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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Kunming from $593

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22/7. 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.
MEL — KMG
2 Jun — 9 Jun1
1 adult
Sun 2/6
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The best prices from Melbourne to Kunming Changshui are usually found in May or October, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Kunming

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Kunming (KMG). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 28 May 2024.

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Average price

$688

Round-trip from

$525
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Melbourne Airport to Kunming?

Thursday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kunming. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Kunming.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Kunming?

Find a great deal and save up to 159% by booking at least 49 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Melbourne Airport to Kunming within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $508.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kunming?

Our data shows that May tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Kunming from Melbourne Airport. Users have commonly found prices around $874 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $491. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in June.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kunming (MEL - KMG)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne Airport to Kunming in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 39% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap China Eastern flights from Melbourne to Kunming

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by China Eastern for the route between Melbourne and Kunming. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 544,630 searches. Data last updated 28 May 2024.
Consider these cheap China Eastern flights we've found departing from Melbourne to Kunming. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Fri 19/721:30MEL - KMG
2 stops19h 00mChina Eastern
Fri 30/813:30KMG - MEL
1 stop18h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 28/5$799
Mon 22/721:30MEL - KMG
2 stops19h 00mChina Eastern
Sun 8/912:50KMG - MEL
2 stops18h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 28/5$1,054

Cheap China Southern flights from Melbourne to Kunming

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by China Southern for the route between Melbourne and Kunming. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 544,630 searches. Data last updated 28 May 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on China Southern flights from Melbourne to Kunming. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Fri 19/712:10MEL - KMG
2 stops48h 25mChina Southern
Fri 30/820:30KMG - MEL
2 stops34h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 28/5$1,171
Fri 19/712:10MEL - KMG
2 stops48h 25mChina Southern
Fri 30/815:05KMG - MEL
3 stops39h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 28/5$1,393

Cheap Melbourne to Kunming flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Melbourne to Kunming specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 544,630 searches. Prices were last updated on 28 May 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Melbourne to Kunming in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 26/613:35MEL - KMG
1 stop35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/717:55KMG - MEL
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/5$773
Wed 26/613:35MEL - KMG
1 stop35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/702:35KMG - MEL
1 stop23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/5$899
Wed 26/611:00MEL - KMG
2 stops32h 05mChina Eastern
Wed 3/708:00KMG - MEL
1 stop24h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 27/5$1,251
Wed 26/611:00MEL - KMG
2 stops29h 30mChina Eastern
Wed 3/716:05KMG - MEL
2 stops18h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 27/5$1,326
Wed 26/617:15MEL - KMG
3 stops23h 15mChina Eastern
Wed 3/716:05KMG - MEL
2 stops18h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 27/5$1,480
Wed 26/606:00MEL - KMG
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/703:05KMG - MEL
1 stop30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/5$1,565
Tue 25/602:25MEL - KMG
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/715:20KMG - MEL
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/5$5,048
Tue 25/602:25MEL - KMG
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/703:05KMG - MEL
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/5$5,899

Melbourne to Kunming 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Melbourne and Kunming in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 544,630 searches. Data last updated 28 May 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Melbourne to Kunming in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Mon 22/710:20MEL - KMG
1 stop15h 50mChina Southern
Sun 8/913:20KMG - MEL
1 stop17h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 27/5$593
Fri 19/711:35MEL - KMG
1 stop33h 30mXiamenAir
Fri 30/812:10KMG - MEL
1 stop19h 25mXiamenAir
Deal found 28/5$635
Mon 22/710:20MEL - KMG
1 stop15h 50mChina Southern
Sun 8/908:15KMG - MEL
2 stops22h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 27/5$766
Wed 26/613:35MEL - KMG
1 stop35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/717:55KMG - MEL
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/5$773
Fri 19/721:30MEL - KMG
2 stops19h 00mChina Eastern
Fri 30/813:30KMG - MEL
1 stop18h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 28/5$799
Fri 19/707:15MEL - KMG
1 stop20h 50mSingapore Airlines
Thu 29/803:05KMG - MEL
1 stop15h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 28/5$878
Wed 26/613:35MEL - KMG
1 stop35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/702:35KMG - MEL
1 stop23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/5$899
Thu 12/907:00MEL - KMG
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 26/902:35KMG - MEL
1 stop23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/5$991
Mon 22/721:30MEL - KMG
2 stops19h 00mChina Eastern
Sun 8/912:50KMG - MEL
2 stops18h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 27/5$1,053

Find flights from Melbourne to Kunming within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Kunming that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 544,630 searches. Data last updated 28 May 2024.

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$635 - $1,393

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MelbourneKunming Changshui

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Fri 19/7

1 stop33h 30m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 30/8

1 stop19h 25m

$635

MelbourneKunming Changshui

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Fri 19/7

2 stops19h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 30/8

1 stop18h 30m

$799

MelbourneKunming Changshui

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Fri 19/7

1 stop20h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 29/8

1 stop15h 30m

$878

MelbourneKunming Changshui

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Mon 22/7

2 stops19h 00m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 8/9

2 stops18h 10m

$1,054

MelbourneKunming Changshui

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Fri 19/7

2 stops48h 25m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 30/8

2 stops34h 10m

$1,171

MelbourneKunming Changshui

MEL - KMG

MELKMG

Melbourne

Fri 19/7

2 stops48h 25m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 30/8

3 stops39h 35m

$1,393

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Deals found on 28/5

When is the best time to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Kunming?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Kunming. Price data was last updated on 24 May 2024.
Booking 48 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Kunming. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kunming?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Kunming. Price data was last updated on 26 May 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Kunming flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Kunming

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kunming from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in Kunming by month

Plan your trip to Kunming by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

KMG

Temperature

8 - 20 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Kunming

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kunming. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kunming. Reviews last updated 28 May 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Kunming, such as China Eastern and China Southern. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,424 reviews
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Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,424 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,424 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

China Eastern
7.3
Good
484 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,424 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Kunming. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kunming from Melbourne?

    For a flight from Melbourne to Kunming, you will be flying into Kunming Changshui. Kunming Changshui (KMG) is just 23.8 km from the centre vof the city. Kunming Changshui is the only Kunming airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 7 airlines have flights to Kunming Changshui from Melbourne on a regular basis.

  • Can I find flights from Melbourne Airport to Kunming for under $700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne Airport to Kunming for under $700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on XiamenAir for just $635, but on average you can expect to pay $988.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Kunming round-trip?

    According to our current data, XiamenAir ($635), China Eastern ($799), and Singapore Airlines ($878) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Kunming. Users have found that XiamenAir is 27% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What does MEL to KMG mean?

    MEL and KMG are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. MEL to KMG refers to a flight route from Melbourne Airport to Kunming Changshui Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Kunming that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne to Kunming flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Melbourne to Kunming with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne to Kunming flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Kunming that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Kunming flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Kunming?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Kunming.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Kunming?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Kunming by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Kunming that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Melbourne to Kunming offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Melbourne to Kunming?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne to Kunming flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Melbourne Airport to Kunming flight deals updated?

    The Melbourne Airport to Kunming flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 28/5.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Kunming?

    When booking a flight from Melbourne Airport to Kunming, you may want to consider flying on Sichuan Airlines, Air China or China Southern as they are the most popular for this route.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Melbourne to Kunming

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Kunming. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 544,630 searches. Data last updated 28 May 2024.
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$337Average$794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Air ChinaCheapest$495Average$597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$554Average$745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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XiamenAirCheapest$576Average$683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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China SouthernCheapest$581Average$927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$707Average$1,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,237Average$1,360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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