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Flight deals from Chiang Mai to Kunming

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Kunming Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 4,995. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kunming.R 2,458 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug.One-way flight with Nok Air.Outbound indirect flight with Nok Air, departs from Chiang Mai on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,458, select.
Kunming.R 2,470 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Mai on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,470, select.
Kunming.R 2,473 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Jul.One-way flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with Thai VietJet Air, departs from Chiang Mai on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,473, select.
Kunming.R 2,509 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Mai on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,509, select.
Kunming.R 2,510 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Mai on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,510, select.
Kunming.R 2,523 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Apr.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Mai on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,523, select.
Kunming.R 2,598 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Mai on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,598, select.
Kunming.R 2,606 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Jul.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Chiang Mai on Thu, 16 Jul, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,606, select.
Kunming.R 2,718 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Thai LionAir.Outbound indirect flight with Thai LionAir, departs from Chiang Mai on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,718, select.
Kunming.R 3,248 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Chiang Mai on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,248, select.
Kunming.R 3,285 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Chiang Mai on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,285, select.
Kunming.R 3,345 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Aug.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Chiang Mai on Fri, 7 Aug, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,345, select.
Kunming.R 3,513 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Mai on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,513, select.
Kunming.R 3,558 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Chiang Mai on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,558, select.
Kunming.R 3,563 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Chiang Mai on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,563, select.
Kunming.R 3,595 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Mar.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Mai on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,595, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chiang Mai to Kunming

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chiang Mai to Kunming flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jun
from R 2,718
Jul
from R 2,473
Aug
from R 2,458
Sep
from R 2,510
Oct
from R 2,509
Nov
from R 2,470
Dec
from R 3,513
Jan
from R 2,598
Feb
from R 3,595
Mar
from R 3,595
Apr
from R 2,523
May
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Direct flights from Chiang Mai to Kunming

Chiang Mai to Kunming: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chiang Mai to Kunming below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kunming.

Kunming

8km from central Kunming
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Chiang Mai to Kunming: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,458
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time1 hr, 47 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week16

Finding cheap flights from Chiang Mai to Kunming: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chiang Mai to Kunming is R 4,619. 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.
1 hour and 47 minutes is the average flight time from Chiang Mai to Kunming.
China Eastern flies direct from Chiang Mai to Kunming.
As of June 2026, there are 16 flights per week flying from Chiang Mai to Kunming.
The cheapest month to fly from Chiang Mai to Kunming is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chiang Mai Airport to Kunming Airport on Saturday, 24 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 47 minutes.
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, Thai AirAsia and China Eastern offer the cheapest flight tickets to Kunming.

Travelling from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Kunming Airport (KMG): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Kunming Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • The timezone in Kunming is UTC+8, which is one hour ahead of Chiang Mai.

  • You can choose from 18 weekly Chiang Mai Airport to Kunming Airport flights.

  • Leave enough time to make your CNX to KMG flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • China Eastern has direct flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Kunming Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Kunming — and maybe even more of China if your schedule allows.

  • The majority of travellers choose to travel with China Eastern on this route.

  • With a reliable 99.12% of services arriving as scheduled, China Eastern is the most punctual carrier offering CNX to KMG flights.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chiang Mai Airport to Kunming Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CNX and KMG:

    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport

    • Hong Kong Intl Airport

    • Phuket Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Kunming Airport (KMG)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chiang Mai Airport to Kunming Airport flight is R 2,458. A round-trip ticket right now is R 4,619. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CNX to KMG if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Kunming Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from CNX to KMG is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Kunming Airport.

Handy information about Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)

  • 73% of flights taking off from Chiang Mai Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • Chiang Mai Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Chiang Mai. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Kunming Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to CNX:

Arriving at Kunming Airport (KMG)

Getting from Kunming Airport (KMG) to central Kunming

  • KMG is located at 004 County Rd.

  • Kunming Airport to the centre of Kunming has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 40 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Kunming Airport (KMG)

  • June is the busiest month for flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Kunming Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Kunming in March.

  • Before locking in your flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Kunming Airport, consider the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Kunming, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CNX to KMG sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of China

  • Kunming is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be discovered. Around 434 kilometres north-east of Kunming, a trip to Guiyang will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Jiaxiu Tower, Guanyin Cave and Yelang Ancient City.

  • Lijiang is another essential stop in China and is around 338 kilometres north-west of Kunming. No trip is complete without experiencing Elephant Mountain, Cherry Blossom Avenue and Hali Valley.

Plan the rest of your trip from Chiang Mai to Kunming

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.