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£277+ Cheap flights to Kunming

— KMG
18 Oct — 25 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Kunming in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Kunming

Mon 21/922:00 -
1 stop32h 00m
Tue 6/1017:35 -
1 stop32h 55m
Deal found 15/9£414
Sat 7/1120:20 -
1 stop34h 15m
Wed 18/1110:55 -
1 stop27h 35m
Deal found 15/9£432
Wed 23/922:00 -
1 stop35h 30m
Thu 8/1014:15 -
1 stop36h 15m
Deal found 15/9£436
Wed 30/922:00 -
1 stop29h 55m
Thu 29/1016:30 -
1 stop33h 15m
Deal found 14/9£437
Mon 21/921:50 -
1 stop28h 35m
Tue 6/1008:15 -
1 stop17h 15m
Deal found 13/9£447
Sun 13/922:10 -
1 stop28h 15m
Tue 13/1008:15 -
1 stop17h 15m
Deal found 13/9£450
Wed 30/922:10 -
1 stop29h 30m
Wed 14/1008:30 -
1 stop16h 35m
Deal found 15/9£456
Thu 26/1121:30 -
1 stop17h 40m
Mon 14/1206:55 -
1 stop19h 40m
Deal found 15/9£458
Wed 23/919:15 -
1 stop21h 40m
Wed 7/1022:35 -
1 stop27h 45m
Deal found 15/9£459
Wed 30/917:10 -
1 stop34h 30m
Sun 4/1010:30 -
1 stop27h 00m
Deal found 16/9£464
Sun 20/922:00 -
1 stop16h 15m
Thu 8/1022:20 -
1 stop28h 40m
Deal found 15/9£470
Thu 29/1009:50 -
1 stop18h 05m
Thu 5/1118:40 -
1 stop19h 50m
Deal found 14/9£470

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Return from

£414

One-way from

£277

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£655
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 21/9-6/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 55m total
  • London to Kunming
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 21/9-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 30m total
  • London to Kunming
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£23 potential savings vs. average return price).
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LondonKunming

LGW London Gatwick - KMG Kunming Changshui

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

Mon 21/9

21:50-00:20

1 stop19h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£277

LondonKunming

LGW London Gatwick - KMG Kunming Changshui

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

Sat 31/10

20:20-11:35

1 stop31h 15m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£277

LondonKunming

LGW London Gatwick - KMG Kunming Changshui

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

Sun 27/9

11:00-10:40

1 stop16h 40m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£277

LondonKunming

LGW London Gatwick - KMG Kunming Changshui

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

Wed 18/11

17:25-01:05

3 stops47h 40m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£278

LondonKunming

LGW London Gatwick - KMG Kunming Changshui

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

Wed 23/9

11:00-17:30

1 stop23h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£280

LondonKunming

LGW London Gatwick - KMG Kunming Changshui

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

Fri 25/9

11:00-10:40

1 stop16h 40m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£280
Fastest return journey

LondonKunming

LHR London Heathrow - KMG Kunming Changshui

LHRKMG

London Heathrow

Fri 25/9

22:00-21:15

1 stop16h 15m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£292

LondonKunming

LGW London Gatwick - KMG Kunming Changshui

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

Wed 18/11

17:00-19:20

2 stops18h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£295

LondonKunming

LGW London Gatwick - KMG Kunming Changshui

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

Thu 24/9

11:35-23:20

2 stops28h 45m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£299

LondonKunming

LGW London Gatwick - KMG Kunming Changshui

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

Fri 25/9

11:35-17:05

2 stops22h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 31/12

00:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£299

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Kunming

How long is the flight to Kunming?

On average, a flight from London to Kunming takes 18 hours 25 minutes. Flights to Kunming from other popular cities in United Kingdom 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 London to Kunming are China Southern, Air China and Hainan Airlines.

China Southern
China Southern
From £399
Air China
Air China
From £438
China Eastern
China Eastern
From £388
Hainan Airlines
Hainan Airlines
From £766

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Kunming?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Kunming are China Southern, Air China and Hainan Airlines.

Rainfall in Kunming by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kunming ranges from 10.0 - 200.0 inches 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

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

Read through reviews of airlines serving China, such as Air China,China Southern, andChina Eastern. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air China
7.5
Good
166 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

guoliang,May 2026

PEK - LAX

Kayak does not have service in china thus no reminder email or even access to the kayak account to see the itinerary.. missed the flight.. also air china app requires a local phone number to register.. yep.. they consider themself international airliner but does not allow anyone outside china to use the app.
Air China
7.5
Good
166 reviews
Air China
7.5
Good
166 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

guoliang,May 2026

PEK - LAX

Kayak does not have service in china thus no reminder email or even access to the kayak account to see the itinerary.. missed the flight.. also air china app requires a local phone number to register.. yep.. they consider themself international airliner but does not allow anyone outside china to use the app.
China Southern
7.3
Good
172 reviews
Air China
7.5
Good
166 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

guoliang,May 2026

PEK - LAX

Kayak does not have service in china thus no reminder email or even access to the kayak account to see the itinerary.. missed the flight.. also air china app requires a local phone number to register.. yep.. they consider themself international airliner but does not allow anyone outside china to use the app.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
243 reviews
Air China
7.5
Good
166 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

guoliang,May 2026

PEK - LAX

Kayak does not have service in china thus no reminder email or even access to the kayak account to see the itinerary.. missed the flight.. also air china app requires a local phone number to register.. yep.. they consider themself international airliner but does not allow anyone outside china to use the app.

FAQs about flying to Kunming

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.

  • 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 is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kunming. One-way flights to Kunming Changshui typically cost £80, while return flights cost around £142.

  • How much is a return flight to Kunming?

    A return flight to Kunming will typically cost around £142, however they can be found for as little as £142.

  • 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 (14 hours 50 minutes).

  • Does Kunming Changshui have car hire?

    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 mi away from Kunming Changshui).

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