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Cheap flights to Kunming from £427

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — KMG
26 May — 2 Jun1
1 adult
Sun 26/5
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Flights to Kunming in 2024

Find the latest flights to Kunming in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 853,037 searches and data was last updated on 21 May 2024.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£469

Return from

£427
High demand for flights, 18% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
Average for return flights in May 2024
From London to Kunming Changshui

Cheap flights to Kunming in May & June 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Kunming in May and June 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 853,037 searches and data was last updated on 21 May 2024.
Check out some of the flights available from low prices to Kunming in May and June 2024. If these deals fall outside of your budget, be sure to come back soon as prices update often.
Tue 21/522:10LHR - KMG
1 stop28h 25mChina Southern
Tue 28/517:50KMG - LHR
1 stop29h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 20/5£434
Tue 21/521:20LGW - KMG
1 stop18h 55mChina Southern
Tue 28/508:20KMG - LGW
1 stop17h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 20/5£573
Tue 21/511:35LGW - KMG
2 stops22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/519:40KMG - LGW
1 stop18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5£645
Wed 22/520:10LCY - KMG
2 stops38h 05mKLM
Sun 26/517:00KMG - LCY
2 stops34h 15mKLM
Deal found 19/5£682
Tue 21/517:35LHR - KMG
2 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/507:35KMG - LHR
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5£684
Wed 22/520:50LHR - KMG
1 stop37h 15mChina Southern
Sun 26/507:35KMG - LHR
1 stop15h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5£693
Tue 21/507:45LHR - KMG
2 stops29h 15mHainan Airlines
Tue 28/517:20KMG - LHR
2 stops33h 10mHainan Airlines
Deal found 20/5£731
Wed 22/511:45LGW - KMG
1 stop23h 50mAir China
Sun 26/519:40KMG - LGW
1 stop18h 15mAir China
Deal found 19/5£853
Wed 22/520:50LHR - KMG
1 stop37h 15mChina Southern
Sun 26/507:55KMG - LHR
2 stops32h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 19/5£944

Kunming 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Kunming in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 853,037 searches and data were last updated on 21 May 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing to Kunming in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Mon 30/922:00LHR - KMG
1 stop32h 40mShenzhen Airlines
Thu 5/1219:45KMG - LHR
1 stop31h 45mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 20/5£427
Tue 21/522:10LHR - KMG
1 stop28h 25mChina Southern
Tue 28/517:50KMG - LHR
1 stop29h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 20/5£434
Mon 30/912:35LGW - KMG
1 stop18h 30mAir China
Thu 5/1219:50KMG - LGW
1 stop19h 05mAir China
Deal found 20/5£532
Fri 1/1121:30LHR - KMG
1 stop17h 30mChina Southern
Sun 17/1122:20KMG - LHR
1 stop26h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 21/5£535
Mon 30/911:35LGW - KMG
2 stops19h 55mChina Eastern
Thu 5/1213:00KMG - LGW
1 stop25h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 20/5£551
Tue 21/521:20LGW - KMG
1 stop18h 55mChina Southern
Tue 28/508:20KMG - LGW
1 stop17h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 20/5£573
Fri 1/1114:50LHR - KMG
2 stops23h 00mChina Eastern
Sun 17/1107:30KMG - LHR
1 stop18h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 21/5£575
Mon 30/921:20LHR - KMG
2 stops18h 35mChina Eastern
Thu 5/1207:30KMG - LHR
1 stop18h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 20/5£582
Mon 30/907:30LHR - KMG
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/1222:10KMG - LHR
2 stops17h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5£624

Find flights to Kunming within your budget

Locate flights to Kunming that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 853,037 searches and data was last updated on 21 May 2024.

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Budget

£427 - £1,159

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Depart

Return

Price

London HeathrowKunming Changshui

LHR - KMG

LHRKMG

London Heathrow

Mon 30/9

1 stop32h 40m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 5/12

1 stop31h 45m

£427

London GatwickKunming Changshui

LGW - KMG

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

Mon 30/9

1 stop18h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 5/12

1 stop19h 05m

£532

London GatwickKunming Changshui

LGW - KMG

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

Mon 30/9

2 stops19h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 5/12

1 stop25h 30m

£551

London HeathrowKunming Changshui

LHR - KMG

LHRKMG

London Heathrow

Mon 30/9

2 stops19h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 5/12

2 stops17h 35m

£624

London HeathrowKunming Changshui

LHR - KMG

LHRKMG

London Heathrow

Mon 8/7

1 stop15h 15m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 27/8

2 stops18h 05m

£881

London HeathrowKunming Changshui

LHR - KMG

LHRKMG

London Heathrow

Mon 8/7

2 stops29h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 27/8

2 stops33h 10m

£925

London HeathrowKunming Changshui

LHR - KMG

LHRKMG

London Heathrow

Fri 26/7

1 stop16h 15m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 17/8

1 stop28h 40m

£1,051

London HeathrowKunming Changshui

LHR - KMG

LHRKMG

London Heathrow

Wed 7/8

2 stops23h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 28/8

2 stops38h 25m

£1,136

London HeathrowKunming Changshui

LHR - KMG

LHRKMG

London Heathrow

Mon 5/8

1 stop18h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 26/8

1 stop22h 55m

£1,159

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 20/5

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Temperature and rainfall in Kunming by month

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KMG

Temperature

8 - 20 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kunming, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Kunming?

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Booking 30 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Kunming. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Kunming?

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Users looking for the lowest fares to Kunming should consider flying on Wednesday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Kunming

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kunming. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kunming. Reviews last updated 21 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly to Kunming, see what other customers have to say about China Southern, Hainan Airlines and Tianjin Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very Good
502 reviews

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

staff were helpful and friendly as always. Plane was an older model which was not as good,as an xperience on out out going flight for comfort.

8.0
Very Good
502 reviews
8.0
Very Good
502 reviews

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

staff were helpful and friendly as always. Plane was an older model which was not as good,as an xperience on out out going flight for comfort.

7.8
Good
1,370 reviews
8.0
Very Good
502 reviews

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

staff were helpful and friendly as always. Plane was an older model which was not as good,as an xperience on out out going flight for comfort.

7.6
Good
1,757 reviews
8.0
Very Good
502 reviews

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

staff were helpful and friendly as always. Plane was an older model which was not as good,as an xperience on out out going flight for comfort.

7.2
Good
491 reviews
8.0
Very Good
502 reviews

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

staff were helpful and friendly as always. Plane was an older model which was not as good,as an xperience on out out going flight for comfort.

6.9
Okay
418 reviews
8.0
Very Good
502 reviews

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

staff were helpful and friendly as always. Plane was an older model which was not as good,as an xperience on out out going flight for comfort.

Kunming overview

Known worldwide as ‘the city of eternal spring’, Kunming is famous for its gentle climate and tranquil atmosphere. In fact, many flock here to enjoy the idyllic highland landscape that surrounds the region, as well as the laid-back nature of the locals. 

Kunming has a beautiful selection of temples for you to explore. Not only are they fine examples of classic Buddhist architecture, but they also add to the overall peacefulness of this destination. The ancient Yuantong Temple is a truly spectacular sight, and is an especially popular retreat when the delicate cherry blossoms begin to fall, creating an almost dream-like view. Also, if you walk a little further into the mountain, you’ll come across a fantastic zoo with a great selection of local and international wildlife.

For an outstanding view of the local area, spend the day at Xishan Forest Park where you can hike to a lookout point over the vast Dianchi Lake. The unforgettable Dragon Gate can also be found here, clinging to the mountain edge. The impressive sites don’t end here either, as the unique and incredibly rare Stone Forest is nearby.

Once you’ve had your fill of Kunming’s natural delights, head into the city to the Guandu Old Town. This is a perfect place to relax and people watch, as well as sample some of the local delicacies like over-the-bridge rice noodles and Yiliang roasted duck. We recommend finishing your trip at the Kunming flower and bird market. The colours, smells and sounds are sure to leave a lasting memory of this beautiful city.

Getting around Kunming

Getting around Kunming is fairly easy and quite enjoyable on foot, but if you really want to experience everything the region has to offer, a car rental would be an ideal option. If you prefer public transport, the city is well connected to the surrounding region via buses and railways, as well as plenty of taxis.

Getting from the Airport to the City

The nearest airport to the city is Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) and once here you can take advantage of transportation facilities such as the quick and efficient subway line. Or if you prefer, there is a shuttle bus service that has regular routes into the city. There is also a designated taxi rank, but remember to pre-agree the fee with your driver before departing.

  • When is the best time to fly to Kunming?

    Kunming has pleasant spring-like temperatures throughout the year. The best period to go is usually from March to October as this is the perfect time to enjoy the gorgeous weather, the flowers in full bloom and many local festivals. This is also when cheaper flights can be found. Whilst a few of these months aren’t necessarily off-peak due to both national and school summer holidays, namely in July and August, this is still a great time to enjoy the regions natural splendour. 

  • What does KMG mean?

    This is defined as Kunming Changshui Airport (KMG). Codes like KMG are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kunming?

    For a flight to Kunming, you will be flying into Kunming Changshui. Kunming Changshui (KMG) is just 14.8 mi from the center of the city.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Kunming if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kunming on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Kunming?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, China Southern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kunming.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Kunming?

    Kunming Changshui Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kunming. One-way flights to Kunming Changshui Airport typically cost £69, while return flights cost around £115.

  • How much is a return flight to Kunming?

    A return flight to Kunming will typically cost around £299, however they can be found for as little as £146.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Kunming depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Kunming, London offers the quickest one-way flight (17 hours 30 minutes).

  • Does Kunming Changshui Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kunming Changshui Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Kunming Changshui Airport?

    Yes. Kunming Changshui Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Lian Du Hotel is the closest property to Kunming Changshui Airport (0.0 mi away from Kunming Changshui Airport).

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