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$581+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Kunming (KMG)

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WAS — KMG
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,195
(Expedia)

One-way from

$581
(Kiwi.com)
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Kunming Changshui
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Kunming
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Kunming. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 20, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/178:59 amDCA - KMG
2 stops37h 41mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/247:25 amKMG - DCA
2 stops49h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$1,195
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2610:10 pmIAD - KMG
2 stops39h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/210:20 pmKMG - IAD
2 stops35h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$1,216
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2611:00 pmIAD - KMG
1 stop28h 45mAir China
Tue 9/25:05 pmKMG - IAD
2 stops48h 19mAir China
Deal found 8/18$1,243
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/18:59 amDCA - KMG
2 stops37h 41mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/111:15 pmKMG - DCA
2 stops43h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$1,371
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/265:45 amBWI - KMG
2 stops29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/212:10 pmKMG - BWI
2 stops30h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$1,413
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 10/99:00 amBWI - KMG
2 stops25h 10mKorean Air
Fri 10/2411:30 pmKMG - BWI
2 stops29h 56mKorean Air
Deal found 8/19$1,451
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Wed 10/15:50 pmIAD - KMG
3 stops36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/117:00 amKMG - IAD
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$1,599
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/912:45 pmIAD - KMG
2 stops37h 15mAir China
Fri 10/243:15 pmKMG - IAD
2 stops27h 54mAir China
Deal found 8/19$1,846
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/95:20 pmDCA - KMG
2 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/2410:20 pmKMG - DCA
2 stops45h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/20$1,859
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 10/112:08 pmIAD - KMG
3 stops38h 47mChina Eastern
Sat 10/118:15 amKMG - IAD
3 stops47h 03mChina Eastern
Deal found 8/18$1,882
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/268:40 pmDCA - KMG
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/22:40 pmKMG - DCA
2 stops30h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$3,239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/267:00 amDCA - KMG
2 stops30h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/211:30 amKMG - DCA
2 stops41h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$3,553

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Kunming that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Kunming

DCA - KMG

DCAKMG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/17

8:59 am-10:40 am

2 stops37h 41m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 9/24

7:25 am-8:59 pm

2 stops49h 34m

$1,195

Washington, D.C.Kunming

IAD - KMG

IADKMG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/1

6:30 am-1:50 am

2 stops31h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 10/11

11:30 am-5:38 am

2 stops54h 08m

$1,243

Washington, D.C.Kunming

DCA - KMG

DCAKMG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/1

8:59 am-10:40 am

2 stops37h 41m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 10/11

1:15 pm-9:14 pm

2 stops43h 59m

$1,371

BaltimoreKunming

BWI - KMG

BWIKMG

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 10/9

9:00 am-10:10 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 10/24

11:30 pm-5:26 pm

2 stops29h 56m

$1,451

Washington, D.C.Kunming

IAD - KMG

IADKMG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/1

5:50 pm-6:00 pm

3 stops36h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 10/11

7:00 am-9:10 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$1,599

Washington, D.C.Kunming

IAD - KMG

IADKMG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/9

12:45 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops37h 15m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 10/24

3:15 pm-7:09 am

2 stops27h 54m

$1,846

Washington, D.C.Kunming

DCA - KMG

DCAKMG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 10/9

5:20 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops32h 40m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 10/24

10:20 pm-7:50 am

2 stops45h 30m

$1,859

Washington, D.C.Kunming

IAD - KMG

IADKMG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/1

12:08 pm-12:25 am

2 stops24h 17m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 10/11

4:20 pm-7:18 pm

3 stops38h 58m

$1,882

BaltimoreKunming

BWI - KMG

BWIKMG

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 10/1

6:45 am-9:15 pm

2 stops26h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 10/11

11:30 am-5:50 am

2 stops30h 20m

$3,625

Washington, D.C.Kunming

IAD - KMG

IADKMG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/9

1:15 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop20h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 10/24

11:30 pm-10:55 am

1 stop23h 25m

$4,085

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from WAS to KMG?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 August 20, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kunming in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% on the cost of your flight, compared to 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 August 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air China from Washington, D.C. to Kunming have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air China
7.3
Good
95 reviews

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.1

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Vanina,Jun 2025

LHR - PEK

Very good but something happened with my flight # my booking had a 22.40 departure only to find out when check in that I was booked on the 20.40 flight so I had to run through a short connection. Never k we why this happened.
Air China
7.3
Good
95 reviews
Air China
7.3
Good
95 reviews

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.1

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Vanina,Jun 2025

LHR - PEK

Very good but something happened with my flight # my booking had a 22.40 departure only to find out when check in that I was booked on the 20.40 flight so I had to run through a short connection. Never k we why this happened.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Located just 14.8 mi from the city center, Kunming Changshui is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Kunming from Washington, D.C.. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Kunming Changshui (KMG) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Washington, D.C. from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Kunming?

    A quick flight from Washington, D.C. to Kunming can take about 24h 17m. Air China provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,882. Washington, D.C. and Kunming are separated by a distance of 8006 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kunming round-trip?

    Air China, at $1,074, was found to be the cheapest airline from Washington, D.C. to Kunming..

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Kunming?

    The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Kunming is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Kunming Changshui. You may also consider Baltimore/Washington - Kunming Changshui or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Kunming Changshui.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kunming that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Kunming?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Kunming?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 airline flying from Washington, D.C. to Kunming

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$1,074Average$1,641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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