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$489+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — KMG
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,367
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$489
(Mytrip)
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 July 1, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/155:45 amBWI - KMG
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/227:25 pmKMG - BWI
3 stops47h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,367
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/159:59 amDCA - KMG
2 stops38h 11mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/2210:45 amKMG - DCA
2 stops46h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,380
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Wed 8/1312:50 pmIAD - KMG
3 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/2011:30 pmKMG - IAD
3 stops33h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$1,655
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Thu 10/1612:45 pmIAD - KMG
2 stops39h 00mAir China
Thu 10/3010:10 pmKMG - IAD
2 stops44h 38mAir China
Deal found 6/29$1,778
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 10/99:25 amBWI - KMG
2 stops24h 45mKorean Air
Fri 10/2411:30 pmKMG - BWI
2 stops29h 11mKorean Air
Deal found 7/1$1,851
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Wed 8/135:00 pmDCA - KMG
2 stops41h 10mKorean Air
Wed 8/2011:30 pmKMG - DCA
2 stops30h 44mKorean Air
Deal found 6/29$2,411
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 10/91:15 pmIAD - KMG
1 stop20h 55mKorean Air
Fri 10/2411:30 pmKMG - IAD
1 stop23h 25mKorean Air
Deal found 7/1$3,027
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/156:42 amBWI - KMG
2 stops31h 08mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/227:00 amKMG - BWI
2 stops34h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$4,483

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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.

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Return

Price

BaltimoreKunming

BWI - KMG

BWIKMG

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 8/15

5:45 am-12:50 am

2 stops31h 05m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 8/22

7:25 pm-6:54 am

3 stops47h 29m

$1,367

Washington, D.C.Kunming

DCA - KMG

DCAKMG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 8/15

9:59 am-12:10 pm

2 stops38h 11m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 8/22

10:45 am-8:59 pm

2 stops46h 14m

$1,380

Washington, D.C.Kunming

IAD - KMG

IADKMG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 8/15

10:08 pm-1:50 am

2 stops39h 42m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 8/22

3:15 pm-6:51 am

2 stops27h 36m

$1,803

BaltimoreKunming

BWI - KMG

BWIKMG

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 10/9

9:25 am-10:10 pm

2 stops24h 45m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 10/24

11:30 pm-4:41 pm

2 stops29h 11m

$1,851

Washington, D.C.Kunming

IAD - KMG

IADKMG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/9

12:45 pm-11:35 am

2 stops34h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 10/24

12:50 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops44h 20m

$1,904

Washington, D.C.Kunming

DCA - KMG

DCAKMG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/13

5:00 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops41h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 8/20

11:30 pm-6:14 pm

2 stops30h 44m

$2,411

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

$3,027

BaltimoreKunming

BWI - KMG

BWIKMG

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 8/15

6:42 am-1:50 am

2 stops31h 08m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 8/22

7:00 am-5:48 am

2 stops34h 48m

$4,483

BaltimoreKunming

BWI - KMG

BWIKMG

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 8/26

2:30 pm-2:40 pm

3 stops36h 10m

$489

Washington, D.C.Kunming

IAD - KMG

IADKMG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 8/26

1:30 pm-11:25 am

2 stops33h 55m

$515

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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 July 1, 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 July 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Korean Air, United Airlines, and 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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Air China
7.2
Good
92 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.

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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Kunming round-trip?

    Korean Air, at $1,851, was found to be the cheapest airline from Washington, D.C. to Kunming.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air China and United Airlines.

  • 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

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 July 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$1,074Average$1,641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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