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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Kunming

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International to Kunming? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kunming.RM3,158 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Thu, 10 Sep.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Kunming.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Kunming on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,158, select.
Kunming.RM3,380 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Apr, returning Wed, 22 Apr.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Kunming.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Kunming on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,380, select.
Kunming.RM3,391 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug, returning Fri, 9 Oct.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Kunming.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Kunming on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,391, select.
Kunming.RM3,392 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Mar, returning Mon, 30 Mar.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 17 Mar, arriving in Kunming.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Kunming on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,392, select.
Kunming.RM5,380 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 May, returning Sun, 24 May.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 16 May, arriving in Kunming.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Kunming on Sun, 24 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,380, select.
Kunming.RM7,019 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Jul, returning Tue, 4 Aug.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in Kunming.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Kunming on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM7,019, select.
Kunming.RM20,670 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May, returning Sat, 1 Aug.Return flight with United and Air China.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Kunming.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Kunming on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM20,670, select.
Kunming.RM20,695 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Jun, returning Sat, 4 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Kunming.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Kunming on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM20,695, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Kunming

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Kunming flights are currently cheapest in September.
Mar
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San Francisco International to Kunming: Alternative routes

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San Francisco to Kunming: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundRM3,158
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Kunming: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Kunming is RM3,158. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Francisco International to Kunming. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM3,158.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from San Francisco International to Kunming.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Kunming is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Kunming Airport on Tuesday, 1 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Francisco International Airport and Kunming Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kunming but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kunming is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, China Southern offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kunming.

Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Kunming is UTC+8, which is 15 hours ahead of San Francisco.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your SFO to KMG flight.

  • Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between SFO and KMG:

    • Tan Son Nhat International Airport

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport

    • Incheon International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

  • At the moment, RM1,939 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM3,154. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from SFO to KMG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SFO to KMG by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.36% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • The journey when using public transport will take about 45 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near SFO. Whether you have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

  • If you're landing on a late San Francisco International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near KMG:

Getting from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to central Kunming

  • KMG is located at 004 County Rd.

  • Kunming Changshui International Airport to the centre of Kunming has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.

When to fly to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

  • April is the busiest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Kunming in April.

  • When booking your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Kunming, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to KMG in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.

Explore more of China

  • Kunming has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be discovered. About 434 kilometres north-east of Kunming, a visit to Guiyang will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Jiaxiu Tower, Hongfu Temple and Guizhou Provincial Museum.

  • If you're eager to discover another side of China, consider Lijiang, about 338 kilometres north-west of Kunming. Viewing Platform of Lion Mountain in Lijiang Ancient Town, Black Dragon Pool Park and Lashi Lake are among its highlights.

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