Flying from Haikou Airport (HAK) to Kunming Airport (KMG): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Haikou Airport to Kunming Airport is 2 hours.
Haikou and Kunming are in the same timezone, UTC+8.
There are 63 Haikou Airport to Kunming Airport flights every week.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your HAK to KMG flight.
Flying during a peak time such as November? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
There are direct flights from Haikou Airport to Kunming Airport, so getting to Kunming (and then seeing more of China!) is a breeze. Popular airlines that fly nonstop include:
China Southern is the top choice for travellers on this route.
China Southern is the most punctual carrier offering HAK to KMG flights. A reliable 98.26% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Haikou Airport to Kunming Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between HAK and KMG include:
Guangzhou Airport
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
Chongqing Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Haikou Airport (HAK) to Kunming Airport (KMG)
RM428 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Haikou Airport to Kunming Airport flight. A return flight starts at RM953. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from HAK to KMG, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Haikou Airport to Kunming Airport.
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Handy information about Haikou Airport (HAK)
HAK is located at Qiongwen Ave.
Haikou Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from HAK touch down on schedule 84% of the time.
Haikou Airport is around 26 kilometres from central Haikou. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near HAK. Whether you have an early flight from Haikou Airport to Kunming Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Kunming Airport (KMG)
Consider booking a hotel close to KMG if you have a late Haikou Airport to Kunming Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Kunming Airport (KMG) to central Kunming
KMG is located at 004 County Rd.
From Kunming Airport, Kunming is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Kunming Airport (KMG)
June is the busiest month for flights from Haikou Airport to Kunming Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Kunming in March.
The warmest month in Kunming is May, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Haikou Airport to Kunming Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HAK to KMG in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Guiyang is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored after you've experienced Kunming. Around 434 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Jiaxiu Tower, Guanyin Cave and Yelang Ancient City.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in China, head for Lijiang, roughly 338 kilometres north-west of Kunming. Elephant Mountain, Cherry Blossom Avenue and Hali Valley are among the biggest draws.