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R16 508+ Cheap flights to Kunming (KMG)

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 29/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— KMG
May 18 — May 251
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Kunming in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Kunming
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Kunming. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 18 April 2026.

Fri 29/510:10
JNB
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KMG
1 stop18h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/612:50
KMG
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JNB
2 stops24h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4R16 508
Fri 29/510:10
JNB
-
KMG
2 stops26h 40m
Air China
Sun 14/67:00
KMG
-
JNB
2 stops30h 40m
Air China
Deal found 13/4R17 162
Fri 27/119:50
JNB
-
KMG
2 stops42h 50m
Etihad Airways
Tue 1/1210:45
KMG
-
JNB
2 stops27h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/4R18 974
Sun 31/512:40
JNB
-
KMG
2 stops26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 15/614:25
KMG
-
JNB
2 stops24h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4R21 538
Tue 1/129:50
JNB
-
KMG
2 stops42h 50m
Etihad Airways
Fri 4/1217:00
KMG
-
JNB
2 stops45h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4R22 583
Fri 27/1110:10
JNB
-
KMG
2 stops27h 50m
Air China
Tue 1/1222:10
KMG
-
JNB
3 stops63h 30m
Air China
Deal found 17/4R25 261

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R16 508
Air China
  • Air China
  • 29/5-14/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Kunming
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JohannesburgKunming

JNB - KMG

JNBKMG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

10:10-10:20

1 stop18h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 14/6

12:50-7:40

2 stops24h 50m

R16 508

JohannesburgKunming

JNB - KMG

JNBKMG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

10:10-20:35

3 stops28h 25m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 14/6

12:50-7:40

2 stops24h 50m

R19 611

JohannesburgKunming

JNB - KMG

JNBKMG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/5

12:40-21:30

2 stops26h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 15/6

14:25-9:00

2 stops24h 35m

R21 538

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How long is the flight to Kunming?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Kunming takes 18 hours 10 minutes. Flights to Kunming from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

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 mm 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).

FAQs about flying to Kunming

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

    Most people fly into Kunming Changshui (KMG) if they book a flight to Kunming. Kunming Changshui is conveniently located just 23,8 km from Kunming’s city centre.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Kunming if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kunming on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Kunming?

    Kunming Changshui is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kunming. One-way flights to Kunming Changshui typically cost R2 151, while return flights cost around R4 122.

  • How much is a return flight to Kunming?

    A return flight to Kunming will typically cost around R4 134, however they can be found for as little as R4 122.

  • Does Kunming Changshui have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kunming Changshui can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Kunming Changshui?

    Yes. Kunming Changshui has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Lian Du Hotel is the closest property to Kunming Changshui (0,0 km away from Kunming Changshui).

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