Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from New York to Kunming?

Incheon (ICN) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 58m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from New York to Kunming?

Flights via Incheon (ICN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,406.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from New York to Kunming?

Flights connecting via Incheon (ICN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 21h 45m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between New York and Kunming?

Beijing (PEK) was the most common stop: 75% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Kunming Changshui?

Air China, China Eastern, and Singapore Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Kunming Changshui

How long does it take to fly to Kunming?

On average, it takes 29h 45m to fly from New York to Kunming if you fly out of New York (the most popular airport in New York) and into Kunming (the most popular airport in Kunming). If you’re flying out of Newark and into Kunming, then the flight time is around 31h 50m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Kunming Changshui Airport?

Prices for flights from New York to Kunming Changshui Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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As of October 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from New York to Kunming Changshui Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Kunming Changshui Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York 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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27h 45m1 stop Fuzhou

$1,004XiamenAir

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30h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

5:00 pm - 1:25 pmKMG Kunming Changshui-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 25m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,111China Eastern

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$1,120China Eastern

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22h 10m1 stop Beijing Capital

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39h 00m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong

7:10 am - 1:25 pmKMG Kunming Changshui-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

19h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,169China Eastern

Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22

8:55 pm - 5:05 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-KMG Kunming Changshui

55h 10m3 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong Hengyang

7:10 am - 1:25 pmKMG Kunming Changshui-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

19h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,183China Eastern

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38h 20m2 stops Beijing Capital Los Angeles

$1,210Air China

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Nov 7

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Nov 7

EWR9:35 amNewark

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KMG3:00 amKunming Changshui

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EWR5:30 amNewark

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Dec 9

EWR9:35 amNewark

27h 25m

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EWR5:30 amNewark

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Nov 9

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27h 45m

1 stop

JFK10:55 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$896

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Nov 9

JFK12:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

57h 00m

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Sun 2/7

8:10 pm-10:55 am

1 stop27h 45m

$1,004

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Kunming Changshui

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6:10 pm-1:25 pm

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$1,111

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/9

3:25 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops36h 40m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 11/23

6:10 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops32h 15m

$1,120

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

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12:55 pm-6:55 pm

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Mon 11/23

1:00 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$1,123

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Sun 11/15

8:55 pm-12:55 am

2 stops39h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 11/22

7:10 am-1:25 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$1,169

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/15

8:55 pm-5:05 pm

3 stops55h 10m

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7:10 am-1:25 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$1,183

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Mon 11/9

2:00 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops35h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 11/23

1:00 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops38h 20m

$1,210

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EWR Newark - KMG Kunming Changshui

EWRKMG

Newark

Sun 11/8

7:15 am-11:40 am

2 stops39h 25m

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6:30 am-2:20 pm

2 stops44h 50m

$1,260

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The best one-way flight to Kunming from New York in the past 72 hours is $520. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Kunming found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $896.

The fastest flight from New York to Kunming takes 29h 20m

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How far is New York to Kunming Changshui by plane?
There are 7880.3 mi between New York and Kunming Changshui. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 29h 20m.
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As of October 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from New York to Kunming Changshui Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Kunming Changshui Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York 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 New York to Kunming?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from New York to Kunming is Air China (56% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are China Eastern (25%) and Korean Air (19%).

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