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$498+ Cheap flights from Kunming (KMG) to California

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KMG — LAX
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kunming (KMG) to California (USCA). 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 December 18, 2024.

Round-trip from

$748
(oojo)

One-way from

$498
(Kiwi.com)
From Kunming Changshui to California
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kunming to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

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Fri 12/203:05 pmKMG - LAX
1 stop19h 55mSichuan Airlines
Fri 1/319:30 pmLAX - KMG
2 stops43h 25mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 12/17$853
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/237:30 amKMG - SFO
1 stop17h 30mChina Eastern
Mon 12/3012:00 pmSFO - KMG
1 stop38h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/17$865
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/236:55 amKMG - SFO
2 stops28h 45mChina Southern
Mon 12/3011:35 pmSFO - KMG
2 stops27h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 12/17$1,005
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Fri 12/2010:35 pmKMG - LAX
1 stop35h 35mChina Southern
Fri 1/3110:00 pmLAX - KMG
1 stop31h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 12/17$1,046
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Fri 12/205:50 pmKMG - LAX
3 stops44h 59mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/319:30 pmLAX - KMG
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,083
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Mon 12/237:55 amKMG - SFO
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/307:25 pmSFO - KMG
3 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,471
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Sun 12/223:00 amKMG - SFO
1 stop20h 50mSingapore Airlines
Mon 12/309:40 amSFO - KMG
1 stop24h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,371
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Mon 12/236:30 amKMG - SFO
2 stops27h 00mAir Canada
Mon 12/306:48 pmSFO - KMG
2 stops38h 12mAir Canada
Deal found 12/17$3,986
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Fri 12/2011:35 amKMG - ONT
2 stops38h 23mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/316:15 amONT - KMG
2 stops27h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$4,886

Find flights from Kunming to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Kunming to California 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 December 18, 2024.

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KunmingSan Francisco

KMG - SFO

KMGSFO

Kunming Changshui

Tue 2/11

3:00 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop20h 40m

San Francisco

Thu 3/6

11:35 pm-11:40 am

1 stop20h 05m

$748

KunmingSan Francisco

KMG - SFO

KMGSFO

Kunming Changshui

Wed 2/19

4:00 pm-9:00 am

1 stop33h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 3/10

1:00 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$875

KunmingSan Francisco

KMG - SFO

KMGSFO

Kunming Changshui

Tue 2/11

10:10 pm-9:50 am

1 stop27h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 3/5

12:05 pm-1:00 am

1 stop20h 55m

$902

KunmingSan Francisco

KMG - SFO

KMGSFO

Kunming Changshui

Tue 2/18

5:50 pm-11:34 am

2 stops33h 44m

San Francisco

Tue 3/11

4:22 pm-10:55 am

2 stops27h 33m

$903

KunmingSan Francisco

KMG - SFO

KMGSFO

Kunming Changshui

Mon 1/20

11:35 am-12:11 pm

2 stops40h 36m

San Francisco

Tue 2/11

7:00 am-1:00 am

2 stops26h 00m

$1,017

KunmingSan Francisco

KMG - SFO

KMGSFO

Kunming Changshui

Mon 2/10

11:55 pm-9:30 am

1 stop25h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 3/9

12:40 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$1,133

KunmingSan Francisco

KMG - SFO

KMGSFO

Kunming Changshui

Sun 2/16

3:00 am-7:50 am

1 stop20h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 3/11

10:40 am-2:00 am

1 stop24h 20m

$1,731

KunmingOakland

KMG - OAK

KMGOAK

Kunming Changshui

Fri 1/31

7:30 am-9:35 pm

3 stops30h 05m

Oakland

Fri 2/7

7:42 am-10:35 am

3 stops34h 53m

$1,925

KunmingSan Francisco

KMG - SFO

KMGSFO

Kunming Changshui

Fri 1/31

10:40 am-12:50 pm

2 stops42h 10m

San Francisco

Fri 2/7

3:40 pm-10:35 am

2 stops50h 55m

$3,322

KunmingSan Francisco

KMG - SFO

KMGSFO

Kunming Changshui

Fri 1/31

11:35 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 15m

San Francisco

Fri 2/7

10:55 am-1:15 am

1 stop22h 20m

$5,225

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Travel insights for flights from Kunming to California

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Rainfall in California by month

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated December 18, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown China Eastern, China Southern and Air Canada from Kunming to California. 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
1,018 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,018 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,018 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,018 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,329 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,018 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,055 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,018 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

China Southern
7.3
Good
96 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,018 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kunming to California. 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 from for flights from Kunming to California?

    Kunming Changshui (KMG) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Kunming to California. It is only a 14.8 mi journey to Kunming Changshui (KMG) from Kunming’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kunming to California one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Kunming to California are Air Canada ($541), China Southern ($560), and China Eastern ($617).

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

    While some choose either Kunming Changshui - Los Angeles or Kunming Changshui - San Jose, Kunming Changshui - San Francisco is the most popular route from Kunming to California.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kunming to California that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Kunming to California?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Kunming to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kunming to California 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 Kunming to California?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kunming to California (average of $240). Flying from Kunming to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 airline flying from Kunming to California

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Kunming to California. 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$1,036Average$1,219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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