Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Kunming (KMG)
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The best prices from San Francisco to Kunming Changshui are usually found in November or September, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Friday
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San Francisco (SFO) to Kunming (KMG)
All the information you need to plan the best SFO to KMG flight in 2021: compare San Francisco to Kunming flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Kunming.
How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Kunming?
When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 61 days in advance, which can save you up to 36% on flights from San Francisco to Kunming compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 61 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $580. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $657.
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Kunming?
Users have found that flying from San Francisco to Kunming on a Saturday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.
When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Kunming (SFO - KMG)?
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Kunming in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 34% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Kunming?
November is one of the best times of the year to fly to Kunming from San Francisco. Prices for November average $700 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $405. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a November flight can save you 83% on your journey compared to booking in November
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Destination information for Kunming
Things to know before you go - useful duration and weather info for your trip from San Francisco to Kunming.
Today's exchange rate
$1 = ¥6.38
Average temperature for December in Kunming
60.8 °F
Avg rainfall for December in Kunming
0.8 ″
Airports servicing Kunming
Top 4 airlines flying from San Francisco to Kunming Changshui
The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from San Francisco to Kunming choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
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$381 | $748 | No cancel fee | 69% | ||
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$425 | $744 | No cancel fee | 67% | ||
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$452 | $696 | No cancel fee | 62% |
We couldn't confirm the COVID-19 safety measures taken by China Eastern. Please check directly on their website for additional information. |
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$609 | $859 | No cancel fee | 72% |