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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Kunming from $360

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 4/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — KMG
25 Jan — 1 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Kunming Changshui are usually found in March or May, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Kunming

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 20 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$501

One-way from

$360

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$817
Beijing Capital Airlines
  • Beijing Capital Airlines
  • 1/3-13/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 60h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Kunming
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 4/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Kunming
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High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 8% potential price drop
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Kunming
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Kunming. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 January 2025.

Sat 1/308:00MEL - KMG
1 stop31h 35mBeijing Capital Airlines
Thu 13/322:30KMG - MEL
1 stop28h 30mBeijing Capital Airlines
Deal found 20/1$501
Sat 1/308:00MEL - KMG
1 stop31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/303:00KMG - MEL
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$647
Sat 1/320:15MEL - KMG
2 stops26h 40mAir China
Thu 13/317:25KMG - MEL
2 stops19h 20mAir China
Deal found 20/1$707
Sat 1/319:25MEL - KMG
1 stop33h 35mSingapore Airlines
Sun 9/303:00KMG - MEL
1 stop23h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/1$827
Sat 1/312:00MEL - KMG
1 stop15h 40mChina Eastern
Mon 10/315:20KMG - MEL
2 stops19h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 20/1$940
Sat 1/307:45MEL - KMG
2 stops20h 50mBatik Air
Wed 12/302:35KMG - MEL
2 stops24h 05mBatik Air
Deal found 20/1$1,213
Fri 28/200:30MEL - KMG
1 stop16h 35mThai Airways
Mon 10/315:20KMG - MEL
1 stop13h 00mThai Airways
Deal found 20/1$1,744

Find flights from Melbourne to Kunming within your budget

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MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sat 1/3

08:00-12:35

1 stop31h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 13/3

22:30-06:00

1 stop28h 30m

$501

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sat 1/3

08:00-12:35

1 stop31h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 12/3

03:00-21:20

1 stop15h 20m

$647

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sat 1/3

20:15-19:55

2 stops26h 40m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 13/3

17:25-15:45

2 stops19h 20m

$707

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sat 1/3

19:25-02:00

1 stop33h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 9/3

03:00-05:40

1 stop23h 40m

$827

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sat 1/3

12:00-00:40

1 stop15h 40m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 10/3

15:20-14:05

2 stops19h 45m

$940

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sat 1/3

07:45-01:35

2 stops20h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 12/3

02:35-05:40

2 stops24h 05m

$1,213

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Fri 28/2

00:30-14:05

1 stop16h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 10/3

15:20-07:20

1 stop13h 00m

$1,744

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Wed 4/6

10:20-10:45

1 stop26h 25m

$360

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Wed 4/6

11:00-18:50

2 stops33h 50m

$476

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Tue 3/6

00:30-22:20

2 stops23h 50m

$513

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Kunming

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Kunming including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Kunming?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Kunming. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Booking 72 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Kunming. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Kunming (average of $362). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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 MEL to KMG?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 20 January 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne Airport to Kunming in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 24% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

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 20 January 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
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Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
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Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Thai Airways
7.8
Good
338 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
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Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

China Southern
7.4
Good
86 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
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Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

China Eastern
7.0
Good
134 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,328 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne 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 Melbourne?

    For a flight from Melbourne to Kunming, you will be flying into Kunming Changshui. Kunming Changshui (KMG) is just 23.8 km from the centre vof the city. Kunming Changshui is the only Kunming airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 7 airlines have flights to Kunming Changshui from Melbourne on a regular basis.

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

    According to our current data, Beijing Capital Airlines ($501), Air China ($707), and Singapore Airlines ($827) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Kunming. Users have found that Beijing Capital Airlines is 41% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport to Kunming?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Kunming (average of $362). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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 7 airlines flying from Melbourne to Kunming

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 20 January 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest$423Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China SouthernCheapest$530Average$769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$530Average$686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$557Average$936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$573Average$1,160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China EasternCheapest$574Average$847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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XiamenAirCheapest$617Average$658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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