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R15 349+ Cheap flights to Kunming

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— KMG
may. 3 — may. 101
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 3 abril 2026.

vie. 5/610:10
JNB
-
KMG
1 stop26h 30m
Air China
mar. 9/614:45
KMG
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JNB
1 stop22h 55m
Air China
Deal found 29/3R15 349
lun. 8/619:50
JNB
-
KMG
1 stop24h 10m
Singapore Airlines
jue. 11/63:00
KMG
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/4R17 077
lun. 8/69:50
JNB
-
KMG
2 stops28h 10m
Etihad Airways
vie. 12/611:50
KMG
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JNB
2 stops50h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/4R17 772
lun. 8/610:10
JNB
-
KMG
2 stops46h 05m
Air China
vie. 12/622:00
KMG
-
JNB
3 stops63h 40m
Air China
Deal found 2/4R19 653

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Find the latest flights to Kunming in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 3 abril 2026.

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R15 349
Air China
  • Air China
  • 5/6-9/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Kunming
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JohannesburgKunming

JNB - KMG

JNBKMG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 5/6

10:10-18:40

1 stop26h 30m

Kunming Changshui

mar. 9/6

14:45-7:40

1 stop22h 55m

R15 349
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgKunming

JNB - KMG

JNBKMG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 8/6

19:50-2:00

1 stop24h 10m

Kunming Changshui

jue. 11/6

3:00-18:35

1 stop21h 35m

R17 077

JohannesburgKunming

JNB - KMG

JNBKMG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 8/6

10:10-14:15

2 stops46h 05m

Kunming Changshui

vie. 12/6

22:00-7:40

3 stops63h 40m

R19 653

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How long is the flight to Kunming?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Kunming takes 33 hours 0 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.

  • 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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