Travelling from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is one hour ahead of Kunming, where Kunming Changshui International Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your KMG to Tokyo flight.
During popular months like February, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Direct Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tokyo tickets are available for booking. Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) is where you'll step off the plane.
Book your favourite seat with China Eastern Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tokyo.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from KMG to Tokyo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH)
KMG is around 26 kilometres from central Kunming. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to KMG? If you've booked an early flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tokyo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Kunming Changshui International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from KMG touch down on schedule 86% of the time.
You'll find KMG at 004 County Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Tokyo
RM840 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tokyo flight. A return plane ticket starts at RM1,768. These fares may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from KMG to Tokyo, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
Scoring cheap tickets from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tokyo is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest prices across each month and snap up a fantastic deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from KMG to Tokyo by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
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Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to the centre of Tokyo takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tokyo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near HND:
For the best deal, book your ride from Tokyo Haneda International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from KMG to Tokyo.
The street address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) is around 56 kilometres from central Tokyo. After your flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to NRT. Unwind and get cosy after your KMG to Tokyo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from NRT four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Tokyo Narita International Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tokyo. March is the busiest month to travel to Tokyo. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in December.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tokyo plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KMG to Tokyo in January when temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
More about Tokyo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Tokyo right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tokyo:
Sensho-ji and Tokyo Skytree are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Tokyo must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Ginza Central Street.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Japan waiting to be explored. Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, a visit to Osaka will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
If you want to check out another major stop in Japan, head for Nagoya, roughly 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade are highlights.