$496+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Kunming (KMG)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — KMG
Nov 22 — Nov 291
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals
Find cheap flights from San Francisco to Kunming with Cheapflights
1. Tell us where you want to go
Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”2. Select your favorite providers
We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.3. Compare prices and book
Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Kunming
Cheapest
Best
Last-minute
One-way
Cheapest flights from San Francisco to KunmingExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Kunming. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 23, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Kunming. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 23, 2026.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/58:26 pm -
3 stops46h 29m
Sat 12/121:00 pm -
2 stops26h 01m
Deal found 10/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$971
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/227:00 am -
2 stops26h 00m
Mon 11/301:30 pm -
2 stops60h 00m
Deal found 10/22![Air China logo]()
$1,189
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Sun 11/227:20 am -
2 stops25h 35m
Mon 11/308:00 pm -
2 stops34h 09m
Deal found 10/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,207
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/157:00 am -
2 stops36h 40m
Thu 11/196:30 am -
2 stops41h 00m
Deal found 10/20![Air China logo]()
$1,300
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/207:20 am -
2 stops25h 35m
Mon 11/306:10 pm -
3 stops39h 00m
Deal found 10/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,339
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sun 11/227:20 am -
2 stops25h 35m
Sun 11/296:10 pm -
3 stops36h 47m
Deal found 10/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,365
Best flights from San Francisco to KunmingDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Kunming that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 23, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Kunming that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 23, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Sun 4/118:00 am -
2 stops26h 15m
Sat 4/246:55 am -
1 stop17h 10m
Deal found 10/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$970
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/1111:35 pm -
2 stops25h 55m
Sun 1/3110:35 pm -
2 stops37h 05m
Deal found 10/21![China Southern logo]()
$1,091
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/912:00 pm -
1 stop21h 00m
Sat 1/306:30 am -
1 stop19h 00m
Deal found 10/18![Air China logo]()
$1,096
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sat 4/108:00 am -
2 stops23h 45m
Sat 4/246:55 am -
1 stop17h 10m
Deal found 10/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,009
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/912:00 pm -
1 stop35h 10m
Sat 1/308:15 pm -
2 stops34h 30m
Deal found 10/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,106
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/157:00 am -
2 stops36h 40m
Thu 11/196:30 am -
2 stops41h 00m
Deal found 10/20![Air China logo]()
$1,300
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/511:35 pm -
1 stop24h 35m
Sat 12/126:30 am -
1 stop19h 00m
Deal found 10/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,110
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to KunmingDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Kunming. Data last updated October 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Kunming. Data last updated October 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/157:00 am -
2 stops36h 40m
Thu 11/196:30 am -
2 stops41h 00m
Deal found 10/20![Air China logo]()
$1,300
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/207:20 am -
2 stops25h 35m
Mon 11/306:10 pm -
3 stops39h 00m
Deal found 10/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,339
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Fri 11/208:20 am -
2 stops24h 40m
Sun 11/296:10 pm -
3 stops36h 47m
Deal found 10/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,548
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sat 11/2111:35 pm -
1 stop24h 35m
Sun 11/295:15 pm -
2 stops20h 44m
Deal found 10/22![China Southern logo]()
$1,578
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/227:00 am -
2 stops26h 00m
Mon 11/301:30 pm -
2 stops60h 00m
Deal found 10/22![Air China logo]()
$1,189
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sun 11/227:20 am -
2 stops25h 40m
Mon 11/306:10 pm -
3 stops37h 06m
Deal found 10/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,207
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sun 11/227:20 am -
2 stops25h 35m
Sun 11/298:00 pm -
2 stops34h 57m
Deal found 10/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,365
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sun 11/227:20 am -
2 stops25h 40m
Sat 11/288:05 am -
2 stops16h 55m
Deal found 10/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,428
One-way flights from San Francisco to KunmingSearch for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Kunming. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 23, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Kunming. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 23, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/293:20 pm -
2 stops54h 45m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$496
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Fri 4/168:55 am -
2 stops34h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/21![China Eastern logo]()
$514
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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.
Sat 1/3012:00 pm -
1 stop20h 55m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/18![China Eastern logo]()
$526
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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.
Mon 2/110:13 am -
2 stops35h 17m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$575
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 4/1512:35 am -
1 stop22h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/20![China Southern logo]()
$591
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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 2/111:35 pm -
1 stop24h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/18![China Southern logo]()
$592
Find flight deals from San Francisco to Kunming
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Kunming (KMG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 23, 2026.
Most accurate provider | Ovago 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Ovago 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $921 (FlightHub) |
One-way from | $496 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $746 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Kunming that are best for you.
Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoKunming
SFO San Francisco - KMG Kunming Changshui
SFOKMG
San Francisco
Fri 1/29
3:20 pm-2:05 pm
2 stops54h 45m
Kunming Changshui
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-8:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$496
San FranciscoKunming
SFO San Francisco - KMG Kunming Changshui
SFOKMG
San Francisco
Sat 1/30
3:20 pm-2:05 pm
2 stops54h 45m
Kunming Changshui
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-8:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$496
San FranciscoKunming
SFO San Francisco - KMG Kunming Changshui
SFOKMG
San Francisco
Fri 4/16
8:55 am-10:35 am
2 stops34h 40m
Kunming Changshui
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-8:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$514
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoKunming
SFO San Francisco - KMG Kunming Changshui
SFOKMG
San Francisco
Thu 4/15
12:35 am-2:00 pm
1 stop22h 25m
Kunming Changshui
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-8:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$596
San FranciscoKunming
SFO San Francisco - KMG Kunming Changshui
SFOKMG
San Francisco
Mon 2/1
11:00 pm-11:30 pm
3 stops32h 30m
Kunming Changshui
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-8:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$607
San FranciscoKunming
SFO San Francisco - KMG Kunming Changshui
SFOKMG
San Francisco
Sun 4/11
8:00 am-1:15 am
2 stops26h 15m
Kunming Changshui
Sat 4/24
6:55 am-9:05 am
1 stop17h 10m
$970
San FranciscoKunming
SFO San Francisco - KMG Kunming Changshui
SFOKMG
San Francisco
Sat 4/10
8:00 am-10:45 pm
2 stops23h 45m
Kunming Changshui
Sat 4/24
6:55 am-9:05 am
1 stop17h 10m
$1,009
San FranciscoKunming
SFO San Francisco - KMG Kunming Changshui
SFOKMG
San Francisco
Mon 1/11
11:35 pm-5:30 pm
2 stops25h 55m
Kunming Changshui
Sun 1/31
10:35 pm-7:40 pm
2 stops37h 05m
$1,091
San FranciscoKunming
SFO San Francisco - KMG Kunming Changshui
SFOKMG
San Francisco
Sat 1/9
12:00 pm-1:00 am
1 stop21h 00m
Kunming Changshui
Sat 1/30
6:30 am-9:30 am
1 stop19h 00m
$1,096
San FranciscoKunming
SFO San Francisco - KMG Kunming Changshui
SFOKMG
San Francisco
Sat 1/9
12:00 pm-3:10 pm
1 stop35h 10m
Kunming Changshui
Sat 1/30
8:15 pm-2:45 pm
2 stops34h 30m
$1,106
Showing 1-10 of 12 resultsSorted by cheapest first
Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Kunming
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Kunming in October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Kunming flights, users find the pricing of Ovago to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Ovago Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Kunming flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Ovago >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Kunming flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Kunming flights, Cheapflights users trust Ovago the most. Ovago has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Kunming flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Kunming
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kunming from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
SFO-KMG
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Kunming
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 October 23, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Korean Air,Air China, andChina Southern from San Francisco to Kunming. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.7
Entertainment
8.2
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.4
Boarding
8.5
Food
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,Jul 2026
LAX - BKK
Crew
8.7
Entertainment
8.2
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.4
Boarding
8.5
Food
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,Jul 2026
LAX - BKK
Crew
8.7
Entertainment
8.2
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.4
Boarding
8.5
Food
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,Jul 2026
LAX - BKK
Crew
8.7
Entertainment
8.2
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.4
Boarding
8.5
Food
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,Jul 2026
LAX - BKK
Crew
8.7
Entertainment
8.2
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.4
Boarding
8.5
Food
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,Jul 2026
LAX - BKK
Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Kunming. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip
Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.
Alternative routes
Complete your trip
Flights by cabin class
Other flight options
Other flights from San Francisco
Popular flights
Alternative routes for San Francisco to Kunming
See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Complete your trip
Complete your trip to Kunming by adding a car rental and/or hotel reservation to your travel itinerary.
Search flights from San Francisco to Kunming by cabin class
Find flights from San Francisco to Kunming, based on your preferred cabin class, be it economy, premium economy, business, or first class.
San Francisco and Kunming flights
Browse other San Francisco and Kunming flight options. Last updated on October 23, 2026.
Other flights from San Francisco
Browse through other flights departing from San Francisco. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on October 23, 2026.
Popular flight searches
Check out other popular destinations found by fellow travelers in 2026
Top 4 airlines flying from San Francisco to Kunming
Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 23, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$734 | Average$865 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$739 | Average$1,004 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$743 | Average$846 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$957 | Average$1,329 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% |