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R14 259+ 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 20/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— KMG
Jul 19 — Jul 261
1 adult

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Find the latest flights to Kunming in 2025, 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 14 July 2025.

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R14 259
Air China
  • Air China
  • 20/10-23/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Kunming
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Mon 20/1010:10JNB - KMG
1 stop21h 30mAir China
Thu 23/1014:45KMG - JNB
1 stop22h 55mAir China
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JNB - KMG

JNBKMG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/10

10:10-13:40

1 stop21h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 23/10

14:45-7:40

1 stop22h 55m

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How long is the flight to Kunming?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Kunming takes 38 hours 50 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).

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 14 July 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air China to China by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air China
7,2
Good
89 reviews
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Crew

7,9

Comfort

7,0

Food

7,0

Entertainment

6,1

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,2

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Vanina,Jun 2025

LHR - PEK

Very good but something happened with my flight # my booking had a 22.40 departure only to find out when check in that I was booked on the 20.40 flight so I had to run through a short connection. Never k we why this happened.
Air China
7,2
Good
89 reviews
Air China
7,2
Good
89 reviews
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Crew

7,9

Comfort

7,0

Food

7,0

Entertainment

6,1

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,2

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Vanina,Jun 2025

LHR - PEK

Very good but something happened with my flight # my booking had a 22.40 departure only to find out when check in that I was booked on the 20.40 flight so I had to run through a short connection. Never k we why this happened.

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 R5 906, while return flights cost around R3 481.

  • How much is a return flight to Kunming?

    A return flight to Kunming will typically cost around R264, however they can be found for as little as R194.

  • 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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