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$439+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 11/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — KMG
nov. 25 — dic. 21
lun. 11/25
lun. 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San Francisco to Kunming Changshui are usually found in March or February, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Kunming

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 noviembre 20, 2024.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Round-trip from

$925
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$439
(Trip.com)
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Kunming
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Kunming. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on noviembre 20, 2024.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
vie. 12/274:25 pmSFO - KMG
2 stops26h 10mChina Southern
jue. 1/3011:50 amKMG - SFO
2 stops23h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 11/19$1,471
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jue. 12/1912:00 pmSFO - KMG
1 stop20h 40mChina Eastern
jue. 12/267:30 amKMG - SFO
1 stop17h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/19$1,783
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
jue. 12/194:35 pmSFO - KMG
2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
mié. 12/252:55 amKMG - SFO
3 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$2,133

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San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

sáb. 2/15

3:40 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop35h 45m

Kunming Changshui

mar. 2/18

9:15 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops32h 25m

$925

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

jue. 2/13

11:35 pm-11:40 am

1 stop20h 05m

Kunming Changshui

jue. 2/20

5:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$1,116

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

jue. 3/27

1:00 pm-12:20 am

1 stop20h 20m

Kunming Changshui

sáb. 4/5

7:35 am-9:05 am

1 stop16h 30m

$1,139

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

mié. 2/12

9:40 am-2:00 am

1 stop72h 20m

Kunming Changshui

mar. 2/18

3:00 am-7:50 am

1 stop20h 50m

$1,169

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

mié. 2/12

12:05 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop34h 25m

Kunming Changshui

mié. 2/19

6:30 am-9:50 am

1 stop19h 20m

$1,274

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

mar. 4/1

12:40 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Kunming Changshui

dom. 4/6

11:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop26h 10m

$1,395

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

lun. 11/25

2:30 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops40h 50m

$439

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

lun. 11/25

12:00 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops41h 15m

$450

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

mar. 11/26

11:35 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop23h 25m

$695

San FranciscoKunming

SFO - KMG

SFOKMG

San Francisco

lun. 11/25

9:40 am-2:00 am

1 stop24h 20m

$772

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Kunming in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Kunming flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Kunming flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Kunming flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Kunming flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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 San Francisco-Kunming flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Kunming

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Kunming

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Kunming. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Kunming is 54 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 noviembre 20, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Kunming at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 23% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 noviembre 20, 2024.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

China Southern
7.7
Good
122 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Air China
7.3
Good
157 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

China Eastern
7.0
Good
220 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Kunming. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Kunming round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Kunming is China Southern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,116 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Singapore Airlines and China Eastern, starting at $1,169 and $1,188 round-trip. These flights start at 24% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is China Eastern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $450. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Southern and Singapore Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Kunming for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Kunming?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 3 airlines flying from San Francisco to Kunming

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated noviembre 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$959Average$1,495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air ChinaCheapest$1,034Average$1,239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$1,229Average$1,642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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