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Find cheap flights to Kunming in 2026/2027 from R12,460 This is the cheapest return flight found to Kunming from South Africa on FlightsFinder on January 25th 2026 at 12:12. This offer may no longer be available. Click the offer to check live prices & dates of travel.
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Fly to Kunming and visit sites like Yuantong Buddhist Temple, Green Lake, Yunnan Ethnic Village & Jiuxiang Scenic Region.
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These economy flights were found on FlightsFinder from South Africa to Kunming in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.
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These economy flights were found on FlightsFinder from South Africa to Kunming in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.
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According to our data, March is on average the cheapest time to book flights to Kunming.
You can get flights from R12,460 return.
According to our data, February is on average the most expensive time to book flights to Kunming.
A return flight could set you back more than R18,959.
Nestled in Southwest China's Yunnan province, Kunming is a captivating city blessed with year-round spring-like weather and a rich cultural tapestry. Renowned as the "City of Eternal Spring," Kunming boasts a striking contrast between modernity and tradition, with its vibrant street markets, ornate Buddhist temples, and picturesque green spaces. The city serves as a gateway to the stunning landscapes of Yunnan, including the iconic Stone Forest and the serene Dian Lake. Visitors can immerse themselves in the local cuisine, explore ancient folklore, and marvel at the unique blend of ethnic diversity that defines Kunming's charm.
A good price for a flight to Kunming is R11214 - R13706.
Popular airports near Kunming include Changshui International Airport (KMG), Dali Airport (DLU), and Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG).
The flight to Kunming (KMG) is roughly 14 hours 4 minutes and 6,108 miles (9,830 kilometres) from Johannesburg, South Africa - O.R. Tambo Internationall Airport (JNB).
The best way is to compare flights to Kunming from leading comparison sites using our search engine dashboard.
We have currently found no direct flights to Kunming.
Here is the average weather forecast in Kunming by month:
• Jan: 16°C
• Feb: 18°C
• Mar: 21°C
• Apr: 24°C
• May: 25°C
• Jun: 25°C
• Jul: 24°C
• Aug: 25°C
• Sep: 23°C
• Oct: 21°C
• Nov: 18°C
• Dec: 16°C
The Kunming Changshui International Airport is located approximately 25 kilometers from the city center of Kunming.
Typically, flights are cheapest to Kunming 2 months before departure.
Studies show flights to Kunming are typically cheaper on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
18 °C
Wed, 28 Jan 2026
Average Temperature
16°C
Jan
18°C
Feb
21°C
Mar
24°C
Apr
25°C
May
25°C
Jun
24°C
Jul
25°C
Aug
23°C
Sep
21°C
Oct
18°C
Nov
16°C
Dec
Johannesburg, South Africa - O.R. Tambo Internationall Airport (JNB) to Kunming (KMG)
Distance:
6,108 miles (9,830 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 14 hours 4 minutes)
Cape Town, South Africa - Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Kunming (KMG)
Distance:
6,866 miles (11,049 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 15 hours 45 minutes)
Durban, South Africa - King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR) to Kunming (KMG)
Distance:
6,075 miles (9,777 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 14 hours)
George, South Africa - George Airport (GRJ) to Kunming (KMG)
Distance:
6,671 miles (10,735 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 15 hours 19 minutes)
Lanseria, South Africa - Lanseria International Airport (HLA) to Kunming (KMG)
Distance:
6,119 miles (9,847 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 14 hours 5 minutes)
Port Elizabeth, South Africa - Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) to Kunming (KMG)
Distance:
6,505 miles (10,468 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 14 hours 57 minutes)
Bloemfontein, South Africa - Bloemfontein International Airport (BFN) to Kunming (KMG)
Distance:
6,310 miles (10,156 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 14 hours 31 minutes)
East London, South Africa - King Phalo Airport (ELS) to Kunming (KMG)
Distance:
6,361 miles (10,238 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 14 hours 38 minutes)
Hoedspruit, South Africa - AFB Airport (HDS) to Kunming (KMG)
Distance:
5,895 miles (9,488 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 36 minutes)
Kimberley, South Africa - Kimberley Airport (KIM) to Kunming (KMG)
Distance:
6,383 miles (10,273 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 14 hours 41 minutes)
Nelspruit, South Africa - Kruger Mpumalanga Intl Airport (MQP) to Kunming (KMG)
Distance:
5,928 miles (9,540 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 40 minutes)
Phalaborwa, South Africa - Hendrik van Eck Airport (PHW) to Kunming (KMG)
Distance:
5,875 miles (9,454 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 33 minutes)
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa - Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) to Kunming (KMG)
Distance:
6,114 miles (9,839 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 14 hours 5 minutes)
Polokwane, South Africa - Polokwane International Airport (PTG) to Kunming (KMG)
Distance:
5,964 miles (9,599 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 45 minutes)
Richards Bay, South Africa - Richards Bay Airport (RCB) to Kunming (KMG)
Distance:
5,994 miles (9,646 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 49 minutes)
Upington, South Africa - Upington Airport (UTN) to Kunming (KMG)
Distance:
6,561 miles (10,558 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 15 hours 4 minutes)
Umtata, South Africa - K.D. Matanzima Airport (UTT) to Kunming (KMG)
Distance:
6,268 miles (10,087 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 14 hours 25 minutes)
From Johannesburg (JNB), South Africa to Kunming, China (KMG): R12,460
Depart: 11 Mar 2026 · Return: 18 Mar 2026 Price found 25 Jan 2026, 12:12
From Durban (DUR), South Africa to Kunming, China (KMG): R18,959
Depart: 09 Feb 2026 · Return: 28 Feb 2026 Price found 24 Jan 2026, 11:04
From Pietermaritzburg (PZB), South Africa to Kunming, China (KMG): R19,027
Depart: 09 Feb 2026 · Return: 28 Feb 2026 Price found 24 Jan 2026, 10:29
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