Cheap Flights from Beijing Capital to Kunming

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Beijing Capital to Kunming

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Beijing Capital to Kunming flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from Beijing Capital to Kunming

Beijing Capital to Kunming: Alternative routes

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

Beijing to Kunming: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found285 €
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time3 hrs, 54 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week258

Finding cheap flights from Beijing Capital to Kunming: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Beijing Capital to Kunming is 285 €. 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 54 minutes is the average flight time from Beijing Capital to Kunming.
Air China, Shenzhen Airlines and Shandong Airlines fly direct from Beijing Capital to Kunming.
As of March 2025, there are 258 flights per week flying from Beijing Capital to Kunming.
The cheapest month to fly from Beijing Capital to Kunming is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Beijing Capital Airport to Kunming Airport on Monday, 31 March 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 54 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.
Currently, Hainan Airlines and Air China offer the cheapest flight tickets to Kunming.

Travelling from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport takes 3 hours 52 minutes, on average. Kunming's timezone is UTC+8 — identical to Beijing.

  • Choose from 104 weekly flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport. The 06:30 departure with Air China is the earliest flight out between PEK and KMG. Sichuan Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:20 if you'd rather not get up at the crack of dawn.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • Flying into Kunming (and seeing more of China!) is simple with Hainan Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that interests you. Popular stopovers on the PEK - KMG route include:

    • Xianyang International Airport

    • Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport

    • Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport

  • Once you've booked your cheap ticket from PEK to KMG, get your travel documents ready. A passport or visa isn't necessary since you're travelling within China. As long as you have another identity document, such as an ID card or driver's license, you're all set.

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

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing Capital International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport is 102 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 285 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • To get cheap tickets from PEK to KMG, book your journey 9 months before the departure date.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Beijing Capital International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from PEK to KMG couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has fallen.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport.

Handy information about Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Arriving at Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

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

  • Kunming Changshui International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Kunming. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 40 minutes.

When to fly to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Kunming based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • When booking your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Kunming, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 28ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PEK to KMG in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC and 16ºC then.

More about Kunming

Complete your Kunming trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've got your cheap ticket to Kunming Changshui International Airport — now it's time to find a great stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Kunming.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.