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Cheapest round-trip
$217
Typical prices: $299-$574
China Southern, China Eastern
Tue 11/27Thu 11/29
PKX - KMG • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$98
Typical prices: $147-$277
China Southern
Sun 12/2
PKX - KMG • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Air China, China Eastern and others. Average duration is 3h 43m.
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Cheap Flights from Beijing to Kunming (BJS-KMG)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Beijing to Kunming

Fri, Nov 27 - Sun, Nov 29
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8:00 pm - 11:40 pmPKX  Beijing Daxing Intl-KMG Kunming Changshui
3h 40mnonstop
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4:20 pm - 7:45 pmKMG  Kunming Changshui-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl
3h 25mnonstop
$217Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 1
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7:40 am - 11:40 amPEK  Beijing Capital-KMG Kunming Changshui
4h 00mnonstop
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10:10 pm - 1:50 amKMG  Kunming Changshui-PEK Beijing Capital
3h 40mnonstop
$220Air China
Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 26
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9:30 pm - 1:00 amPKX  Beijing Daxing Intl-KMG Kunming Changshui
3h 30mnonstop
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1:15 pm - 4:25 pmKMG  Kunming Changshui-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl
3h 10mnonstop
$232Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 1
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7:10 am - 10:35 amPKX  Beijing Daxing Intl-KMG Kunming Changshui
3h 25mnonstop
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1:15 pm - 4:25 pmKMG  Kunming Changshui-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl
3h 10mnonstop
$236Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Sun, Nov 29
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6:25 am - 10:15 amPEK  Beijing Capital-KMG Kunming Changshui
3h 50mnonstop
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6:30 am - 9:50 amKMG  Kunming Changshui-PEK Beijing Capital
3h 20mnonstop
$247Air China
Mon, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 28
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9:15 pm - 1:00 amPEK  Beijing Capital-KMG Kunming Changshui
3h 45mnonstop
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6:30 am - 9:55 amKMG  Kunming Changshui-PEK Beijing Capital
3h 25mnonstop
$251Air China
Fri, Nov 27 - Sun, Nov 29
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4:50 pm - 10:30 pmPKX  Beijing Daxing Intl-KMG Kunming Changshui
5h 40m1 stop Wuhan
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6:55 pm - 12:05 amKMG  Kunming Changshui-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl
5h 10m1 stop Xi'an Xianyang
$275China Eastern
Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30
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4:50 pm - 10:30 pmPKX  Beijing Daxing Intl-KMG Kunming Changshui
5h 40m1 stop Wuhan
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7:30 am - 1:25 pmKMG  Kunming Changshui-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl
5h 55m1 stop Chongqing Jiangbei Intl
$278China Eastern
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 1
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11:55 am - 5:30 pmPKX  Beijing Daxing Intl-KMG Kunming Changshui
5h 35m1 stop Wuhan
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7:00 pm - 12:05 amKMG  Kunming Changshui-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl
5h 05m1 stop Xi'an Xianyang
$292China Eastern
Mon, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 28
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11:55 am - 5:30 pmPKX  Beijing Daxing Intl-KMG Kunming Changshui
5h 35m1 stop Wuhan
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8:00 am - 1:25 pmKMG  Kunming Changshui-PKX Beijing Daxing Intl
5h 25m1 stop Xi'an Xianyang
$296China Eastern
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Beijing to Kunming flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the cheapest Beijing to Kunming flight route?

Beijing Daxing Intl Airport (PKX) to Kunming (KMG) is the cheapest Beijing to Kunming route, averaging $424 round-trip. Other Beijing to Kunming routes average $705, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Beijing to Kunming?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Beijing to Kunming. It’s 33% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 60% higher.

Key details for Beijing to Kunming flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 76% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 79% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Beijing Daxing Intl Airport to Kunming

When to book flights from Beijing to Kunming

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Beijing to Kunming based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Beijing to Kunming flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Beijing to Kunming?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Beijing to Kunming:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:25 am and lands at 10:08 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:45 pm and lands at 1:28 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 43m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Beijing to Kunming?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Beijing to Kunming:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class

  • How long is a flight from Beijing to Kunming?

    A nonstop flight from Beijing to Kunming takes 3h 43m, covering 1,285 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Beijing to Kunming?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Beijing to Kunming flight?

    Round-trip flights from Beijing to Kunming range from $299 to $574, with an average of $439 over the past 12 months. Anything below $299 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Beijing to Kunming?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $255 round-trip via Xi'an Xianyang (XIY), compared to $464 for nonstop.

  • How are flight departures from Beijing to Kunming spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Beijing to Kunming flights, with 47% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 29%, evening flights for 14%, and night flights for 10%.

  • Have flight prices from Beijing to Kunming changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $217 to $1,749. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Beijing to Kunming looking right now?

    One-way fares from Beijing to Kunming are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $127, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Beijing to Kunming?

    Flights from Beijing to Kunming may depart from several airports in Beijing area, including Beijing Capital (PEK) and Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX). Flights usually arrive at Kunming Changshui (KMG).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Beijing to Kunming pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Beijing to Kunming pass through Xi'an Xianyang (XIY), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Beijing to Kunming?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 59% on flights from Beijing to Kunming. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $295 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $705, a difference of $410.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Beijing to Kunming?

    12 airlines operate flights between Beijing and Kunming. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Air China
    • China Eastern
    • China Southern
    • China United Airlines
    • XiamenAir
    • Kunming Airlines

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Beijing to Kunming flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • China Eastern: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air China: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Hainan Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Beijing to Kunming flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $295, about $410 less than Saturday fares (58% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Beijing to Kunming trip for October. Fares historically average $167 round-trip in that month - typically $464 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Xi'an Xianyang Airport (XIY) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $255 round-trip on this route - about $209 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Kunming Changshui Airport.

    • Best Yue Hang Hotel

Prefer to fly direct from Beijing to Kunming?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Beijing to Kunming Changshui Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Beijing to Kunming Changshui

Monday

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines,China Eastern, +7 more

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines, +8 more

Tuesday

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines,China Eastern, +8 more

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines, +9 more

Wednesday

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines,China Eastern, +6 more

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines, +7 more

Thursday

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines,China Eastern, +8 more

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines, +9 more

Friday

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines,China Eastern, +6 more

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines, +7 more

Saturday

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines,China Eastern, +8 more

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines, +9 more

Sunday

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines,China Eastern, +6 more

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines, +7 more

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Direct returns

Kunming Changshui to Beijing

Monday

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines,China Eastern, +7 more

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines, +8 more

Tuesday

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines,China Eastern, +8 more

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines, +9 more

Wednesday

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines,China Eastern, +6 more

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines, +7 more

Thursday

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines,China Eastern, +8 more

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines, +9 more

Friday

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines,China Eastern, +6 more

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines, +7 more

Saturday

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines,China Eastern, +8 more

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines, +9 more

Sunday

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines,China Eastern, +6 more

Air China,Beijing Capital Airlines, +7 more

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