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$462+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA to Kunming (KMG)

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SFO — KMG
Nov 9 — Nov 161
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The best prices from Salinas to Kunming Changshui are usually found in March or October, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Kunming

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Salinas (S9N) 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 November 4, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Round-trip from

$907
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$462
(Kiwi.com)
High demand for flights, 27% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 24% potential price drop
From Salinas to Kunming Changshui
One-way flight from Salinas to Kunming Changshui

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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Kunming
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Kunming. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 4, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2112:05 pmSFO - KMG
1 stop32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/315:50 pmKMG - SFO
2 stops32h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$2,336
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2111:35 pmSFO - KMG
1 stop27h 35mChina Southern
Sat 12/2810:40 amKMG - SFO
1 stop25h 00mChina Southern
Deal found 11/3$2,640
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2112:00 pmSFO - KMG
2 stops35h 15mChina Eastern
Tue 12/316:10 pmKMG - SFO
3 stops54h 14mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/3$3,142

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San Francisco

Fri 1/17

2:30 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops40h 50m

$462

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Thu 1/16

12:00 pm-12:20 am

1 stop20h 20m

$636

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Mon 3/3

12:00 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 3/14

4:00 pm-10:00 am

1 stop33h 00m

$907

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Wed 1/29

12:05 pm-1:00 am

1 stop20h 55m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 2/5

6:30 am-9:50 am

1 stop19h 20m

$986

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Mon 3/10

10:40 am-2:00 am

1 stop48h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 3/19

3:00 am-8:50 am

1 stop20h 50m

$1,180

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

7:00 am-10:35 am

3 stops35h 35m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 2/13

7:05 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops32h 55m

$1,249

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

Sat 3/15

2:36 pm-11:55 am

2 stops30h 19m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 4/5

8:30 pm-8:15 pm

3 stops38h 45m

$1,661

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 11/3

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Travel insights for flights from Salinas to Kunming

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Salinas to Kunming?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Kunming. Price data was last updated on November 1, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Salinas to Kunming, you should look to book at least 54 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from S9N to KMG?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 November 4, 2024.

When flying from Salinas to Kunming, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 November 4, 2024.
8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The meal served onboard was excellent - we had a mashed potato with chicken.

8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews
8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The meal served onboard was excellent - we had a mashed potato with chicken.

7.8
Good
137 reviews
8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The meal served onboard was excellent - we had a mashed potato with chicken.

7.3
Good
183 reviews
8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The meal served onboard was excellent - we had a mashed potato with chicken.

7.0
Good
240 reviews
8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The meal served onboard was excellent - we had a mashed potato with chicken.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kunming from Salinas?

    Kunming Changshui (KMG), located 14.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Salinas to Kunming. 3 airlines have flights to Kunming Changshui from Salinas on a regular basis. Booking flights from Salinas to Kunming Changshui should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Salinas per day.

  • Can I find flights from Salinas to Kunming for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Salinas to Kunming for under $1,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on China Eastern for just $907, but on average you can expect to pay $1,196.

  • What does SFO to KMG mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a San Francisco Airport to Kunming Changshui Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a SFO to KMG flight. San Jose Airport (SJC), Oakland Airport (OAK), Monterey Regional Airport (MRY), Stockton Airport (SCK), Merced Municipal Airport (MCE) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Salinas to Kunming that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Salinas to Kunming flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Salinas to Kunming with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Salinas to Kunming flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Salinas to Kunming that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Salinas to Kunming offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Salinas to Kunming?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Salinas to Kunming flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Salinas to Kunming flight deals updated?

    The Salinas to Kunming flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/3.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Salinas to Kunming

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$1,004Average$1,533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air ChinaCheapest$1,045Average$1,504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$1,229Average$1,642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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