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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Kunming from $398

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 10/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — KMG
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Kunming Changshui are usually found in March or November, 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$813

One-way from

$398

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,499
15/1-22/1
  • 15/1-22/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Kunming
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 10/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Kunming
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High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise
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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 19 December 2024.

Wed 25/1221:30MEL - KMG
1 stop28h 00mSichuan Airlines
Thu 2/107:50KMG - MEL
1 stop27h 55mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 18/12$1,497
Wed 25/1206:15MEL - KMG
1 stop22h 20mBatik Air
Wed 1/102:35KMG - MEL
1 stop18h 10mBatik Air
Deal found 18/12$1,640
Wed 25/1215:55MEL - KMG
2 stops36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/102:35KMG - MEL
1 stop18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$1,676
Thu 19/1208:00MEL - KMG
1 stop31h 35mBeijing Capital Airlines
Sat 11/122:30KMG - MEL
1 stop28h 30mBeijing Capital Airlines
Deal found 18/12$2,470
Thu 19/1206:45MEL - KMG
2 stops33h 55mChina Southern
Sat 11/122:35KMG - MEL
1 stop19h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 18/12$3,983
Thu 19/1220:25MEL - KMG
2 stops40h 05mQantas Airways
Sat 11/113:15KMG - MEL
2 stops19h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/12$4,691

Find flights from Melbourne to Kunming within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Wed 15/1

12:55-23:25

1 stop37h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 22/1

07:00-06:00

2 stops20h 00m

$813

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Wed 15/1

08:40-19:10

1 stop13h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 22/1

13:30-14:55

1 stop22h 25m

$972

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Fri 3/1

12:35-16:45

1 stop31h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 6/4

12:10-09:35

1 stop19h 25m

$1,114

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Fri 3/1

22:30-15:15

2 stops19h 45m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 6/4

09:25-09:00

2 stops21h 35m

$1,343

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sat 22/2

20:15-14:30

1 stop21h 15m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 2/3

13:15-15:45

1 stop23h 30m

$1,403

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Sat 22/2

22:35-02:00

1 stop30h 25m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 1/3

03:00-21:20

1 stop15h 20m

$1,632

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Wed 15/1

07:45-01:35

2 stops20h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 21/1

02:35-05:40

2 stops24h 05m

$2,037

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Fri 21/2

00:35-02:00

1 stop28h 25m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 1/3

03:00-08:15

1 stop26h 15m

$2,046

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Thu 2/1

00:30-14:05

1 stop16h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 6/4

15:20-07:30

1 stop14h 10m

$2,253

MelbourneKunming

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Fri 10/1

08:40-13:40

1 stop32h 00m

$398

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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 13 December 2024.

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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Kunming (average of $361). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Kunming in December is currently the most expensive (average of $744). 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 19 December 2024.

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 19 December 2024.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
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Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Your state of the art Boeing 787 was so hot I was sweating 90% of the flight. There is no reason or excuse for that.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
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Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Your state of the art Boeing 787 was so hot I was sweating 90% of the flight. There is no reason or excuse for that.

Thai Airways
7.8
Good
357 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
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Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Your state of the art Boeing 787 was so hot I was sweating 90% of the flight. There is no reason or excuse for that.

China Southern
7.5
Good
92 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
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Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Your state of the art Boeing 787 was so hot I was sweating 90% of the flight. There is no reason or excuse for that.

China Eastern
7.0
Good
155 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
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Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Your state of the art Boeing 787 was so hot I was sweating 90% of the flight. There is no reason or excuse for that.

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, China Southern ($972), XiamenAir ($1,114), and China Eastern ($1,343) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Kunming.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for China Southern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $398. Users have also found prices from $438 and $532 on XiamenAir and China Eastern, respectively.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Kunming (average of $361). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Kunming in December is currently the most expensive (average of $744). 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 19 December 2024.
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$416Average$576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China SouthernCheapest$521Average$762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$522Average$675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Beijing Capital AirlinesCheapest$548Average$920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapest$564Average$832FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$585Average$787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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XiamenAirCheapest$606Average$688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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