Cheap Flights from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City

Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Ho Chi Minh City.

Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,776
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 6 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week23

Finding cheap flights from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City is R 3,701. 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.
3 hours and 6 minutes is the average flight time from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City.
China Eastern, Kunming Airlines and Shenzhen Airlines fly direct from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City.
As of May 2025, there are 23 flights per week flying from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City.
The cheapest month to fly from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kunming Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport on Friday, 16 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 6 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 Ho Chi Minh City 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 Ho Chi Minh City is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Shenzhen Airlines and China Eastern offer the cheapest flight tickets to Ho Chi Minh City.

Flying from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 50 minutes.

  • Ho Chi Minh City is one hour behind Kunming and observes the UTC+7 timezone.

  • Each week, there are seven Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, opt for the 14:15 China Eastern Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 16:15 with China Eastern Airlines.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your KMG to SGN flight.

  • During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • Flying into Ho Chi Minh City (and then discovering more of Vietnam!) is easy with China Eastern Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.

  • Most passengers choose to travel with China Eastern Airlines on this route.

  • The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for KMG to SGN flights is China Eastern Airlines.

  • If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between KMG and SGN:

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport

    • Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport

    • Noi Bai International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight is R 1,776. A return fare is currently R 3,701. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from KMG to SGN.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from KMG to SGN by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

  • KMG is located at 004 County Rd.

  • Kunming Changshui International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 85.44% of flights that depart KMG arrive at their destination without delay.

  • Kunming Changshui International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Kunming. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near KMG. Whether you've booked an early flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to SGN if you're on a late Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Grab a Tan Son Nhat International Airport rental car and explore parts of Ho Chi Minh City that aren't in every guidebook. Find your perfect set of wheels with Dichung Car Hire.

  • Boost your chances of snagging a great deal by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Tan Son Nhat International Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a good move.

Getting from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City

  • Tan Son Nhat International Airport to central Ho Chi Minh City has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.

  • It takes around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Ho Chi Minh City. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • Book your flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for March if you'd like to explore Ho Chi Minh City during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Search for cheap tickets from KMG to SGN sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Vietnam

  • Biên Hòan is just one of the many places in Vietnam waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Ho Chi Minh City. Around 26 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Tú Phong Lan, Vinh Dư and mieu binh da.

  • If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Vietnam, head for Can Tho, roughly 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City. Cai Rang Floating Market, Ong Temple and Can Tho Museum are key highlights.

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