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Cheap flights from Sydney to Kunming from $379

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 16/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — KMG
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Kunming Changshui are usually found in March or February, booked 79 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,133

One-way from

$1,107

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,414
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 18/1-24/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 15m total
  • Sydney to Kunming
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24/12
  • 24/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 10m total
  • Sydney to Kunming
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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 19 December 2024.

Tue 24/1220:50SYD - KMG
1 stop16h 55mSichuan Airlines
Sun 29/1211:50KMG - SYD
1 stop24h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 18/12$1,581
Tue 24/1213:35SYD - KMG
2 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/109:20KMG - SYD
1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12$1,600
Mon 23/1221:30SYD - KMG
1 stop21h 15mChina Eastern
Sat 4/108:25KMG - SYD
2 stops22h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/12$1,732
Thu 26/1220:40SYD - KMG
1 stop16h 50mAir China
Tue 7/115:45KMG - SYD
1 stop20h 45mAir China
Deal found 16/12$1,756
Thu 26/1208:35SYD - KMG
1 stop18h 55mJuneyao Airlines
Wed 1/107:55KMG - SYD
1 stop19h 35mJuneyao Airlines
Deal found 16/12$1,943
Wed 25/1212:30SYD - KMG
1 stop31h 15mXiamenAir
Fri 3/112:30KMG - SYD
1 stop18h 55mXiamenAir
Deal found 16/12$2,075
Sun 22/1222:10SYD - KMG
2 stops23h 45mChina Southern
Mon 6/122:35KMG - SYD
1 stop18h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 16/12$2,581
Wed 25/1209:10SYD - KMG
1 stop16h 35mKorean Air
Wed 1/123:55KMG - SYD
1 stop28h 00mKorean Air
Deal found 16/12$2,589
Tue 24/1207:15SYD - KMG
2 stops21h 20mBatik Air
Sat 28/1202:35KMG - SYD
2 stops24h 40mBatik Air
Deal found 17/12$2,923
Tue 24/1221:50SYD - KMG
1 stop31h 10mScoot
Sat 28/1203:00KMG - SYD
1 stop30h 50mScoot
Deal found 17/12$2,953

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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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SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 18/1

13:30-11:40

1 stop25h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 24/1

21:20-09:25

1 stop33h 05m

$1,133

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 18/1

10:45-01:25

1 stop17h 40m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 23/1

02:30-09:15

1 stop27h 45m

$1,229

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 18/1

07:15-01:35

2 stops21h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 23/1

02:35-06:15

2 stops24h 40m

$2,562

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 16/6

10:05-17:35

1 stop33h 30m

$379

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 16/6

20:30-18:50

2 stops24h 20m

$510

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/12

16:50-01:35

3 stops59h 45m

$1,107

SydneyKunming

SYD - KMG

SYDKMG

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/12

20:50-10:45

1 stop16h 55m

$1,260

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Deals found on 17/12

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Travel insights for flights from Sydney to Kunming

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

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 13 December 2024.

Booking 78 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Kunming (average of $361). Flying from Sydney 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 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 19 December 2024.

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 19 December 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Batik Air, China Eastern and China Southern from Sydney to Kunming. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,021 reviews
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Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,021 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,021 reviews
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Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

China Southern
7.5
Good
92 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,021 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

China Eastern
7.0
Good
155 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,021 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Scoot
6.7
Okay
298 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,021 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

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 China Eastern is currently your cheapest option to Kunming, with prices starting at $1,133. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Sichuan Airlines and Air China, with the lowest prices starting at $1,581 and $1,756, respectively.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Kunming (average of $361). Flying from Sydney 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 4 airlines flying from Sydney to Kunming

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Sydney 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$502Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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China SouthernCheapest$568Average$847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$572Average$970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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XiamenAirCheapest$672Average$784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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