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Cheap flights from Australia to Kunming from $430

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — KMG
7 Apr — 14 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Kunming

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Kunming flight deals. Data was last updated 2 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$430

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$870
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 2/5-16/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 05m total
  • Australia to Kunming
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($273 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($82 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Australia to Kunming
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Kunming. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 April 2025.

Fri 2/521:00MEL - KMG
1 stop29h 10mChina Southern
Fri 16/522:45KMG - MEL
1 stop31h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 1/4$430
Fri 2/507:00MEL - KMG
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/507:15KMG - MEL
2 stops19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4$522
Fri 16/509:15SYD - KMG
1 stop18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/517:55KMG - SYD
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4$524
Sat 8/1112:35MEL - KMG
1 stop25h 20mXiamenAir
Sat 15/1112:50KMG - MEL
1 stop18h 45mXiamenAir
Deal found 1/4$597
Fri 2/511:00MEL - KMG
2 stops29h 50mChina Eastern
Fri 16/512:15KMG - MEL
2 stops22h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/4$719
Fri 2/511:20SYD - KMG
2 stops28h 05mChina Eastern
Wed 7/512:15KMG - SYD
2 stops18h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 2/4$738
Sat 19/721:45SYD - KMG
1 stop25h 55mChina Southern
Sun 27/710:45KMG - SYD
1 stop30h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 1/4$827
Fri 21/1120:15MEL - KMG
2 stops26h 45mAir China
Thu 18/1221:10KMG - MEL
2 stops39h 35mAir China
Deal found 1/4$1,062
Sat 29/1107:45MEL - KMG
2 stops20h 50mBatik Air
Fri 12/1202:35KMG - MEL
1 stop18h 10mBatik Air
Deal found 2/4$1,273
Sat 19/707:05SYD - KMG
2 stops20h 55mBatik Air
Sat 26/703:00KMG - SYD
2 stops25h 05mBatik Air
Deal found 1/4$1,825
Sun 25/519:45MEL - KMG
2 stops24h 30mHainan Airlines
Mon 23/617:10KMG - MEL
1 stop18h 55mHainan Airlines
Deal found 1/4$3,242

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Australia

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Kunming

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Fri 2/5

21:00-00:10

1 stop29h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 16/5

22:45-08:40

1 stop31h 55m

$430

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Fri 2/5

07:00-01:25

1 stop20h 25m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 16/5

07:15-05:00

2 stops19h 45m

$522

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 16/5

09:15-01:25

1 stop18h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 23/5

17:55-20:00

1 stop24h 05m

$524

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Fri 2/5

11:00-14:50

2 stops29h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 16/5

12:15-12:40

2 stops22h 25m

$719

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 2/5

11:20-13:25

2 stops28h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 7/5

12:15-09:00

2 stops18h 45m

$738

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 19/7

21:45-21:40

1 stop25h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 27/7

10:45-19:40

1 stop30h 55m

$827

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sat 13/9

00:30-02:00

1 stop27h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 29/9

03:00-03:15

1 stop22h 15m

$1,488

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sun 14/9

20:00-21:05

2 stops27h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 30/9

13:50-14:35

2 stops22h 45m

$1,682

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 19/7

07:05-02:00

2 stops20h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 26/7

03:00-06:05

2 stops25h 05m

$1,825

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sun 25/5

19:45-18:15

2 stops24h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 23/6

17:10-14:05

1 stop18h 55m

$3,242

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Kunming

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Kunming (average of $362). Flying from Australia to Kunming in December is currently the most expensive (average of $815). 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 AU to KMG?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia 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 2 April 2025.

When flying from Australia to Kunming, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 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

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 2 April 2025.
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
36 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.1

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
8.1
Very Good
36 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
36 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.1

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
94 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
36 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.1

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
143 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
36 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.1

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.
Batik Air
6.0
Okay
69 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
36 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.1

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

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kunming from Australia?

    Most people fly into Kunming Changshui (KMG) if they book a flight to Kunming from Australia. Kunming Changshui is conveniently located just 23.8 km from Kunming’s city centre.

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

    The most popular route from Australia to Kunming is Melbourne - Kunming Changshui. You may also consider Sydney Kingsford Smith - Kunming Changshui or Alice Springs - Kunming Changshui.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia 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 Australia to Kunming?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Kunming (average of $362). Flying from Australia to Kunming in December is currently the most expensive (average of $815). 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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Top 9 airlines flying from Australia to Kunming

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest$418Average$591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China SouthernCheapest$524Average$1,145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$538Average$776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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XiamenAirCheapest$546Average$740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$551Average$926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapest$567Average$1,041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Batik AirCheapest$649Average$1,278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$744Average$1,624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,044Average$1,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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