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$1,255+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Kunming (KMG)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — KMG
Mar 6 — Mar 131
Fri 3/6
Fri 3/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Kunming

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 February 4, 2026.

This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 3/198:46 am
IAD
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KMG
2 stops48h 19m
Air China
Mon 3/231:00 pm
KMG
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IAD
2 stops30h 29m
Air China
Deal found 2/1$1,255
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/38:05 pm
IAD
-
KMG
2 stops29h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/213:20 pm
KMG
-
IAD
2 stops29h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$1,295
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/38:05 pm
IAD
-
KMG
2 stops29h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/263:20 pm
KMG
-
IAD
2 stops29h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$1,365
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Tue 3/310:00 pm
IAD
-
KMG
1 stop24h 40m
Air China
Tue 4/217:00 am
KMG
-
IAD
1 stop24h 30m
Air China
Deal found 2/1$1,398
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Fri 3/610:00 pm
IAD
-
KMG
2 stops32h 15m
Air China
Tue 5/267:00 am
KMG
-
IAD
1 stop24h 30m
Air China
Deal found 2/1$1,409
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 3/310:00 pm
IAD
-
KMG
1 stop31h 05m
Air China
Tue 5/2610:20 pm
KMG
-
IAD
2 stops38h 57m
Air China
Deal found 2/1$1,423
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/193:35 pm
IAD
-
KMG
2 stops35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 3/237:30 pm
KMG
-
IAD
2 stops50h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/3$1,430
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/268:20 pm
IAD
-
KMG
2 stops29h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/103:20 pm
KMG
-
IAD
2 stops29h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,448
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Fri 2/610:20 pm
IAD
-
KMG
2 stops46h 55m
Air China
Tue 2/1010:10 pm
KMG
-
IAD
2 stops34h 25m
Air China
Deal found 2/1$1,464
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/36:45 pm
DCA
-
KMG
3 stops53h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/268:55 pm
KMG
-
DCA
2 stops49h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$1,544
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Fri 3/64:59 pm
DCA
-
KMG
2 stops29h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/2610:20 pm
KMG
-
DCA
2 stops45h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$1,725
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Sun 4/266:00 am
DCA
-
KMG
2 stops44h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/1012:50 pm
KMG
-
DCA
2 stops46h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,731

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Kunming

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 February 4, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,255
(Air China)

Popular in

June

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August

Average price

$1,540
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From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Kunming Changshui
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($301 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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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 February 4, 2026.
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

IAD - KMG

IADKMG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/3

8:05 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops29h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 4/21

3:20 pm-8:40 am

2 stops29h 20m

$1,295

Washington, D.C.Kunming

IAD - KMG

IADKMG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/3

8:05 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops29h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 5/26

3:20 pm-8:40 am

2 stops29h 20m

$1,365

Washington, D.C.Kunming

IAD - KMG

IADKMG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/3

10:00 pm-1:00 am

1 stop38h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 5/26

7:00 am-7:30 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$1,398

Washington, D.C.Kunming

IAD - KMG

IADKMG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 3/6

10:00 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops32h 15m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 5/26

7:00 am-7:30 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$1,409

Washington, D.C.Kunming

IAD - KMG

IADKMG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/19

3:35 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops35h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 3/23

7:30 pm-10:05 am

2 stops50h 35m

$1,430

Washington, D.C.Kunming

IAD - KMG

IADKMG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/26

8:20 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops29h 40m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 5/10

3:20 pm-8:40 am

2 stops29h 20m

$1,448

Washington, D.C.Kunming

IAD - KMG

IADKMG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/19

8:46 am-3:10 pm

2 stops42h 24m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 3/23

1:00 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop42h 30m

$1,477

Washington, D.C.Kunming

IAD - KMG

IADKMG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/21

3:35 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops40h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 3/28

7:00 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops32h 40m

$1,498

Washington, D.C.Kunming

DCA - KMG

DCAKMG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/3

6:45 pm-12:50 pm

3 stops53h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 5/26

8:55 pm-10:38 am

2 stops49h 43m

$1,544

Washington, D.C.Kunming

DCA - KMG

DCAKMG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 3/6

4:59 pm-11:40 am

2 stops29h 41m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 5/26

10:20 pm-7:59 am

2 stops45h 39m

$1,725

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  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C.-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 February 4, 2026.
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
7.2
Good
138 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.2

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.3

Comfort

7.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 5
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BKK - TFU

It would be nice to have backseat TV or complimentary Wi-Fi.
Air China
7.2
Good
138 reviews
Air China
7.2
Good
138 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.2

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.3

Comfort

7.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 5
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BKK - TFU

It would be nice to have backseat TV or complimentary Wi-Fi.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 28h 45m. Air China provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,223. Washington, D.C. and Kunming are separated by a distance of 7990 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.. Air China is currently priced 25% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Kunming Changshui or Baltimore/Washington - 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$1,843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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