NZD 126 : Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Kunming

Flight FAQs

• What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Kunming (SHA-KMG)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Sichuan Airlines offers one-way fares as low as NZD 126 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. PVG to KMG on Wed, Dec 10), while Sichuan Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from NZD 245 departing on Mon, Dec 15 and returning on Tue, Dec 23.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Shanghai to Kunming?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Shanghai to Kunming with the following airlines, including: China Eastern Airlines Air China Kunming Airlines Juneyao Airlines China Southern Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Kunming (KMG) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 4 hours 10 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Kunming (KMG).

• When is the best time to book flights from Shanghai to Kunming?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Kunming is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Shanghai to Kunming?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 191 flight per week flying from Shanghai to Kunming. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: China Eastern Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- MU5804 (20:10) China Eastern Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- MU5812 (21:18) Xiamen Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- MF3819 (09:27)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Shanghai to Kunming?

  To find best deals on flights from Shanghai to Kunming, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Wed, Dec 10, with one-way flights priced at just NZD 126.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Sichuan Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Kunming travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Shanghai (SHA) to Kunming (KMG) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to Kunming is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Kunming on?

  After crunching the numbers on our December flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Kunming on December 9, 2025 with Spring Airlines, with prices starting at NZD 125.

• Which airports can I fly to for Kunming from Shanghai?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Kunming, with Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport (PVG-KMG) is by far the most common option on this route: Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG).

• Is there any time difference between Shanghai and Kunming?

  The time difference between Kunming and Shanghai is 0h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Shanghai to Kunming?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.