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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Beijing to Kunming Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs79,889. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kunming.Rs26,145 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar.One-way flight with Beijing Capital Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Beijing Capital Airlines departs from Beijing Daxing on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs26,145, select.
Kunming.Rs28,486 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Apr.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Beijing Daxing on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs28,486, select.
Kunming.Rs30,453 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 May.One-way flight with China United Airlines.Outbound direct flight with China United Airlines departs from Beijing Daxing on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs30,453, select.
Kunming.Rs37,711 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun.One-way flight with China United Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with China United Airlines, departs from Beijing Daxing on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs37,711, select.
Kunming.Rs41,655 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun.One-way flight with Beijing Capital Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Beijing Capital Airlines departs from Beijing Daxing on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs41,655, select.
Kunming.Rs53,127 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Beijing Daxing on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs53,127, select.
Kunming.Rs55,381 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Beijing Daxing on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs55,381, select.
Kunming.Rs78,676 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Jul.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs78,676, select.
Kunming.Rs80,921 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs80,921, select.
Kunming.Rs98,053 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug.One-way flight with Thai Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Thai Airways, departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs98,053, select.
Kunming.Rs98,053 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Dec.One-way flight with Thai Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Thai Airways, departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 29 Dec, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs98,053, select.
Kunming.Rs98,105 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov.One-way flight with Thai Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Thai Airways, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs98,105, select.
Kunming.Rs138,453 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Beijing Daxing on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs138,453, select.
Kunming.Rs138,681 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs138,681, select.
Kunming.Rs139,457 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs139,457, select.
Kunming.Rs152,687 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Aug.One-way flight with Shandong Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Shandong Airlines departs from Beijing Capital on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs152,687, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Kunming

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Beijing to Kunming flights are currently cheapest in March.
Mar
from Rs26,145
Apr
from Rs28,486
May
from Rs30,453
Jun
from Rs37,711
Jul
from Rs78,676
Aug
from Rs98,053
Sep
from Rs53,127
Oct
from Rs55,381
Nov
from Rs98,105
Dec
from Rs98,053
Jan
from Rs80,921
Feb
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Beijing to Kunming: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Beijing to Kunming below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kunming.

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Beijing to Kunming: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs26,145
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time3 hrs, 52 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week782

Finding cheap flights from Beijing to Kunming: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Beijing to Kunming is Rs79,813. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 44 minutes is the average flight time from Beijing to Kunming.
China Southern, Air China and China Eastern fly direct from Beijing to Kunming.
As of March 2026, there are 782 flights per week flying from Beijing to Kunming.
The cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Kunming is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Beijing to Kunming Airport on Tuesday, 31 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 46 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kunming but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kunming is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Kunming is Air China .

Travelling from Beijing to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG): What you need to know

  • Begin your journey at one of Beijing's main airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX). Check out your options for booking a flight from Beijing to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) jetting off from either of these.

  • 3 hours 50 minutes is the average duration of a direct Beijing to Kunming Changshui International Airport flight.

  • Kunming's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Beijing. Kunming Changshui International Airport is located in Kunming.

  • With 69 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) is the most popular route. Air China operates the earliest flight at 6:40am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the latest departure from PEK to KMG is with Sichuan Airlines at 10:30pm.

  • Your flight from Beijing to KMG won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Beijing to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) take off from this terminal.

  • At PEK, there's a variety of carriers operating direct flights from Beijing to Kunming Changshui International Airport, including:

  • Most travellers prefer to fly with Air China between PEK and KMG.

  • Hainan Airlines is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.

  • Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Beijing, PEK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 50 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Beijing to Kunming Changshui International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Beijing Capital International Airport:

  • Beijing Capital International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart PEK arrive at their destination as scheduled.

  • You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

  • You can book a direct Beijing to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) plane ticket with departures from Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX). Figure out if flying from PKX works better for your plans.

  • A good selection of airlines have direct flights from Beijing to KMG leaving from PKX. Book your favourite seat with any of these carriers and you'll be there before you realise it:

  • China Eastern is the most popular choice for travellers flying from PKX to KMG.

  • Go with China United Airlines for the most punctual service. Its flights between Beijing Daxing International Airport and Kunming Changshui International Airport touch down as scheduled 96.77% of the time.

  • You can reach PKX from the centre of Beijing in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Beijing to KMG flight? Check in to a hotel near Beijing Daxing International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are calling your name:

  • Beijing Daxing International Airport has a track record for punctuality. 87% of flights out of here arrive right when they're supposed to.

About Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Beijing to Kunming Changshui International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near KMG:

  • The address for KMG is 004 County Rd.

Getting from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to central Kunming

  • Kunming Changshui International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Kunming. It takes around 35 minutes or so to get to the city by car.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Kunming Changshui International Airport is Rs26,145. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs79,813. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Beijing to KMG. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.

  • If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Beijing to Kunming Changshui International Airport ticket.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Beijing to KMG.

  • Uncover a great deal on a flight from Beijing to Kunming Changshui International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from Beijing to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

  • December is the quietest month for flights from Beijing to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG), while February is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to Kunming based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Before locking in your Beijing to KMG plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Kunming, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 28ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Beijing to Kunming Changshui International Airport in January when temperatures are between 1ºC and 16ºC.

More about Kunming

Explore more of China

  • You've visited Kunming, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Journey around 161 kilometres south to Kaiyuan to check off its popular sights. From Seven-hole Bridge, Honghe to Nandong Scenic Spot Protection Area and Xinjiang E'er Grassland, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Qujing is another sought-after destination in China and is around 97 kilometres northeast of Kunming. No trip is complete without dropping by Zhujiangyuan Ancient Town, Cuifeng Mountain and Liaokuo Mountain.

Plan the rest of your trip from Beijing to Kunming

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