NZD 173 : Cheap Flights from Vientiane to Kunming

Flight FAQs

• What are the cheapest flights from Vientiane to Kunming (VTE-KMG)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Sichuan Airlines offers one-way fares as low as NZD 173 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. VTE to KMG on Fri, Dec 26), while AirAsia offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from NZD 350 departing on Thu, Jan 8 and returning on Mon, Jan 12.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Vientiane to Kunming?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Vientiane to Kunming with the following airlines, including: Sichuan Airlines Lao Airlines China Eastern 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 Vientiane (VTE) to Kunming (KMG) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 1 hour 36 minutes to fly from Vientiane (VTE) to Kunming (KMG).

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

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 39 flight per week flying from Vientiane to Kunming. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Sichuan Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- 3U3714 (11:02) China Eastern Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- MU9626 (18:08)

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

  To find best deals on flights from Vientiane 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 Fri, Dec 26, with one-way flights priced at just NZD 173.
  · 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 January.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Vientiane (VTE) to Kunming (KMG) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Vientiane to Kunming is September, when demand for travel is lower.

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

  After crunching the numbers on our December flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Vientiane to Kunming on December 7, 2025 with Lao Airlines, with prices starting at NZD 177.

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

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

• Is there any time difference between Vientiane and Kunming?

  The time difference between Kunming and Vientiane is 1h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Vientiane 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.