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$404+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Kunming (KMG)

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 4/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — KMG
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Fri 2/27
Fri 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Kunming

Cheapest flights from Salinas to Kunming
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Kunming. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 28, 2026.

This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1612:40 pm
SFO
-
KMG
1 stop18h 30m
Korean Air
Mon 4/2711:30 pm
KMG
-
SFO
1 stop26h 10m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/26$736
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/204:17 pm
SFO
-
KMG
2 stops38h 53m
Korean Air
Wed 4/2911:30 pm
KMG
-
SFO
1 stop26h 10m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/26$741
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/172:57 pm
SFO
-
KMG
2 stops40h 13m
Korean Air
Mon 4/2711:30 pm
KMG
-
SFO
1 stop26h 10m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/26$753
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1712:35 am
SFO
-
KMG
1 stop22h 25m
China Southern
Sun 9/275:40 pm
KMG
-
SFO
2 stops41h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 1/27$832
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/187:20 pm
SFO
-
KMG
2 stops35h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/2911:30 pm
KMG
-
SFO
1 stop26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$840
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/172:57 pm
SFO
-
KMG
2 stops40h 13m
Korean Air
Wed 4/2911:30 pm
KMG
-
SFO
2 stops32h 44m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/26$859
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1612:35 am
SFO
-
KMG
1 stop22h 25m
China Southern
Mon 4/2710:45 am
KMG
-
SFO
1 stop24h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 1/26$871
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1612:40 pm
SFO
-
KMG
1 stop18h 30m
Korean Air
Fri 5/111:30 pm
KMG
-
SFO
1 stop26h 10m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/26$882
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/204:17 pm
SFO
-
KMG
2 stops38h 53m
Korean Air
Fri 5/111:30 pm
KMG
-
SFO
1 stop26h 10m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/26$887
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/172:57 pm
SFO
-
KMG
2 stops40h 13m
Korean Air
Fri 5/111:30 pm
KMG
-
SFO
1 stop26h 10m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/26$899

Find flight deals from Salinas to Kunming

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Kunming flight deals. Data was last updated January 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$736
(Korean Air)

One-way from

$404
(CrystalTravel)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$788
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Kunming that are best for you.

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San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

12:40 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 4/27

11:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop26h 10m

$736

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sat 4/18

12:40 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 4/26

11:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop26h 10m

$736

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Thu 4/16

12:40 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 4/27

11:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop26h 10m

$736

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

12:40 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 4/29

11:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop26h 10m

$736

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sat 4/18

12:40 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 4/29

11:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop26h 10m

$736

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sat 4/18

7:20 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops35h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 4/29

11:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop26h 10m

$840

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Thu 4/16

12:40 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 4/29

11:30 pm-5:14 pm

2 stops32h 44m

$847

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Tue 4/21

12:40 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 4/27

11:30 pm-5:14 pm

2 stops32h 44m

$847

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Fri 4/17

2:57 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops40h 13m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 4/29

11:30 pm-5:14 pm

2 stops32h 44m

$859

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Fri 4/17

2:57 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops40h 13m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 4/27

11:30 pm-5:14 pm

2 stops32h 44m

$859

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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 January 28, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Salinas to Kunming, such as China Southern, China Eastern, and Air China. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Southern
7.3
Good
136 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 6
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jan 2026

NBO - CSX

I was refused boarding due to the Australian CTD I used to travel on at BNE Airport, and did not receive any refund. Instead, considering that I was travelling to meet my wife and kid after 4 years of separation and that all the arrangements had been made, I had to book a different flight ticket (Qatar Airways), which was too expensive.
China Southern
7.3
Good
136 reviews
China Southern
7.3
Good
136 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 6
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jan 2026

NBO - CSX

I was refused boarding due to the Australian CTD I used to travel on at BNE Airport, and did not receive any refund. Instead, considering that I was travelling to meet my wife and kid after 4 years of separation and that all the arrangements had been made, I had to book a different flight ticket (Qatar Airways), which was too expensive.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
191 reviews
China Southern
7.3
Good
136 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 6
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jan 2026

NBO - CSX

I was refused boarding due to the Australian CTD I used to travel on at BNE Airport, and did not receive any refund. Instead, considering that I was travelling to meet my wife and kid after 4 years of separation and that all the arrangements had been made, I had to book a different flight ticket (Qatar Airways), which was too expensive.
Air China
7.2
Good
138 reviews
China Southern
7.3
Good
136 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 6
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jan 2026

NBO - CSX

I was refused boarding due to the Australian CTD I used to travel on at BNE Airport, and did not receive any refund. Instead, considering that I was travelling to meet my wife and kid after 4 years of separation and that all the arrangements had been made, I had to book a different flight ticket (Qatar Airways), which was too expensive.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Kunming Changshui (KMG), located 14.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Salinas to Kunming. 3 airlines have flights to Kunming Changshui from Salinas on a regular basis. Booking flights from Salinas to Kunming Changshui should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Salinas per day.

  • How long is the flight from Salinas to Kunming?

    Departing from Salinas to Kunming will take you 18h 30m. The distance from Salinas to Kunming is about 7195 mi.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is China Eastern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $366. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Southern and Air China, as they are both options that can get you from Salinas to Kunming for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas 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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Salinas to Kunming

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$601Average$1,002FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air ChinaCheapest$739Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$743Average$1,253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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