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Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Kunming & Flight Information
Origin airport IATA code
SHA
Destination airport IATA code
KMG

Kunming KMG Flight Information

Traveling From
Shanghai
Origin Airport IATA Code
SHA
Traveling To
Kunming
Destination Airport IATA Code
KMG
Number of Airlines Serving
14
Available Airlines
Distance
1966 km
Direct Flight Time
2 50
Flight Price

Frequently asked questions

Is there a direct flight between Shanghai and Kunming?
There are multiple airlines to choose from. You might like the PVG to Kunming Changshui Intl. Airport route which is serviced by the likes of China Eastern Airlines and China Southern Airlines. Or perhaps you’d prefer to fly from SHA to KMG with China Eastern Airlines or Shanghai Airlines.
How long is a direct flight from Shanghai to Kunming?
Expect to be sitting in your seat for a minimum of 3 hours and 10 minutes when travelling to Kunming from Shanghai. But this trip of 1,200 miles takes an average of 3 hours and 27 minutes. No matter how long your flight is, you won’t have to make a stopover, so you’ll have extra time for holidaying.
What are the best airports for Shanghai to Kunming flights?
Taking a trip to Kunming from Shanghai? Here are the most popular flight routes that’ll get you there:

  • Shanghai (PVG-Pudong Intl.) to Kunming (KMG-Changshui Intl.) - 98 flights per week
  • Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA) to KMG - 70 flights per week

What are some of the most popular airlines flying from Shanghai to Kunming?
Every airline is different. If you’re jetting from Shanghai to Kunming, pick your seat from one of the finest six carriers which offer flights on this route:

  • China Eastern Airlines with 364 flights every month.
  • China Southern Airlines with 91 flights every month.
  • Juneyao Airlines with 60 flights every month.
  • Shanghai Airlines with 60 flights every month.
  • Air China with 30 flights every month.
  • Spring Airlines with 30 flights every month.

How many flights are there from Shanghai to Kunming?
You’ve got a great deal of choice when it comes to travelling from Shanghai to Kunming. With 14 flights operating each day, the time to escape is up to you.
What are the cheapest days to book a flight?
This is one is easy to remember: Ticket Thursdays. We found that tickets booked on a Thursday resulted in the best deal on average in 2021. However, Friday can be the worst day to purchase plane tickets, as it was the day with the highest average ticket price based on flight demand on ebookers in 2021.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
When analysing flight demand on ebookers in 2021, Friday turned out to be the cheapest day to fly, with Tuesday as a close second. That’s definitely something to consider when booking your next trip! Thinking of traveling mid-week? It turns out that Wednesdays generally had the most expensive airline tickets, so keep this in mind when planning for your next trip.*According to flight demand on ebookers.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.

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Our advanced search tools and comprehensive filters help you find a flight that fits your budget. To search for cheap flights, just enter your travel dates and sort your results by price. With all available tickets listed lowest price first, it’s easy to select the one that’s easiest on your wallet.  

To find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Kunming, you can also travel outside peak season. The more flexible you can be on travel dates, the easier it is to find those cheap flight tickets. We know, for example, that the cheapest time to travel between Shanghai to Kunming is . In the current list of deals available, prices start at and can rise to for return flights.  

Find the best flight from Shanghai to Kunming  

Every day between Shanghai and Kunming, 44 flights from 14 airlines jet back and forth. And with ebookers, you can book tickets for any one of those flights. If you book a direct flight with KLM, Sichuan Airlines, Air France, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Air, Delta Air Lines, China Eastern Airlines, Spring Airlines, Kunming Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Qantas, China Southern Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, Air China, you’ll arrive safely in your destination in around 2hours. If you can think of a quicker way to cover the 1966 km between null and null, let us know! 

Flights from Shanghai to Kunming — a great choice on great deals 

We only need a little information to give you a lot of choice. Just tell us when you’re planning your family holiday, long weekend, luxury getaway or quick business trip, and we’ll do the rest. And to keep your choice-making easy, we’ve given you plenty of ways to narrow down your search. Choose one-way, roundtrip or multi city flights, select your preferred airline, your time of arrival and departure and cabin class using the filters.  

Once you’ve told us what you want, we’ll show you what’s on offer. All you need to do is take your pick and start packing.  

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We want the experience of booking your flight from Shanghai to Kunming to be as simple as possible. That’s why we designed our search and filter options to make your life easy. Whether you are travelling on business or for pleasure, ebookers has you covered. 

When you’re ready to book, our service is always fast and transparent. We know plans change, so we have a range of flexible booking options. Choose between refundable bookings and flights with no charges should you need to rearrange and travel stress-free. 

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Holiday Inn Kunming City Centre, an IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Kunming City Centre, an IHG Hotel

4 out of 5
No. 29 East Dong Feng Road, Panlong District, Kunming, Yunnan
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kunming. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and breakfast. Popular attractions Tuodong Stadium and Kunming Hall are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (303 reviews)
"Location is good. Facility is a bit dated."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2023

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Sofitel Kunming

Sofitel Kunming

5 out of 5
777 South Huan Cheng Road, Xishan District, Kunming, Kunming, Yunnan
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kunming. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions West Pagoda and East Pagoda are located nearby. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (161 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2024

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InterContinental Kunming, an IHG Hotel

InterContinental Kunming, an IHG Hotel

4.5 out of 5
No. 5 Yijing Road, National Tourism, Kunming, Yunnan
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kunming. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Hongta Sports Center and Kunming Sports Training ...
9/10 Wonderful! (56 reviews)
"The hotel is beautiful and the service is perfect. Great breakfast bad coffe ( in China tea is better). But excellent cappuccinos at the lobby."

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2024

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Crowne Plaza Kunming City Centre, an IHG Hotel

Crowne Plaza Kunming City Centre, an IHG Hotel

4.5 out of 5
399 Qingnian Road, Wuhua District, Kunming, Yunnan
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kunming. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Nanping Pedestrian Street and Kunming Hall ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (174 reviews)
Highly recommended
"Very friendly and professional staff. Clean, big and comfortable room. Plenty of retail and F&B options nearby."

Reviewed on 12 Apr 2024

Crowne Plaza Kunming City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Grand Park Kunming

Grand Park Kunming

5 out of 5
20 Hong Hua Qiao, Kunming, Yunnan
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kunming. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Green Lake Park and Yuantong Buddhist Temple ...
7.8/10 Good! (92 reviews)
"We had a pleasant stay, upon arrival they upgraded our room, away from the noise along the stretch of road under construction. This property is very near to a park with a lake with many people taking a stroll and doing various exercises. City centre area is within 10-15 mins walk."

Reviewed on 4 Apr 2024

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DoubleTree by Hilton Kunming Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton Kunming Airport

4 out of 5
No.12001-1, Airport Road, Kunming, Yunnan Province
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kunming. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Discover genuine guest reviews for DoubleTree by Hilton ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
"New property"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2023

DoubleTree by Hilton Kunming Airport
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