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$391+ 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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — KMG
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$797
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$391
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,530
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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 July 3, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Tue 7/2212:35 amSFO - KMG
1 stop26h 00mChina Southern
Wed 7/306:40 pmKMG - SFO
2 stops40h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 7/3$797
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/212:50 pmSFO - KMG
1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/235:40 pmKMG - SFO
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,009
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Wed 9/171:00 pmSFO - KMG
1 stop21h 50mAir China
Tue 9/3010:20 pmKMG - SFO
1 stop27h 10mAir China
Deal found 7/2$1,169
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Wed 9/178:55 amSFO - KMG
3 stops38h 55mChina Eastern
Tue 9/3010:20 pmKMG - SFO
2 stops49h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/2$1,214
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Fri 8/1511:30 amSFO - KMG
1 stop23h 30mSingapore Airlines
Thu 8/213:00 amKMG - SFO
1 stop21h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,746

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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

Tue 7/22

12:35 am-5:35 pm

1 stop26h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 7/30

6:40 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops40h 50m

$797

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Tue 9/2

12:50 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 9/23

5:40 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$1,009

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Wed 9/17

1:00 pm-1:50 am

1 stop21h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 9/30

10:20 pm-10:30 am

1 stop27h 10m

$1,169

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Wed 9/17

8:55 am-2:50 pm

3 stops38h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 9/30

10:20 pm-9:05 am

2 stops49h 45m

$1,214

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Fri 8/15

11:30 am-2:00 am

1 stop23h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 8/21

3:00 am-9:40 am

1 stop21h 40m

$1,746

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Wed 9/3

1:00 pm-10:25 am

1 stop30h 25m

$391

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Wed 8/6

6:50 pm-10:40 am

2 stops24h 50m

$544

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Wed 7/9

11:30 pm-12:20 am

2 stops33h 50m

$561

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Wed 9/3

8:55 am-5:05 pm

3 stops41h 10m

$570

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Wed 7/9

10:40 am-9:10 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$899

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Deals found on 7/3

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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 July 3, 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.

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 July 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, China Southern, and United Airlines 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,320 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,320 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,320 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
China Southern
7.6
Good
100 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,320 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,320 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Air China
7.2
Good
92 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,320 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
China Eastern
7.1
Good
152 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,320 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

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 $797 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air China and China Eastern, starting at $1,169 and $1,214 round-trip. These flights start at 40% 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 Air China, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $391. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Southern and China Eastern, 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$773Average$1,236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air ChinaCheapest$847Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$921Average$1,416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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