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£249+ Cheap flights to Kunming

— KMG
22 Sep — 29 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Kunming in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Kunming

Sun 13/912:35 -
1 stop19h 15m
Tue 13/1020:10 -
1 stop17h 25m
Deal found 19/8£443
Sun 13/911:00 -
1 stop16h 40m
Tue 13/1008:15 -
1 stop17h 15m
Deal found 18/8£447
Sat 7/1120:20 -
1 stop34h 15m
Wed 18/1110:55 -
1 stop27h 35m
Deal found 21/8£458
Sat 3/1021:30 -
1 stop16h 30m
Sat 10/1013:15 -
1 stop24h 15m
Deal found 19/8£467
Wed 26/817:10 -
1 stop16h 00m
Mon 31/816:15 -
1 stop33h 15m
Deal found 18/8£470
Sat 21/1109:50 -
1 stop16h 45m
Sun 20/1220:15 -
1 stop18h 15m
Deal found 18/8£478
Sat 21/1121:30 -
1 stop17h 40m
Sun 20/1208:30 -
1 stop18h 05m
Deal found 18/8£484
Sat 3/1021:30 -
1 stop20h 15m
Sat 10/1019:30 -
1 stop31h 30m
Deal found 19/8£484
Sat 7/1117:00 -
1 stop24h 05m
Wed 18/1116:20 -
2 stops22h 10m
Deal found 21/8£490
Wed 9/921:00 -
1 stop35h 45m
Sun 13/907:30 -
1 stop18h 50m
Deal found 18/8£492
Sun 13/917:55 -
2 stops20h 10m
Tue 13/1016:05 -
2 stops21h 35m
Deal found 18/8£492
Wed 26/821:00 -
1 stop20h 10m
Mon 31/808:00 -
1 stop17h 05m
Deal found 18/8£499

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Return from

£443

One-way from

£249

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£720
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  • XiamenAir
  • 13/9-13/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 40m total
  • London to Kunming
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21/9
  • 21/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 33h 40m total
  • London to Kunming
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LondonKunming

LHR London Heathrow - KMG Kunming Changshui

LHRKMG

London Heathrow

Sun 13/9

12:35-14:50

1 stop19h 15m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 13/10

20:10-06:35

1 stop17h 25m

£443

LondonKunming

LGW London Gatwick - KMG Kunming Changshui

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

Sat 7/11

20:20-14:35

1 stop34h 15m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 18/11

10:55-06:30

1 stop27h 35m

£458

LondonKunming

LGW London Gatwick - KMG Kunming Changshui

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

Sat 21/11

09:50-10:35

1 stop16h 45m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 20/12

20:15-06:30

1 stop18h 15m

£489

LondonKunming

LHR London Heathrow - KMG Kunming Changshui

LHRKMG

London Heathrow

Wed 9/9

21:00-15:45

1 stop35h 45m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 13/9

07:30-19:20

1 stop18h 50m

£493

LondonKunming

LHR London Heathrow - KMG Kunming Changshui

LHRKMG

London Heathrow

Sat 7/11

09:05-21:05

2 stops28h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 18/11

06:30-17:50

1 stop19h 20m

£501

LondonKunming

LGW London Gatwick - KMG Kunming Changshui

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

Sat 7/11

10:30-15:15

2 stops20h 45m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 18/11

18:10-06:30

2 stops20h 20m

£514

LondonKunming

LHR London Heathrow - KMG Kunming Changshui

LHRKMG

London Heathrow

Sun 13/9

21:20-23:20

2 stops19h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 13/10

16:05-18:40

2 stops33h 35m

£522

LondonKunming

LGW London Gatwick - KMG Kunming Changshui

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

Wed 30/9

20:25-18:50

1 stop15h 25m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 29/10

13:00-06:20

1 stop25h 20m

£531
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LondonKunming

LHR London Heathrow - KMG Kunming Changshui

LHRKMG

London Heathrow

Wed 30/9

22:40-21:15

1 stop15h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 29/10

06:30-15:55

1 stop17h 25m

£539

LondonKunming

LHR London Heathrow - KMG Kunming Changshui

LHRKMG

London Heathrow

Wed 30/9

20:25-14:15

1 stop34h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 4/10

07:00-20:25

1 stop20h 25m

£543

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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 19 hours 20 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 Air China, China Southern and Hainan Airlines.

China Southern
China Southern
From £391
Air China
Air China
From £429
China Eastern
China Eastern
From £380
Hainan Airlines
Hainan Airlines
From £751

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
7.4
Good
161 reviews
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Food

7.2

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.5

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.2

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
7.4
Good
161 reviews
Air China
7.4
Good
161 reviews
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Food

7.2

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.5

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.2

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
7.4
Good
161 reviews
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Food

7.2

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.5

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.2

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
232 reviews
Air China
7.4
Good
161 reviews
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Food

7.2

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.5

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.2

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 £168.

  • How much is a return flight to Kunming?

    A return flight to Kunming will typically cost around £190, however they can be found for as little as £167.

  • 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 (16 hours 30 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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