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$407+ Cheap flights from California to Kunming (KMG)

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LAX — KMG
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Cheap flight deals from California to Kunming

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) 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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$555
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$407
(Kiwi.com)
From California to Kunming Changshui
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Cheapest flights from California to Kunming
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Kunming. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1110:30 pmLAX - KMG
2 stops43h 25mSichuan Airlines
Fri 4/47:45 amKMG - LAX
1 stop28h 30mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 1/20$555
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/2310:30 pmLAX - KMG
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/2712:50 pmKMG - LAX
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$721
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/2311:45 pmLAX - KMG
1 stop20h 10mXiamenAir
Thu 3/2712:50 pmKMG - LAX
1 stop22h 10mXiamenAir
Deal found 1/20$756
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Mon 3/3111:45 pmLAX - KMG
1 stop27h 55mAir China
Mon 5/267:50 pmKMG - LAX
1 stop38h 10mAir China
Deal found 1/21$830
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 3/2911:50 pmLAX - KMG
1 stop26h 45mChina Southern
Wed 5/2810:40 amKMG - LAX
1 stop24h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 1/21$837
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sun 4/2012:30 pmLAX - KMG
2 stops39h 20mChina Eastern
Tue 5/277:20 amKMG - LAX
1 stop17h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/21$856
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/2712:00 pmSFO - KMG
1 stop18h 55mChina Eastern
Thu 3/277:30 amKMG - SFO
1 stop17h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/20$917
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/2712:00 pmSFO - KMG
2 stops37h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/277:30 amKMG - SFO
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$934
This ScholarTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 ScholarTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/2311:05 pmLAX - KMG
1 stop35h 55mSingapore Airlines
Wed 3/263:00 amKMG - LAX
1 stop32h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,102
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sat 3/87:43 amSAN - KMG
2 stops34h 47mAir China
Sat 3/153:45 pmKMG - SAN
2 stops46h 58mAir China
Deal found 1/21$1,263
This ScholarTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 ScholarTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/279:40 amSFO - KMG
1 stop72h 20mSingapore Airlines
Wed 3/263:00 amKMG - SFO
1 stop20h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,280
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2312:35 amSFO - KMG
1 stop22h 25mChina Southern
Mon 11/33:00 pmKMG - SFO
2 stops20h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 1/20$1,283

Find flights from California to Kunming within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 January 21, 2025.

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Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Tue 3/11

10:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops43h 25m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 4/4

7:45 am-9:15 pm

1 stop28h 30m

$555

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Sun 3/23

10:30 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops33h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 3/27

12:50 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$721

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Sun 3/23

11:45 pm-10:55 am

1 stop20h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 3/27

12:50 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$756

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Mon 3/31

11:45 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop27h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 5/26

7:50 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop38h 10m

$830

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Sat 3/29

11:50 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop26h 45m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 5/28

10:40 am-7:40 pm

1 stop24h 00m

$837

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Sun 4/20

12:30 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops39h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Tue 5/27

7:20 am-10:05 am

1 stop17h 45m

$856

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Thu 2/27

12:00 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 3/27

7:30 am-10:00 am

1 stop17h 30m

$917

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Thu 2/27

12:00 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops37h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 3/27

7:30 am-10:00 am

1 stop17h 30m

$934

Los AngelesKunming

LAX - KMG

LAXKMG

Los Angeles

Sun 3/23

11:05 pm-2:00 am

1 stop35h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 3/26

3:00 am-8:55 pm

1 stop32h 55m

$1,102

San DiegoKunming

SAN - KMG

SANKMG

San Diego

Sat 3/8

7:43 am-10:30 am

2 stops34h 47m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 3/15

3:45 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops46h 58m

$1,263

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Travel insights for flights from California to Kunming

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

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Rainfall in Kunming by month

Plan your trip to Kunming by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kunming ranges from 0.4 - 7.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Kunming when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Kunming by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kunming, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

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 January 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown China Eastern, China Southern and Singapore Airlines from California to Kunming. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

China Southern
7.4
Good
86 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

China Eastern
7.0
Good
134 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California 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 California?

    Located just 14.8 mi from the city center, Kunming Changshui (KMG) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Kunming from California.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $503 on China Eastern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Sichuan Airlines from $804 and Singapore Airlines from $954 one-way.

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

    While some choose either San Francisco - Kunming Changshui or Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - Kunming Changshui, Los Angeles - Kunming Changshui is the most popular route from California to Kunming.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California 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 5 airlines flying from California to Kunming

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from California 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$675Average$1,442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
XiamenAirCheapest$791Average$1,335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
Air ChinaCheapest$847Average$1,279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China EasternCheapest$911Average$1,272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
China SouthernCheapest$1,224Average$1,784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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