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$2,068+ Cheap flights to Kunming

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— KMG
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Flights to Kunming in 2025

Find the latest flights to Kunming in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 25 March 2025.

Return from

$2,126

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$682
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 13/4-26/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 10m total
  • Auckland to Kunming
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($126 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($111 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights to Kunming
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Kunming. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Sun 13/420:45AKL - KMG
1 stop18h 10mHainan Airlines
Sat 26/417:10KMG - AKL
1 stop21h 00mHainan Airlines
Deal found 23/3$2,068
Sun 13/417:05AKL - KMG
2 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 26/421:15KMG - AKL
3 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$2,613

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Sun 13/4

20:45-10:55

1 stop18h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 26/4

17:10-18:10

1 stop21h 00m

$2,068

AucklandKunming

AKL - KMG

AKLKMG

Auckland Intl

Sun 13/4

17:05-00:10

2 stops35h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 26/4

21:15-11:40

3 stops34h 25m

$2,613

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Kunming

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Kunming. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The best time to book flights to Kunming is 18 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

How long is the flight to Kunming?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Kunming takes 23 hours 15 minutes. Flights to Kunming from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Kunming?

The most popular airlines flying from Auckland to Kunming are China Eastern, Hainan Airlines and China Southern.

China Eastern

China Eastern

From $295

Hainan Airlines

Hainan Airlines

From $324

China Southern

China Southern

From $316

Air China

Air China

From $298

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Kunming?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Kunming are China Eastern, Air China and China Southern.

Rainfall in Kunming by month

Plan your trip to Kunming by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kunming ranges from 10.0 - 200.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 200.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Kunming when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Kunming by month

Plan your trip to Kunming by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 25 March 2025.
Hainan Airlines
7.8
Good
32 reviews
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Food

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Wei,Sept 2024

PEK - SEA

Wi Fi on board is good, but do not know how to use it even not tried due to fee.
Hainan Airlines
7.8
Good
32 reviews
Hainan Airlines
7.8
Good
32 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Wei,Sept 2024

PEK - SEA

Wi Fi on board is good, but do not know how to use it even not tried due to fee.

FAQs about flying to Kunming

  • 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 23.8 km from the centre 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 Eastern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kunming.

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

    Kunming Changshui is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kunming. One-way flights to Kunming Changshui typically cost $127, while return flights cost around $545.

  • How much is a return flight to Kunming?

    A return flight to Kunming will typically cost around $312, however they can be found for as little as $312.

  • Does Kunming Changshui have rental cars?

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

  • Are there hotels close to Kunming Changshui?

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

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