$422+ 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 11/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — KMG
Sep 13 — Sep 201
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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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 August 14, 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 August 14, 2026.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Mon 9/712:35 am -
1 stop18h 05m
Mon 9/2110:45 am -
1 stop24h 55m
Deal found 8/10![China Southern logo]()
$794
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 8/3112:35 am -
2 stops27h 15m
Wed 11/48:15 pm -
2 stops39h 25m
Deal found 8/12![China Southern logo]()
$798
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Thu 9/312:00 pm -
1 stop21h 50m
Mon 10/197:30 am -
1 stop16h 35m
Deal found 8/14![China Eastern logo]()
$811
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/26:56 pm -
2 stops36h 29m
Fri 9/1111:50 am -
2 stops36h 15m
Deal found 8/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$830
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/312:50 pm -
1 stop18h 20m
Mon 9/2811:30 pm -
1 stop26h 10m
Deal found 8/13![Korean Air logo]()
$846
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 11/1211:35 pm -
2 stops31h 55m
Wed 11/188:15 pm -
2 stops39h 25m
Deal found 8/10![China Southern logo]()
$853
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/112:50 pm -
1 stop18h 20m
Mon 10/511:30 pm -
1 stop26h 10m
Deal found 8/11![Korean Air logo]()
$884
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 9/112:35 am -
1 stop25h 55m
Fri 9/1110:35 pm -
1 stop37h 05m
Deal found 8/10![China Southern logo]()
$885
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2812:00 pm -
2 stops20h 20m
Thu 10/297:10 am -
1 stop17h 50m
Deal found 8/12![China Eastern logo]()
$888
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 August 14, 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 August 14, 2026.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Mon 9/712:35 am -
1 stop18h 05m
Mon 9/2110:45 am -
1 stop24h 55m
Deal found 8/10![China Southern logo]()
$794
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/23:51 pm -
2 stops39h 34m
Fri 9/1110:05 pm -
1 stop26h 00m
Deal found 8/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$830
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/312:50 pm -
1 stop18h 20m
Mon 9/2811:30 pm -
1 stop26h 10m
Deal found 8/13![Korean Air logo]()
$846
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Thu 9/312:00 pm -
1 stop21h 50m
Mon 10/197:30 am -
1 stop16h 35m
Deal found 8/11![China Eastern logo]()
$868
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 8/3112:35 am -
1 stop26h 00m
Wed 11/48:15 pm -
2 stops39h 25m
Deal found 8/12![China Southern logo]()
$798
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/112:50 pm -
1 stop18h 20m
Mon 10/511:30 pm -
1 stop26h 10m
Deal found 8/10![Korean Air logo]()
$884
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 11/1211:35 pm -
1 stop32h 00m
Wed 11/188:15 pm -
2 stops39h 25m
Deal found 8/10![China Southern logo]()
$853
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1211:40 am -
1 stop19h 05m
Mon 11/1611:55 pm -
1 stop25h 35m
Deal found 8/13![Korean Air logo]()
$884
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to KunmingDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Kunming. Data last updated August 14, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Kunming. Data last updated August 14, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 8/3112:35 am -
2 stops27h 15m
Wed 11/48:15 pm -
2 stops39h 25m
Deal found 8/12![China Southern logo]()
$798
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 9/112:35 am -
1 stop25h 55m
Fri 9/1110:35 pm -
1 stop37h 05m
Deal found 8/10![China Southern logo]()
$885
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/26:56 pm -
2 stops36h 29m
Fri 9/1111:50 am -
2 stops36h 15m
Deal found 8/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$830
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Wed 9/29:30 am -
3 stops44h 35m
Fri 9/114:05 pm -
2 stops32h 00m
Deal found 8/14![China Eastern logo]()
$894
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Thu 9/312:00 pm -
1 stop21h 50m
Mon 10/197:30 am -
1 stop16h 35m
Deal found 8/14![China Eastern logo]()
$811
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/312:50 pm -
1 stop18h 20m
Mon 9/2811:30 pm -
1 stop26h 10m
Deal found 8/13![Korean Air logo]()
$846
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Mon 9/712:35 am -
1 stop18h 05m
Mon 9/2110:45 am -
1 stop24h 55m
Deal found 8/10![China Southern logo]()
$794
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2812:00 pm -
2 stops20h 20m
Thu 10/297:10 am -
1 stop17h 50m
Deal found 8/12![China Eastern logo]()
$888
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 August 14, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Kunming. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 14, 2026.
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/14:10 pm -
2 stops26h 45m
Deal found 8/14![XiamenAir logo]()
$422
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 11/1211:35 pm -
2 stops26h 00m
Deal found 8/10![China Southern logo]()
$456
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/312:00 pm -
1 stop19h 25m
Deal found 8/11![China Eastern logo]()
$472
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Mon 10/1212:35 am -
1 stop22h 25m
Deal found 8/9![China Southern logo]()
$474
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Thu 10/1512:35 am -
1 stop25h 00m
Deal found 8/9![China Southern logo]()
$479
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Thu 11/1912:23 pm -
2 stops40h 42m
Deal found 8/11![Air China logo]()
$550
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1911:35 pm -
1 stop20h 05m
Deal found 8/11![China Southern logo]()
$577
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 August 14, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $794 (oojo) |
One-way from | $422 (KAYAK) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $825 |
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 August 14, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Kunming that are best for you.
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Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoKunming
SFO San Francisco - KMG Kunming Changshui
SFOKMG
San Francisco
Mon 9/7
12:35 am-9:40 am
1 stop18h 05m
Kunming Changshui
Mon 9/21
10:45 am-8:40 pm
1 stop24h 55m
$794
San FranciscoKunming
SFO San Francisco - KMG Kunming Changshui
SFOKMG
San Francisco
Mon 8/31
12:35 am-5:35 pm
1 stop26h 00m
Kunming Changshui
Wed 11/4
8:15 pm-7:40 pm
2 stops39h 25m
$798
San FranciscoKunming
SFO San Francisco - KMG Kunming Changshui
SFOKMG
San Francisco
Wed 9/2
3:51 pm-10:25 pm
2 stops39h 34m
Kunming Changshui
Fri 9/11
10:05 pm-9:05 am
1 stop26h 00m
$830
San FranciscoKunming
SFO San Francisco - KMG Kunming Changshui
SFOKMG
San Francisco
Thu 9/3
12:50 pm-10:10 pm
1 stop18h 20m
Kunming Changshui
Mon 9/28
11:30 pm-10:40 am
1 stop26h 10m
$846
San FranciscoKunming
SFO San Francisco - KMG Kunming Changshui
SFOKMG
San Francisco
Thu 11/12
11:35 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop32h 00m
Kunming Changshui
Wed 11/18
8:15 pm-7:40 pm
2 stops39h 25m
$853
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoKunming
SFO San Francisco - KMG Kunming Changshui
SFOKMG
San Francisco
Thu 9/3
12:00 pm-12:50 am
1 stop21h 50m
Kunming Changshui
Mon 10/19
7:30 am-9:05 am
1 stop16h 35m
$868
San FranciscoKunming
SFO San Francisco - KMG Kunming Changshui
SFOKMG
San Francisco
Thu 10/1
12:50 pm-10:10 pm
1 stop18h 20m
Kunming Changshui
Mon 10/5
11:30 pm-10:40 am
1 stop26h 10m
$884
San FranciscoKunming
SFO San Francisco - KMG Kunming Changshui
SFOKMG
San Francisco
Thu 11/12
11:40 am-10:45 pm
1 stop19h 05m
Kunming Changshui
Mon 11/16
11:55 pm-9:30 am
1 stop25h 35m
$884
Cheapest one-way
San FranciscoKunming
SFO San Francisco - KMG Kunming Changshui
SFOKMG
San Francisco
Thu 11/12
11:35 pm-5:35 pm
2 stops26h 00m
$456
Quickest one-way
San FranciscoKunming
SFO San Francisco - KMG Kunming Changshui
SFOKMG
San Francisco
Thu 9/3
12:00 pm-11:20 pm
2 stops20h 20m
$472
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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 August.
| 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 |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Kunming flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Kunming flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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.
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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 August 14, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Korean Air,China Southern, andAir China 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.
Comfort
8.3
Crew
8.7
Food
8.1
Boarding
8.5
Entertainment
8.2
Overall
8.4
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,Jul 2026
LAX - BKK
Comfort
8.3
Crew
8.7
Food
8.1
Boarding
8.5
Entertainment
8.2
Overall
8.4
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,Jul 2026
LAX - BKK
Comfort
8.3
Crew
8.7
Food
8.1
Boarding
8.5
Entertainment
8.2
Overall
8.4
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,Jul 2026
LAX - BKK
Comfort
8.3
Crew
8.7
Food
8.1
Boarding
8.5
Entertainment
8.2
Overall
8.4
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,Jul 2026
LAX - BKK
Comfort
8.3
Crew
8.7
Food
8.1
Boarding
8.5
Entertainment
8.2
Overall
8.4
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,Jul 2026
LAX - BKK
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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 14, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$437 | Average$798 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$625 | Average$1,323 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$728 | Average$957 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$734 | Average$865 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% |