately 8% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	21h 25m
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The best one-way flight to Kunming from Los Angeles in the past 72 hours is $371. The best round-trip flight deal from Los Angeles to Kunming found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $560.

The fastest flight from Los Angeles to Kunming takes 21h 25m

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How far is Los Angeles to Kunming Changshui by plane?
The distance between Los Angeles and Kunming Changshui is about 7541.3 mi. Typically, this will take 21h 25m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Kunming Changshui Airport?
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As of September 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Kunming Changshui Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Kunming Changshui Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to Kunming Changshui Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kunming Changshui Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Kunming Changshui Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Los Angeles to Kunming?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Los Angeles to Kunming is China Southern, representing 36% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are China Eastern at 30%, Sichuan Airlines at 23%, and XiamenAir at 12%.

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Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $618	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 35 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
XiamenAir	PriceFrom $644	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 48 reviews	Search XiamenAir flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $657	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 243 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $808	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 172 reviews	Search China Southern flights

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