Travelling from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Vancouver is 15 hours behind Kunming and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your KMG to YVR flight.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between KMG and YVR:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport
Narita International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Kunming Changshui International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight is R 10,728. A round-trip ticket is currently R 26,065. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from KMG to YVR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from KMG to YVR.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
Handy information about Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
KMG is located at 004 County Rd.
Kunming Changshui International Airport has a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from KMG arrive on schedule 85.44% of the time.
To reach Kunming Changshui International Airport from central Kunming, it'll take about 40 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a convenient hotel close to KMG? If you've booked an early flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
If you're coming in on a late Kunming Changshui International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near YVR:
Grab a Vancouver International Airport rental car and explore Vancouver and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are top outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport to the centre of Vancouver has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The quietest month for a flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is May, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Vancouver based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Vancouver International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
December sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from KMG to YVR sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Canada you should also see. Around 32 kilometres south-east of Vancouver, a trip to Surrey will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Canada, consider Victoria, roughly 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour are key highlights.
