Cheap flights from London to Kunming from £285

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — KMG
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from London to Kunming

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) to Kunming (KMG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£447

One-way from

£285

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£420
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 14/10-21/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 50m total
  • London to Kunming
5/12
  • 5/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 45m total
  • London to Kunming
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£49 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights from London to Kunming
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Kunming. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.

Tue 14/1021:30LGW - KMG
1 stop30h 35mChina Southern
Tue 21/1008:15KMG - LGW
1 stop17h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 14/9£447
Tue 14/1021:00LHR - KMG
1 stop19h 40mChina Southern
Tue 21/1021:30KMG - LHR
1 stop28h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 14/9£468
Wed 29/1007:40LHR - KMG
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1122:10KMG - LHR
1 stop25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9£521
Sun 12/1021:00LHR - KMG
1 stop15h 45mChina Southern
Sun 26/1008:30KMG - LHR
1 stop17h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 14/9£535
Wed 29/1011:45LHR - KMG
3 stops26h 45mChina Eastern
Wed 5/1107:10KMG - LHR
1 stop18h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/9£556
Tue 14/1022:40LHR - KMG
1 stop15h 35mAir China
Tue 21/1020:00KMG - LHR
2 stops20h 00mAir China
Deal found 14/9£557
Tue 14/1011:35LGW - KMG
1 stop23h 00mChina Eastern
Tue 21/1016:20KMG - LGW
2 stops21h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/9£561
Mon 15/921:00LHR - KMG
1 stop32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/915:20KMG - LHR
2 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9£568
Sun 12/1021:20LHR - KMG
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/1018:10KMG - LHR
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9£575
Tue 14/1021:20LHR - KMG
2 stops19h 05mChina Eastern
Tue 21/1007:10KMG - LHR
2 stops21h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/9£638
Sun 12/1019:00LGW - KMG
2 stops19h 15mChina Eastern
Sun 26/1019:25KMG - LGW
1 stop19h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/9£687
Mon 15/911:15LGW - KMG
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/915:20KMG - LGW
2 stops22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9£698

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London

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Kunming

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonKunming

LGW - KMG

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

Tue 14/10

21:30-11:05

1 stop30h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 21/10

08:15-18:30

1 stop17h 15m

£447

LondonKunming

LHR - KMG

LHRKMG

London Heathrow

Sun 1/3

21:50-12:05

2 stops30h 15m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 5/3

13:20-19:40

2 stops38h 20m

£506

LondonKunming

LHR - KMG

LHRKMG

London Heathrow

Sun 12/10

21:00-19:45

1 stop15h 45m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 26/10

08:30-18:55

1 stop17h 25m

£535

LondonKunming

LHR - KMG

LHRKMG

London Heathrow

Fri 6/3

13:50-21:05

2 stops23h 15m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 13/3

06:30-17:50

1 stop19h 20m

£547

LondonKunming

LHR - KMG

LHRKMG

London Heathrow

Wed 29/10

11:45-22:30

3 stops26h 45m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 5/11

07:10-17:30

1 stop18h 20m

£556

LondonKunming

LHR - KMG

LHRKMG

London Heathrow

Fri 6/3

09:00-22:05

2 stops29h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 13/3

16:20-21:25

3 stops37h 05m

£561

LondonKunming

LGW - KMG

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

Tue 14/10

11:35-17:35

1 stop23h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 21/10

16:20-06:30

2 stops21h 10m

£561

LondonKunming

LHR - KMG

LHRKMG

London Heathrow

Sun 1/3

17:15-21:30

1 stop20h 15m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 5/3

13:30-17:55

1 stop36h 25m

£648

LondonKunming

LGW - KMG

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

Sun 12/10

19:00-22:35

1 stop20h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 26/10

19:25-06:30

1 stop19h 05m

£687

LondonKunming

LGW - KMG

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

Sun 22/2

17:00-21:10

2 stops20h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 26/2

11:20-06:30

2 stops27h 10m

£728

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from London to Kunming

How much does it cost for a return flight from London to Kunming?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from London to Kunming?

Share of one-stop return flights from London to Kunming chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Shanghai (PVG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 40% of one-stop itineraries from London to Kunming on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from London to Kunming?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from London to Kunming, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Shenzhen (SZX) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £419.

What’s the fastest stopover option from London to Kunming?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from London to Kunming, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Beijing (PKX) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 15h 45m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from London to Kunming?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from London to Kunming, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Beijing (PKX) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 03m.

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 16 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with China Southern, China Eastern, andAir China from London to Kunming have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.3

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.

Food

7.3

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.

Food

7.3

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.

Food

7.3

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London to Kunming. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kunming from London?

    If you book a flight to Kunming from London, you will be flying to Kunming Changshui, which is the city’s only airport. Kunming Changshui (KMG) is located 14.8 mi from the center of Kunming. There are 0 flights from London to Kunming Changshui per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from London to Kunming?

    There are many flights that can get you from London to Kunming in 26h 45m. Fly via China Southern, Tianjin Airlines, or China Eastern to get the fastest option. The distance between London and Kunming is about 5413 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London to Kunming round-trip?

    Currently priced at £384, China Southern will fly you from London to Kunming and back. In addition to China Southern, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air China and China Eastern - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £392 and £403, respectively. These flights start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London to Kunming one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with China Southern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £306. Air China flights start at £361 while deals on China Eastern start at £412 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Kunming?

  • Can I find deals for flights from London to Kunming that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on London to Kunming flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from London to Kunming?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from London to Kunming.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from London to Kunming?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London to Kunming by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 3 airlines flying from London to Kunming

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from London to Kunming. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 16 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest£384Average£520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest£392Average£559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest£403Average£547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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