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Flight deals from Shanghai Pudong to Kunming

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Kunming Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs65,361. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Kunming.Rs23,186 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs23,186, select.

Kunming.Rs24,469 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs24,469, select.

Kunming.Rs25,291 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs25,291, select.

Kunming.Rs31,393 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Jul.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs31,393, select.

Kunming.Rs31,666 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs31,666, select.

Kunming.Rs31,977 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Jul.One-way flight with Juneyao Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Juneyao Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs31,977, select.

Kunming.Rs34,400 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep.One-way flight with Juneyao Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Juneyao Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs34,400, select.

Kunming.Rs60,616 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs60,616, select.

Kunming.Rs62,506 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs62,506, select.

Kunming.Rs63,840 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Dec.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 24 Dec, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs63,840, select.

Kunming.Rs69,582 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Thai LionAir.Outbound indirect flight with Thai LionAir, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs69,582, select.

Kunming.Rs83,849 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs83,849, select.

Kunming.Rs86,593 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Mar.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs86,593, select.

Kunming.Rs89,042 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Apr.One-way flight with Thai Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Thai Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 3 Apr, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs89,042, select.

Kunming.Rs89,109 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 May.One-way flight with Thai Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Thai Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 19 May, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs89,109, select.

Kunming.Rs89,868 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Feb.One-way flight with Thai Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Thai Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs89,868, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Kunming

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Shanghai to Kunming: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	Rs23,186
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	3 hrs, 37 mins
Most popular airline	China Eastern
Average flights per week	255

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai Pudong to Kunming: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Shanghai Pudong to Kunming?

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Kunming is Rs54,311. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Kunming?

3 hours and 37 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai Pudong to Kunming.

Which airlines fly direct from Shanghai Pudong to Kunming?

China Eastern, Sichuan Airlines and Air France fly direct from Shanghai Pudong to Kunming.

How many flights are there a week from Shanghai Pudong to Kunming?

As of July 2026, there are 255 flights per week flying from Shanghai Pudong to Kunming.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Kunming?

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Kunming is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Kunming Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Kunming Airport on Wednesday, 2 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Kunming Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 37 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Kunming?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Kunming?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Kunming with?

Currently, Spring Airlines and Juneyao Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Kunming.

Travelling from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Kunming Airport (KMG): what you need to know

The average duration of a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Kunming Airport is 3 hours 35 minutes.
Kunming's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Shanghai.
Choose from 92 weekly Shanghai Pudong Airport to Kunming Airport flights. The 06:40 departure with China Eastern Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Sichuan Airlines operates the last service of the day at 22:30.
Your PVG to KMG flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
There are plenty of direct flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Kunming Airport, so getting to Kunming (and then seeing more of China!) is a cinch. Top airlines that fly nonstop include:
China Eastern tops the list for bookings on this route.
With a reliable 95.71% of services arriving on schedule, China Southern is the most punctual carrier offering PVG to KMG flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Kunming Airport. Here are the top stopovers between PVG and KMG:
- Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
- Changsha Airport
- Fuyang Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Kunming Airport (KMG)

Rs23,186 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Shanghai Pudong Airport to Kunming Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs54,311. These prices can change depending on demand.
To find cheap tickets from PVG to KMG, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Kunming Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from PVG to KMG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Kunming Airport.

Handy information about Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)

PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from PVG arrive at their destination without delay.
Shanghai Pudong Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near PVG? If you've booked an early flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Kunming Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Kunming Airport (KMG)

The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Shanghai Pudong Airport to Kunming Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KMG instead:

When to fly to Kunming Airport (KMG)

June is the busiest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Kunming Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Kunming in March.
Book your flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Kunming Airport for May if you'd like to go to Kunming during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 28ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap tickets from PVG to KMG sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of China

You've visited Kunming, now it's time to discover more of China. Journey around 434 kilometres north-east to Guiyang to tick off its top sights. From Jiaxiu Tower to Guanyin Cave and Yelang Ancient City, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Lijiang is another must-experience destination in China and is around 338 kilometres north-west of Kunming. No journey is complete without seeing Elephant Mountain, Cherry Blossom Avenue and Hali Valley.