Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Kunming Changshui (KMG).

Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming pass through?

Most connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming pass through Incheon Intl (ICN), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 49% on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,095 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $2,106, a difference of $1,011. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming?

A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming takes 0h 00m, covering 7,745 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 $1,120 to $2,551. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Kunming?

Kunming is 13 hours ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (China Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming flight?

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming range from $1,262 to $1,856, with an average of $1,583 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,262 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming?

Air China ($1,120) and Korean Air ($1,151) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming?

Flights via Incheon Intl (ICN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,723. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming which airport offers the shortest layover?

Incheon Intl (ICN) had the shortest average connection time for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming layovers at 752 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Mon, Jan 11 - Tue, Feb 9

1:55 pm - 11:40 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-KMG Kunming Changshui

31h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Beijing Capital

1:00 pm - 6:57 pmKMG Kunming Changshui-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

43h 57m2 stops Beijing Capital San Francisco

$1,098Air China

Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Dec 3

10:25 am - 3:10 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-KMG Kunming Changshui

38h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Beijing Capital

1:00 pm - 4:44 amKMG Kunming Changshui-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 44m2 stops Beijing Capital Los Angeles

$1,105Air China

Mon, Jan 11 - Sun, Feb 7

1:55 pm - 11:40 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-KMG Kunming Changshui

31h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Beijing Capital

10:10 pm - 6:29 amKMG Kunming Changshui-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

46h 19m2 stops Beijing Capital Los Angeles

$1,108Air China

Mon, Jan 11 - Mon, Feb 8

2:40 pm - 11:40 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-KMG Kunming Changshui

31h 00m2 stops Los Angeles Beijing Capital

11:20 am - 6:29 amKMG Kunming Changshui-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

33h 09m2 stops Beijing Capital Los Angeles

$1,108Air China

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2:40 pm - 2:30 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-KMG Kunming Changshui

34h 50m2 stops Los Angeles Beijing Capital

1:00 pm - 5:58 amKMG Kunming Changshui-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

30h 58m2 stops Beijing Capital Los Angeles

$1,120Air China

Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Feb 10

7:25 am - 2:30 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-KMG Kunming Changshui

41h 05m2 stops San Francisco Beijing Capital

6:30 am - 8:35 pmKMG Kunming Changshui-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 05m2 stops Beijing Capital San Francisco

$1,122Air China

Wed, Jan 13 - Tue, Feb 9

7:25 am - 11:40 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-KMG Kunming Changshui

38h 15m2 stops San Francisco Beijing Capital

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40h 42m2 stops Beijing Capital San Francisco

$1,122Air China

Sun, Jan 10 - Tue, Feb 9

7:00 am - 1:00 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-KMG Kunming Changshui

28h 00m2 stops Los Angeles Beijing Capital

1:00 pm - 8:35 pmKMG Kunming Changshui-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

45h 35m2 stops Beijing Capital San Francisco

$1,123Air China

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8

11:10 am - 10:45 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-KMG Kunming Changshui

21h 35m1 stop Incheon Intl

11:55 pm - 8:30 amKMG Kunming Changshui-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 35m1 stop Incheon Intl

$1,151Korean Air

Sun, Jan 10 - Wed, Feb 10

11:10 am - 10:45 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-KMG Kunming Changshui

21h 35m1 stop Incheon Intl

11:55 pm - 8:30 amKMG Kunming Changshui-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 35m1 stop Incheon Intl

$1,207Korean Air

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How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming?

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming start at $1,120. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,262 to $1,856. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,120 on Air China.

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When to book flights from Chicago to Kunming

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Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming?
Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Kunming Changshui (KMG).
Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming pass through?
Most connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming pass through Incheon Intl (ICN), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 49% on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,095 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $2,106, a difference of $1,011. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming?
A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming takes 0h 00m, covering 7,745 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 $1,120 to $2,551. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Kunming?
Kunming is 13 hours ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (China Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming flight?
Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming range from $1,262 to $1,856, with an average of $1,583 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,262 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $1,095 - about $1,011 less than Tuesday (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Kunming trip for January. Fares historically average $1,063 round-trip in that month - typically $3,352 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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

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