Kunming

$412+ Cheap flights from the United States to Kunming (KMG)

LAX — KMG
Dec 10 — Dec 171
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Cheapest flights from USA to Kunming

Sun 11/299:30 pm -
2 stops33h 25m
Fri 12/117:40 am -
1 stop27h 20m
Deal found 11/6$626
Sun 11/89:30 pm -
2 stops33h 25m
Tue 11/177:40 am -
1 stop27h 20m
Deal found 11/8$634
Tue 12/89:30 pm -
2 stops33h 25m
Tue 12/1512:00 pm -
1 stop23h 00m
Deal found 11/8$700
Tue 11/248:55 pm -
1 stop23h 15m
Thu 12/106:30 am -
1 stop28h 30m
Deal found 11/7$799
Mon 11/3011:30 am -
1 stop39h 55m
Wed 3/316:55 am -
1 stop18h 10m
Deal found 11/8$800
Tue 11/249:30 pm -
2 stops33h 25m
Thu 12/1012:25 pm -
1 stop22h 35m
Deal found 11/7$807
Mon 11/3011:30 am -
1 stop21h 25m
Thu 4/16:55 am -
1 stop18h 10m
Deal found 11/8$824
Sat 11/2811:30 am -
1 stop33h 25m
Tue 3/236:10 pm -
2 stops30h 55m
Deal found 11/8$829
Tue 11/2411:30 am -
2 stops39h 50m
Thu 12/106:10 pm -
2 stops30h 55m
Deal found 11/7$854
Sun 11/2911:30 am -
1 stop31h 05m
Wed 1/207:45 pm -
1 stop29h 20m
Deal found 11/6$860
Thu 12/37:09 am -
2 stops25h 46m
Wed 12/97:10 am -
2 stops24h 06m
Deal found 11/6$909
Mon 11/307:00 am -
2 stops35h 35m
Tue 3/306:55 am -
2 stops24h 59m
Deal found 11/8$920

Find flight deals from USA to Kunming

Most accurate provider

Ovago
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Ovago
3 stars

Round-trip from

$626
(Orbitz)

One-way from

$415
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,389
Provider with most accurate pricing for New York (NYC)-Kunming Changshui flight deals.
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From USA to Kunming Changshui
One-way flight from USA to Kunming Changshui
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($64 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026

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Los AngelesKunming

LAX Los Angeles - KMG Kunming Changshui

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Sun 2/28

9:30 pm-10:55 am

1 stop21h 25m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-8:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$418

San FranciscoKunming

SFO San Francisco - KMG Kunming Changshui

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sun 1/3

10:15 am-2:50 pm

2 stops36h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-8:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$444

Los AngelesKunming

LAX Los Angeles - KMG Kunming Changshui

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Thu 12/31

10:55 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop23h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-8:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$491

Los AngelesKunming

LAX Los Angeles - KMG Kunming Changshui

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Wed 11/25

11:30 am-10:35 am

1 stop31h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-8:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$496

Los AngelesKunming

LAX Los Angeles - KMG Kunming Changshui

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Fri 1/1

10:00 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops46h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-8:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$516

San FranciscoKunming

SFO San Francisco - KMG Kunming Changshui

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sun 12/6

3:20 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops39h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-8:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$516

Los AngelesKunming

LAX Los Angeles - KMG Kunming Changshui

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Fri 1/1

10:00 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop23h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-8:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$524

Los AngelesKunming

LAX Los Angeles - KMG Kunming Changshui

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Mon 4/19

11:25 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop30h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-8:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$526

Los AngelesKunming

LAX Los Angeles - KMG Kunming Changshui

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Sun 1/3

10:00 pm-12:30 am

2 stops58h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-8:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$535

Los AngelesKunming

LAX Los Angeles - KMG Kunming Changshui

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Sun 4/25

11:15 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop32h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-8:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$543

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Kunming

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Kunming (average of $843). Flying from USA to Kunming in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,406). 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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Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kunming

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

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,Jul 2026

LAX - BKK

It was all good! The crew was amazing and attentive seats were comfortable and we got to our destination right on time! A great experience overall!

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,Jul 2026

LAX - BKK

It was all good! The crew was amazing and attentive seats were comfortable and we got to our destination right on time! A great experience overall!

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,Jul 2026

LAX - BKK

It was all good! The crew was amazing and attentive seats were comfortable and we got to our destination right on time! A great experience overall!

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,Jul 2026

LAX - BKK

It was all good! The crew was amazing and attentive seats were comfortable and we got to our destination right on time! A great experience overall!

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,Jul 2026

LAX - BKK

It was all good! The crew was amazing and attentive seats were comfortable and we got to our destination right on time! A great experience overall!

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,Jul 2026

LAX - BKK

It was all good! The crew was amazing and attentive seats were comfortable and we got to our destination right on time! A great experience overall!

Related info for your journey

  • 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?

    Sichuan Airlines, China Eastern, and Korean Air can get you from USA to Kunming in just under 19h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 16h. The distance from USA to Kunming is about 7532 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?

    $348 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 XiamenAir and Air China, with prices starting from $393 and $400, respectively.

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

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Kunming (average of $843). Flying from USA to Kunming in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,406). 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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Alternative routes for USA to Kunming

Top 6 airlines flying from USA to Kunming

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$618Average$1,134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
China EasternCheapest$681Average$1,209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Korean AirCheapest$734Average$1,120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air ChinaCheapest$739Average$1,260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$743Average$1,099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
XiamenAirCheapest$875Average$1,537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%

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