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$408+ Cheap flights from the United States 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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — KMG
Mar 16 — Mar 231
Mon 3/16
Mon 3/23
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Kunming. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 14, 2026.

This Sichuan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 Sichuan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/209:30 pm
LAX
-
KMG
2 stops32h 55m
Sichuan Airlines
Fri 11/2712:00 pm
KMG
-
LAX
1 stop23h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 2/13$665
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/3111:55 pm
LAX
-
KMG
1 stop27h 55m
XiamenAir
Tue 4/73:45 pm
KMG
-
LAX
1 stop19h 15m
XiamenAir
Deal found 2/13$699
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/1610:00 pm
LAX
-
KMG
1 stop21h 55m
China Southern
Tue 3/310:25 pm
KMG
-
LAX
1 stop36h 05m
China Southern
Deal found 2/11$707
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
Sun 4/1912:40 pm
SFO
-
KMG
1 stop18h 30m
Korean Air
Sun 5/1711:30 pm
KMG
-
SFO
1 stop26h 10m
Korean Air
Deal found 2/13$736
This Sichuan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Sichuan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/511:15 pm
LAX
-
KMG
1 stop32h 00m
Sichuan Airlines
Tue 4/147:45 am
KMG
-
LAX
1 stop27h 45m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 2/11$744
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/211:35 pm
SFO
-
KMG
1 stop30h 05m
China Southern
Thu 3/261:00 pm
KMG
-
SFO
1 stop22h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 2/13$744
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/711:55 pm
LAX
-
KMG
1 stop23h 45m
XiamenAir
Sun 4/193:45 pm
KMG
-
LAX
1 stop19h 15m
XiamenAir
Deal found 2/14$746
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1012:30 pm
LAX
-
KMG
1 stop19h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/186:10 pm
KMG
-
LAX
2 stops30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14$767
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Mon 3/211:35 pm
SFO
-
KMG
2 stops27h 25m
China Southern
Mon 3/233:00 pm
KMG
-
SFO
2 stops20h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 2/11$775
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/511:35 pm
SFO
-
KMG
1 stop20h 05m
China Southern
Thu 3/266:30 pm
KMG
-
SFO
1 stop17h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 2/11$778
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Tue 3/3111:55 pm
LAX
-
KMG
1 stop27h 55m
XiamenAir
Wed 4/158:00 pm
KMG
-
LAX
1 stop39h 00m
XiamenAir
Deal found 2/11$788
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1812:35 am
SFO
-
KMG
2 stops29h 10m
China Southern
Sun 5/179:30 pm
KMG
-
SFO
2 stops38h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 2/13$796

Find flight deals from USA to Kunming

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Kunming flight deals. Data was last updated February 14, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$699
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$408
(Trip.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,474
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Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 February 14, 2026.
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San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

12:40 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 5/17

11:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop26h 10m

$736

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Sun 4/5

11:15 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop32h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 4/14

7:45 am-8:30 pm

1 stop27h 45m

$744

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

11:35 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops26h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 3/25

10:45 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop36h 55m

$744

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

11:35 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop22h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 3/23

5:30 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$744

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Tue 4/7

11:55 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop27h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 4/19

3:45 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$746

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

11:35 pm-11:40 am

1 stop20h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 3/26

6:30 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$775

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Thu 3/5

11:35 pm-11:40 am

1 stop20h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 3/22

10:45 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop36h 55m

$779

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

11:35 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop32h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 3/22

10:45 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop36h 55m

$779

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Tue 3/31

11:55 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop27h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 4/14

3:45 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$788

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Sun 3/8

11:45 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop28h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 3/11

7:35 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops39h 25m

$806

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from USA to Kunming?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Kunming (average of $527). Flying from USA to Kunming in June is currently the most expensive (average of $991). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Ramsey Qubein

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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 February 14, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from the United States to Kunming, such as Korean Air, Sichuan Airlines, and China Southern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,191 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

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
1,191 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,191 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

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.
Sichuan Airlines
7.8
Good
32 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,191 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

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
7.3
Good
137 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,191 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

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
192 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,191 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

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.
Air China
7.2
Good
139 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,191 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

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 USA to Kunming. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kunming from United States?

    If you book a flight to Kunming from United States, you will be flying to Kunming Changshui, which is the city’s only airport. Kunming Changshui (KMG) is located 14.8 mi from the center of Kunming.

  • How long is the flight from USA to Kunming?

    Korean Air, Sichuan Airlines, and China Southern can get you from USA to Kunming in just under 18h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 13h 30m. The distance from USA to Kunming is about 7195 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $327 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Sichuan Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air China and XiamenAir, with prices starting from $345 and $360, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from USA to Kunming?

    The most popular route from USA to Kunming is New York John F Kennedy Intl - Kunming Changshui. You may also consider Newark - Kunming Changshui or Los Angeles - Kunming Changshui.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from USA to Kunming?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from USA to Kunming?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Kunming (average of $527). Flying from USA to Kunming in June is currently the most expensive (average of $991). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from USA to Kunming

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 February 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$553Average$711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
China EasternCheapest$601Average$992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
China SouthernCheapest$730Average$1,018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air ChinaCheapest$739Average$1,289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Korean AirCheapest$754Average$1,305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,720Average$2,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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