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Flight deals from London Heathrow Airport to Kunming Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kunming Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 11,672. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kunming.R 7,108 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Apr.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,108, select.
Kunming.R 8,073 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,073, select.
Kunming.R 8,604 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,604, select.
Kunming.R 9,435 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,435, select.
Kunming.R 10,310 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Dec.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 25 Dec, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,310, select.
Kunming.R 10,489 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Oct.One-way flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,489, select.
Kunming.R 10,614 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,614, select.
Kunming.R 11,885 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Jul.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,885, select.
Kunming.R 12,237 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug.One-way flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,237, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Kunming

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Heathrow to Kunming flights are currently cheapest in April.
Apr
from R 7,108
May
from R 8,604
Jun
from R 8,073
Jul
from R 11,885
Aug
from R 12,237
Sep
from R 9,435
Oct
from R 10,489
Nov
from R 10,614
Dec
from R 10,310
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London Heathrow to Kunming: Alternative routes

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London to Kunming: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundR 7,108
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Kunming: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Kunming is R 11,672. 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 London Heathrow to Kunming. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 11,672.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from London Heathrow to Kunming.
The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Kunming is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Kunming Airport on Monday, 4 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London Heathrow 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.

Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Kunming is UTC+8, which is eight hours ahead of London.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your LHR to KMG flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between LHR and KMG:

    • Beijing Capital International Airport

    • Daxing International Airport

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

  • R 7,108 is currently the best price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 11,672. These prices can change based on demand.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LHR to KMG if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from LHR to KMG.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport.

Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • 68.18% of flights that take off from London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • London Heathrow Airport is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour.

  • Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near LHR. Whether you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

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

  • You'll find KMG at 004 County Rd.

  • From Kunming Changshui International Airport, Kunming is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.

When to fly to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Kunming. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Kunming is May, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from LHR to KMG in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.

Explore more of China

  • You've seen Kunming, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Travel about 434 kilometres north-east to Guiyang to check off its leading attractions. From Jiaxiu Tower to Hongfu Temple and Guizhou Provincial Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Around 338 kilometres north-west of Kunming, Lijiang is another favourite stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Viewing Platform of Lion Mountain in Lijiang Ancient Town, Black Dragon Pool Park and Lashi Lake.

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