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$498+ 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 8/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — KMG
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Salinas to Kunming Changshui are usually found in January or March, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Kunming

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$941
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$498
(ScholarTrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,224
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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 May 1, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1212:00 pmSFO - KMG
1 stop19h 35mChina Eastern
Tue 5/2710:05 pmKMG - SFO
2 stops32h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/29$941
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1212:00 pmSFO - KMG
1 stop19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/275:40 pmKMG - SFO
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,026
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1212:35 amSFO - KMG
1 stop22h 25mChina Southern
Fri 6/2010:45 pmKMG - SFO
1 stop36h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 4/29$1,384
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/106:50 pmSFO - KMG
2 stops29h 55mAir China
Tue 7/2912:50 pmKMG - SFO
1 stop36h 40mAir China
Deal found 4/29$1,602
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/1311:30 amSFO - KMG
1 stop23h 30mSingapore Airlines
Thu 6/193:00 amKMG - SFO
1 stop21h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/29$2,740
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/610:40 amSFO - KMG
1 stop24h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/227:00 amKMG - SFO
1 stop22h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$5,447

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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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Kunming that are best for you.

Fly from

Salinas

Fly to

Kunming

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Mon 5/12

12:00 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 5/27

10:05 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops32h 10m

$941

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Mon 5/12

12:00 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 5/27

5:40 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$1,026

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Thu 6/12

12:35 am-2:00 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 6/20

10:45 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop36h 55m

$1,384

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Thu 7/10

6:50 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops29h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 7/29

12:50 pm-10:30 am

1 stop36h 40m

$1,602

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Fri 6/13

11:30 am-2:00 am

1 stop23h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 6/19

3:00 am-9:40 am

1 stop21h 40m

$2,740

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Fri 6/6

10:40 am-1:50 am

1 stop24h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 6/22

7:00 am-2:20 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$5,447

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sat 8/9

1:10 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$498

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sat 8/9

8:24 am-10:10 pm

2 stops22h 46m

$582

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sat 8/9

8:24 am-2:50 pm

3 stops39h 26m

$764

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sat 5/10

1:00 pm-6:40 pm

3 stops38h 40m

$975

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Deals found on 4/30

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to Kunming

How far ahead should I book a flight from Salinas to Kunming?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Kunming. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Salinas to Kunming, you should look to book at least 80 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from S9N to KMG?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 May 1, 2025.

When flying from Salinas to Kunming, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 0.4 - 7.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Kunming when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

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 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,068 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,068 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,068 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
China Eastern
7.1
Good
148 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,068 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

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.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Korean Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $498. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Eastern 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$773Average$1,255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air ChinaCheapest$847Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$1,165Average$1,672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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