NYC - KMG

$679 Find Cheap Flights from New York to Kunming

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from New York to Kunming departing on 7/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from New York to Kunming, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from New York to Kunming, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$1,060
Air China
Tue 9/8Mon 9/21
EWR - KMG • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$679
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/18
JFK - KMG • 2 stops
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Cheapest • from $1,060 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 8.4 score
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Nonstop flights
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There are currently no direct flights between New York and Kunming. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $1,210 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 20h 17m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 39% price drop
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Cheap Flights from New York to Kunming (NYC-KMG)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New York to Kunming that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from New York to Kunming

Tue, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 21
Air China Logo
12:10 pm - 11:50 am
EWR
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KMG
35h 40m
2 stops
Air China Logo
7:45 pm - 7:23 am
KMG
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EWR
47h 38m
2 stops
$1,060Air China
Sun, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:00 pm - 12:15 am
JFK
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KMG
45h 15m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:50 pm - 10:00 am
KMG
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JFK
46h 10m
2 stops
$1,166Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 28
Korean Air Logo
12:50 am - 10:10 pm
JFK
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KMG
33h 20m
1 stop
Korean Air Logo
11:30 pm - 9:00 pm
KMG
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JFK
33h 30m
1 stop
$1,206Korean Air
Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 23
Korean Air Logo
12:50 am - 10:10 pm
JFK
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KMG
33h 20m
1 stop
Korean Air Logo
11:30 pm - 12:59 am
KMG
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JFK
37h 29m
2 stops
$1,217Korean Air
Tue, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 21
Korean Air Logo
6:00 am - 10:10 pm
EWR
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KMG
28h 10m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
11:30 pm - 11:59 pm
KMG
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EWR
36h 29m
2 stops
$1,222Korean Air
Sat, Sep 12 - Mon, Sep 28
Korean Air Logo
4:30 pm - 10:10 pm
JFK
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KMG
41h 40m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
11:30 pm - 9:00 pm
KMG
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JFK
33h 30m
1 stop
$1,223Korean Air
Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 19
Korean Air Logo
6:00 am - 10:10 pm
JFK
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KMG
52h 10m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
11:30 pm - 11:00 am
KMG
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JFK
23h 30m
1 stop
$1,224Korean Air
Sun, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:00 pm - 12:15 am
JFK
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KMG
45h 15m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 10:00 am
KMG
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JFK
56h 30m
3 stops
$1,244Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 20
Air China Logo
3:55 pm - 10:20 am
EWR
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KMG
30h 25m
2 stops
Air China Logo
2:45 pm - 7:36 am
KMG
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EWR
28h 51m
2 stops
$1,275Air China
Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 22
Air China Logo
12:10 pm - 10:20 am
EWR
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KMG
34h 10m
2 stops
Air China Logo
12:55 pm - 7:23 am
KMG
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EWR
30h 28m
2 stops
$1,328Air China
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KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to Kunming flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York to Kunming to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from New York to Kunming?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New York to Kunming departing in September.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Kunming?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Kunming, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from New York to Kunming is September, where tickets cost $699 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are May and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,615 and $1,499 respectively.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$679
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 19% lower on average.
Flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Kunming

When to book flights from New York to Kunming

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to Kunming based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from New York to Kunming

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York to Kunming?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Kunming was $679 for a one-way ticket and $1,060 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between New York and Kunming?

    A passport is required to fly from New York to Kunming.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to Kunming?

    New York is served by 2 major airports and there is only 1 main airport in Kunming. You will leave New York from one of these airports: Newark or New York John F Kennedy Intl. You will be arriving at Kunming Changshui.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Kunming?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Kunming?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between New York and Kunming.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from New York to Kunming, Korean Air or Air China?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to Kunming are Korean Air and Air China. With an average price for the route of $1,205 and an overall rating of 8.4, Korean Air is the most popular choice. Air China is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,466 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to Kunming?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to Kunming.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to Kunming?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Kunming from New York is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to Kunming?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Kunming with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to Kunming?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Kunming from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from New York to Kunming

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from New York to Kunming. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from New York to Kunming? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.4
Korean AirOverall score based on 1218 reviews
8.5Boarding
8.2Entertainment
8.3Comfort
8.1Food
8.7Crew
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AAAAHHHH... It was shocking in a very positive way, the attention to detail, the courtesy, the manners of all personnel on board, the constant honest smiling. You can see and feel they take pride in all they do no matter how trivial. The plane in general was very comfortable. I can't wait to do it again

8.0 ExcellentCarlos J, Apr 2026
TPA - ATL
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AAAAHHHH... It was shocking in a very positive way, the attention to detail, the courtesy, the manners of all personnel on board, the constant honest smiling. You can see and feel they take pride in all they do no matter how trivial. The plane in general was very comfortable. I can't wait to do it again

The boarding process was efficient and quick. The seats were comfortable. The food was good. The service was excellent. We had a lovely flight from Seattle on Korean air

Flight crew was fantastic. The aircraft was meticulously cleaned at all times. The crew was continuously checking to see if the passengers were ok.

They were trying to get people to check luggage because the over head compartments were full but when we boarded there were lots of empty places that people could have put the luggage.

It was good, I liked the self-serve snacks but it was a little difficult to get the alcohol, which is understandable since I wouldn't want kids sneaking it.

Friendly flight attendants and gate agents. Very clean plane and food was good!

I was unable to select decent seats, and so I was stuck in the middle seat because it was selected for me

There was a lot of partial tv shows but not enough to last the flight. The food was incredible! The crew were so helpful and patient. Lots more space than what I usually get on an international flight. Very comfortable!

Stingy on the drinks - 15 hour direct flight and could barely get attention for some water

Unfortunately, there has been a boarding and departure delay. However, as usual, the flight arrived earlier than the scheduled. There has been a turbulence in-between, it’s unavoidable. I couldn’t complain them.

It was just fine. The sirlines did live up fully to my expectation.

The flight was delayed. The staff made us wait in the room that is too small and it was crowded and with no seats available for waiting. They did not tell us why the delay occurred.

While boarding at PVG, there was a ticket checking at the gate, then there was another ticket checking at the bottom of the escalator, which created quite a dangerous congestion. Not sure which idiot made this absolutely unnecessary arrangement.

While boarding at PVG, there was a ticket checking by the gate, then there was another ticket checking right at the bottom of the escalator, which created quite a dangerous congestion. Don't understand why the duplication?

I was traveling alone with an infant, so the crew was incredibly helpful. Both the international and subsequent domestic flights were impeccable.

Plane was good. But food was bad and air host was so rude. I will never fly with China Eastern again

The flight was delayed by 2 hours, although to their credit they delayed my connecting flight so people could reach it. Also their site is a nightmare to navigate on a phone. Everything else was good.

The ticket was last minute buy so no concerns about the pricing this time, but the crew in general could have been more accommodating, helpful.

CTU-KMG-CNX with 1.5 hr connection at KMG. Doable but just barely bc immigration exit from China is at the last flight leg, here: KMG to CNX. We hauled out of the domestic terminal to reenter at the international departures (luggage checked thru to CNX thankfully). Immigration had only two agents, even though KMG gets a HUGE number of foreigners. It took forever for such a shot line. Then security also took a while, so I just just made the connection. Recommend if you exit China with domestic international transfer, plan for 2+ hrs to avoid a heart attack. Airline personnel don’t suffer if you miss the flight, you do. Plan accordingly.

China Eastern as a member of Sky Alliance airlines should have the same standards overall of their partners, Besides the seats comforts everything else is bellow the standard for a business class travelers. A BIG ISSUE FOR NON-CHINESE PASSENGERS IS THE ABILITY TO CHECK IN ONLINE, by making so difficult or almost impossible there is no chance to get a seat assignment ahead of time then go to the airport and get what is left. THIS IS NOT a SKY TEAM modality.

Very friendly and attentive flight attendants, good food service. Seat was comfortable. However, the in flight electronics were poor. The screen froze repeatedly; the controller died; the headphones are a hit or miss; the wifi wasn't usable. Very scarce communication before the flight (no email reminder). Almost impossible to understand in-flight communications (audio was very poor).

The meals were not the greatest and lacking of appetite but everything else was spot on

Overall, excellent: check-in, boarding, service, and food. The Business Class seating is a little less private and spacious than the world's premier airlines, but still very good for a long haul flight.

On time. Friendly and helpful flight attendants. The plane was clean. Having a wine available would have been nice.

Your staff was exceptional. Could teach the other airlines-rules on etiquette, and service. Excellent landings on flights, carried out by your pilots. Only complaint is long delay on return flight in Beijing, onto Vancouver.

Worst than I expected, crew was not attentive, meal was as disgusting , they didn’t even drink selections as they would to other passengers. I felt discriminated

cannot get seat information for LAX to IAH when check in in XI,AN

UA is ok. But check in was a very bad experience

I hate that you cannot check in online and when you are at the airport, there aren't any aisle seats left. Also, they could work a little on subtitles for their movies (not everyone is a native English speaker).

Nothing to complain of, the only reason I am not giving better marks is that I am used to flying with ANA and they are the top.

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