Travelling from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to Kunming Airport (KMG): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Kunming Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 45 minutes.
Beijing and Kunming are in the same timezone, UTC+8.
Every week, there are 79 Beijing Capital Airport to Kunming Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your PEK to KMG flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
There are direct flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Kunming Airport, so getting to Kunming (and then touring more of China!) is simple. Top airlines that fly nonstop include:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Air China on this route.
With an impressive 92.86% of services arriving as planned, Hainan Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating PEK to KMG flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Beijing Capital Airport to Kunming Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between PEK and KMG include:
Chongqing Airport
Xi An Xianyang Airport
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to Kunming Airport (KMG)
R 2,219 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Beijing Capital Airport to Kunming Airport flight. Return flights start at R 3,828. These prices can change based on availability.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from PEK to KMG. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Kunming Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from PEK to KMG by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Beijing Capital Airport to Kunming Airport.
Handy information about Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Capital Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from PEK arrive on schedule 81% of the time.
To reach Beijing Capital Airport from central Beijing, it'll take about 45 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near PEK. Whether you've booked an early flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Kunming Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Kunming Airport (KMG)
Book a hotel close to KMG if you're on a late Beijing Capital Airport to Kunming Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
When to fly to Kunming Airport (KMG)
The quietest month for a flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Kunming Airport is March, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Kunming based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Beijing Capital Airport to Kunming 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, look for a cheap ticket from PEK to KMG in January. Average temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Guiyang is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered after you've seen Kunming. Around 434 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Jiaxiu Tower, Guanyin Cave and Yelang Ancient City.
Lijiang is another must-experience destination in China and is around 338 kilometres north-west of Kunming. No trip is complete without a visit to Elephant Mountain, Cherry Blossom Avenue and Hali Valley.
