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$467+ Cheap flights from the United States to Kunming (KMG)

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LAX — KMG
Jun 15 — Jun 221
Mon 6/15
Mon 6/22
1 adult, Economy
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This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 9/312:50 pm
SFO
-
KMG
1 stop18h 20m
Korean Air
Mon 10/1911:30 pm
KMG
-
SFO
1 stop26h 10m
Korean Air
Deal found 5/13$746
This Sichuan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 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 11/277:45 am
KMG
-
LAX
1 stop27h 45m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 5/12$750
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Sat 8/1512:35 am
SFO
-
KMG
1 stop20h 35m
China Southern
Mon 8/241:15 pm
KMG
-
SFO
2 stops22h 25m
China Southern
Deal found 5/12$812
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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
SFO
-
KMG
1 stop21h 45m
China Southern
Fri 9/1110:35 pm
KMG
-
SFO
1 stop37h 05m
China Southern
Deal found 5/15$813
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 10/2612:30 pm
LAX
-
KMG
1 stop39h 15m
China Eastern
Mon 11/231:10 pm
KMG
-
LAX
1 stop35h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 5/15$835
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2612:30 pm
LAX
-
KMG
1 stop32h 10m
China Eastern
Thu 11/198:30 pm
KMG
-
LAX
1 stop28h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 5/12$849
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 10/186:05 am
SFO
-
KMG
2 stops25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/811:55 pm
KMG
-
SFO
1 stop25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16$850
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3012:30 pm
LAX
-
KMG
1 stop39h 15m
China Eastern
Tue 11/310:45 am
KMG
-
LAX
1 stop38h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 5/12$892
This Sichuan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Sichuan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3010:30 pm
LAX
-
KMG
2 stops32h 55m
Sichuan Airlines
Tue 11/312:00 pm
KMG
-
LAX
1 stop23h 30m
Sichuan Airlines
Deal found 5/12$899
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 9/712:35 am
SFO
-
KMG
2 stops24h 35m
China Southern
Mon 10/2611:50 am
KMG
-
SFO
2 stops23h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 5/15$900
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2611:50 pm
LAX
-
KMG
1 stop22h 30m
China Southern
Wed 9/91:15 pm
KMG
-
LAX
1 stop21h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 5/14$932
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 9/312:50 pm
SFO
-
KMG
1 stop18h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/2611:55 pm
KMG
-
SFO
2 stops30h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$936

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 May 16, 2026.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$746
(Korean Air)

One-way from

$467
(FlightHub)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,309
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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 May 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Kunming that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Thu 9/3

12:50 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 10/19

11:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop26h 10m

$746
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Thu 9/3

12:50 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 10/26

11:55 pm-10:30 am

1 stop25h 35m

$746

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Thu 11/5

11:40 am-10:45 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 11/9

11:55 pm-9:30 am

1 stop25h 35m

$746

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sun 10/18

6:05 am-10:10 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 11/8

11:55 pm-9:30 am

1 stop25h 35m

$850

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Fri 10/30

12:30 pm-11:40 am

1 stop32h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 11/3

4:20 pm-9:05 am

2 stops32h 45m

$892

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Fri 10/30

10:30 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops32h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 11/3

12:00 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$899

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Tue 10/20

12:50 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 11/8

11:55 pm-5:49 pm

2 stops33h 54m

$936

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Thu 9/3

12:50 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 10/26

11:55 pm-3:08 pm

2 stops30h 13m

$936

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sat 10/17

6:05 am-10:10 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 10/30

11:55 pm-10:30 am

1 stop25h 35m

$1,001

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sun 11/1

7:00 am-6:50 pm

2 stops43h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 11/5

10:05 pm-5:49 pm

2 stops35h 44m

$1,124

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Kunming (average of $417). Flying from USA to Kunming in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,037). 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.

The best insider tips for theUnited States to Kunming flights

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on Air China

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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John Walton

Expert on China Eastern

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Expert on China Southern

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.

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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 May 16, 2026.
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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,217 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

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
1,217 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,217 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

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
7.9
Good
33 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,217 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

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
7.5
Good
151 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,217 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

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
7.3
Good
211 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,217 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

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
7.3
Good
150 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,217 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

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, China Eastern, and Sichuan Airlines can get you from USA to Kunming in just under 18h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h 35m. 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?

    $345 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air China. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Eastern and XiamenAir, with prices starting from $366 and $372, 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 San Francisco - Kunming Changshui or Boston Logan Intl - 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 $417). Flying from USA to Kunming in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,037). 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 May 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$618Average$1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
China EasternCheapest$625Average$1,172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
XiamenAirCheapest$644Average$1,537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
Air ChinaCheapest$684Average$1,209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Korean AirCheapest$734Average$1,138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
China SouthernCheapest$738Average$1,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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