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Cheap flights from Sydney to Kunming from $318

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 7/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — KMG
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Kunming Changshui are usually found in March or May, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Kunming

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$527

One-way from

$318

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$931
Hainan Airlines
  • Hainan Airlines
  • 20/5-16/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 05m total
  • Sydney to Kunming
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7/7
  • 7/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 10m total
  • Sydney to Kunming
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($244 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($73 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Kunming
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Kunming. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Tue 20/521:00SYD - KMG
1 stop21h 00mHainan Airlines
Mon 16/617:10KMG - SYD
1 stop19h 05mHainan Airlines
Deal found 14/4$527
Tue 20/508:15SYD - KMG
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/603:00KMG - SYD
1 stop30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$638
Tue 20/511:20SYD - KMG
2 stops30h 10mChina Eastern
Mon 16/609:35KMG - SYD
2 stops20h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/4$732
Mon 1/908:15SYD - KMG
1 stop29h 10mJuneyao Airlines
Wed 1/1007:25KMG - SYD
1 stop20h 50mJuneyao Airlines
Deal found 14/4$762
Mon 1/920:45SYD - KMG
1 stop31h 15mScoot
Tue 30/903:00KMG - SYD
1 stop30h 35mScoot
Deal found 14/4$903
Tue 20/519:40SYD - KMG
1 stop17h 55mAir China
Mon 16/615:15KMG - SYD
1 stop21h 35mAir China
Deal found 14/4$1,222
Tue 20/507:05SYD - KMG
2 stops20h 55mBatik Air
Sun 15/603:00KMG - SYD
2 stops25h 05mBatik Air
Deal found 14/4$1,650
Tue 20/507:55SYD - KMG
1 stop20h 05mSingapore Airlines
Sun 15/603:00KMG - SYD
1 stop29h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 14/4$2,698
Tue 20/510:15SYD - KMG
1 stop25h 20mChina Southern
Mon 16/607:25KMG - SYD
1 stop23h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 14/4$3,061

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SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/5

21:00-16:00

1 stop21h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 16/6

17:10-14:15

1 stop19h 05m

$527

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/5

08:15-23:25

1 stop17h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 15/6

03:00-11:35

1 stop30h 35m

$638

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/5

11:20-15:30

2 stops30h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 16/6

09:35-08:30

2 stops20h 55m

$732

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/9

08:15-11:25

1 stop29h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 1/10

07:25-06:15

1 stop20h 50m

$762

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/9

20:45-02:00

1 stop31h 15m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 30/9

03:00-11:35

1 stop30h 35m

$903

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/5

19:40-11:35

1 stop17h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 16/6

15:15-14:50

1 stop21h 35m

$1,222

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/5

07:05-02:00

2 stops20h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 15/6

03:00-06:05

2 stops25h 05m

$1,650

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/5

07:55-02:00

1 stop20h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 15/6

03:00-10:25

1 stop29h 25m

$2,698

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/5

10:15-09:35

1 stop25h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 16/6

07:25-08:25

1 stop23h 00m

$3,061

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 7/7

09:15-01:25

1 stop18h 10m

$318

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Kunming

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Kunming. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

Booking 24 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sydney 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 Sydney to Kunming?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Kunming (average of $362). Flying from Sydney 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 SYD to KMG?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 15 April 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 39% on flights from Sydney to Kunming by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 15 April 2025.
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.9

Food

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
37 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.9

Food

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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.9

Food

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
37 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.9

Food

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
37 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.9

Food

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Kunming. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Flying on Hainan Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Kunming, with prices starting at $527. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Eastern and Air China, with the lowest prices starting at $732 and $1,222, respectively. You may be able to fly from Sydney to Kunming for 38% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $434 on Juneyao Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Eastern from $489 and British Airways from $5,591 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Kunming (average of $362). Flying from Sydney 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 4 airlines flying from Sydney to Kunming

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest$527Average$634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China EasternCheapest$571Average$1,002FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$593Average$920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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