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$469+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 7/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — KMG
Jun 20 — Jun 271
Fri 6/20
Fri 6/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 June 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$829
(oojo)

One-way from

$469
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,706
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Kunming
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 June 15, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/1012:35 amSFO - KMG
1 stop32h 20mChina Southern
Sat 8/232:40 pmKMG - SFO
1 stop21h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 6/14$829
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Tue 11/1811:40 amSFO - KMG
1 stop19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/301:30 pmKMG - SFO
2 stops46h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$956
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 8/258:55 amSFO - KMG
3 stops41h 10mChina Eastern
Tue 9/27:10 amKMG - SFO
2 stops22h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/12$969
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 12/611:05 amSFO - KMG
1 stop31h 25mAir China
Thu 12/1110:10 pmKMG - SFO
2 stops51h 40mAir China
Deal found 6/14$1,038
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 7/1110:15 amSFO - KMG
1 stop24h 45mSingapore Airlines
Sun 8/33:00 amKMG - SFO
1 stop32h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/14$2,664

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Kunming that are best for you.

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San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Thu 7/10

12:35 am-11:55 pm

1 stop32h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 8/23

2:40 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop21h 00m

$829

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Tue 11/18

11:40 am-10:45 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 11/30

1:30 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops46h 45m

$956

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Mon 8/25

8:55 am-5:05 pm

3 stops41h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 9/2

7:10 am-2:50 pm

2 stops22h 40m

$969

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sat 12/6

11:05 am-10:30 am

1 stop31h 25m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 12/11

10:10 pm-9:50 am

2 stops51h 40m

$1,038

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Fri 7/11

10:15 am-2:00 am

1 stop24h 45m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 8/3

3:00 am-8:15 pm

1 stop32h 15m

$2,664

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Thu 7/10

12:35 am-9:40 pm

2 stops30h 05m

$469

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sat 8/9

1:10 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$470

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Wed 7/9

11:30 pm-4:55 pm

3 stops50h 25m

$503

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sat 8/9

1:00 pm-10:15 am

2 stops30h 15m

$535

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Tue 12/9

6:00 am-3:15 pm

3 stops41h 15m

$811

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Kunming

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Kunming

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 June 15, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Kunming at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 26% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 June 15, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Kunming, see what other customers have to say about Korean Air, China Southern and United Airlines. 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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,091 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

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
1,091 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,091 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

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 Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,091 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,793 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,091 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

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
7.2
Good
151 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,091 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

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 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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Kunming round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Kunming is China Southern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $829 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are China Eastern and Air China, starting at $969 and $1,237 round-trip. These flights start at 39% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is China Southern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $469. However, be on the lookout for offers from Korean Air and Air China, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Kunming for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Kunming?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Kunming

Discover the top 3 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$773Average$1,233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air ChinaCheapest$847Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$894Average$1,669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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