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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Kunming from £291

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 19/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — KMG
4 gen — 11 gen1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to Kunming

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Cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Kunming
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Kingdom to Kunming. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 dicembre 2025.

mer 24/1217:15LHR - KMG
1 stop22h 20mChina Southern
sab 3/118:30KMG - LHR
1 stop27h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 3/12£1,239
mer 24/1219:45LHR - KMG
1 stop31h 10mHainan Airlines
dom 4/116:30KMG - LHR
1 stop33h 25mHainan Airlines
Deal found 3/12£1,305
ven 19/1222:00LHR - KMG
1 stop17h 30mChina Southern
sab 3/115:15KMG - LHR
1 stop30h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 4/12£1,392
mer 24/1217:15LHR - KMG
1 stop22h 20mChina Southern
dom 4/113:05KMG - LHR
1 stop37h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 3/12£1,530
mer 24/1211:35LGW - KMG
1 stop16h 05mAir China
dom 4/121:20KMG - LGW
1 stop17h 35mAir China
Deal found 4/12£1,740
ven 19/1211:35LGW - KMG
1 stop19h 35mAir China
sab 3/115:45KMG - LGW
1 stop21h 50mAir China
Deal found 3/12£1,852
mer 24/1211:35LGW - KMG
1 stop16h 05mAir China
sab 3/121:20KMG - LGW
1 stop17h 35mAir China
Deal found 3/12£1,883

Find flight deals from United Kingdom to Kunming

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Kingdom to Kunming flight deals. Data was last updated 5 dicembre 2025.

Round-trip from

£387

One-way from

£291

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£740
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 18/1-25/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 30m total
  • United Kingdom to Kunming
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 19/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 55m total
  • United Kingdom to Kunming
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (£42 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from United Kingdom to Kunming that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 5 dicembre 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Kingdom to Kunming that are best for you.

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United Kingdom

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Kunming

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonKunming

LGW - KMG

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

dom 18/1

10:30-17:05

2 stops22h 35m

Kunming Changshui

dom 25/1

22:05-14:00

1 stop23h 55m

£387

LondonKunming

LHR - KMG

LHRKMG

London Heathrow

dom 18/1

17:15-21:40

1 stop20h 25m

Kunming Changshui

dom 25/1

20:05-18:35

1 stop30h 30m

£408

LondonKunming

LHR - KMG

LHRKMG

London Heathrow

ven 16/1

21:50-23:45

1 stop17h 55m

Kunming Changshui

ven 23/1

20:40-19:00

1 stop30h 20m

£414

LondonKunming

LHR - KMG

LHRKMG

London Heathrow

dom 18/1

21:50-12:05

2 stops30h 15m

Kunming Changshui

dom 25/1

16:30-17:55

1 stop33h 25m

£452

LondonKunming

LGW - KMG

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

sab 3/1

20:20-14:35

1 stop34h 15m

Kunming Changshui

sab 7/2

07:50-17:20

1 stop17h 30m

£513

LondonKunming

LGW - KMG

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

gio 5/2

11:05-20:15

1 stop25h 10m

Kunming Changshui

lun 9/2

21:20-06:55

1 stop17h 35m

£524

LondonKunming

LGW - KMG

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

sab 3/1

10:30-17:05

2 stops22h 35m

Kunming Changshui

dom 8/2

20:30-14:00

1 stop25h 30m

£559

LondonKunming

LGW - KMG

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

gio 22/1

11:05-20:15

1 stop25h 10m

Kunming Changshui

lun 26/1

17:25-06:55

2 stops21h 30m

£570

LondonKunming

LGW - KMG

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

sab 3/1

13:55-19:50

2 stops21h 55m

Kunming Changshui

sab 7/2

07:50-17:20

1 stop17h 30m

£629

LondonKunming

LGW - KMG

LGWKMG

London Gatwick

dom 18/1

11:05-18:45

2 stops23h 40m

Kunming Changshui

dom 25/1

06:55-06:55

3 stops32h 00m

£630

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Kingdom to Kunming

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from United Kingdom to Kunming?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Kunming (average of £393). Flying from United Kingdom to Kunming in April is currently the most expensive (average of £860). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from GB to KMG?

Find hourly flight availability from United Kingdom to Kunming. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 dicembre 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from United Kingdom to Kunming in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 33% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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 5 dicembre 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines, China Southern, andChina Eastern from the United Kingdom 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.
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
58 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
58 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
58 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
China Southern
7.5
Good
121 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
58 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
58 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Air China
7.2
Good
127 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
58 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom?

    Kunming Changshui (KMG) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from United Kingdom to Kunming. It is only a 14.8 mi journey from Kunming Changshui (KMG) to Kunming’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from United Kingdom to Kunming?

    There are many flights that can get you from United Kingdom to Kunming in 20h 25m. Fly via China Eastern, China Southern, or Air China to get the fastest option. United Kingdom and Kunming are separated by a distance of 5413 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air China, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £232. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Eastern and Tianjin Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from United Kingdom to Kunming for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from United Kingdom to Kunming?

    Most travelers choose London Heathrow - Kunming Changshui, London Gatwick - Kunming Changshui or Manchester - Kunming Changshui when deciding on the best route from United Kingdom to Kunming.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from United Kingdom to Kunming?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Kingdom 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from United Kingdom to Kunming?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Kunming (average of £393). Flying from United Kingdom to Kunming in April is currently the most expensive (average of £860). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest£396Average£833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest£400Average£547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest£410Average£552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£565Average£807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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