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Flight deals from Shenzhen Bao'an International to Kunming

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Kunming Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,453. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kunming.R 1,596 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hainan Airlines departs from Shenzhen Bao'an International on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,596, select.
Kunming.R 1,924 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Shenzhen Bao'an International on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,924, select.
Kunming.R 2,088 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul.One-way flight with Shenzhen Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Shenzhen Airlines departs from Shenzhen Bao'an International on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,088, select.
Kunming.R 3,115 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Oct.One-way flight with Shenzhen Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Shenzhen Airlines departs from Shenzhen Bao'an International on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,115, select.
Kunming.R 3,890 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov.One-way flight with Thai LionAir.Outbound indirect flight with Thai LionAir, departs from Shenzhen Bao'an International on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,890, select.
Kunming.R 4,713 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Feb.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Shenzhen Bao'an International on Sat, 20 Feb, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,713, select.
Kunming.R 4,871 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Shenzhen Bao'an International on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,871, select.
Kunming.R 4,872 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Dec.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Shenzhen Bao'an International on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,872, select.
Kunming.R 5,455 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Jan.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shenzhen Bao'an International on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,455, select.
Kunming.R 5,972 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Mar.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shenzhen Bao'an International on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,972, select.
Kunming.R 6,334 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Jan.One-way flight with Shenzhen Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Shenzhen Airlines departs from Shenzhen Bao'an International on Thu, 28 Jan, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,334, select.
Kunming.R 6,339 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Mar.One-way flight with Shenzhen Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Shenzhen Airlines departs from Shenzhen Bao'an International on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,339, select.
Kunming.R 6,520 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Jun.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Shenzhen Bao'an International on Fri, 25 Jun, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,520, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shenzhen Bao'an International to Kunming

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shenzhen Bao'an International to Kunming flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from R 2,088
Aug
from R 1,596
Sep
from R 1,924
Oct
from R 3,115
Nov
from R 3,890
Dec
from R 4,872
Jan
from R 5,455
Feb
from R 4,713
Mar
from R 5,972
Apr
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May
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Jun
from R 6,520

Direct flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International to Kunming

Shenzhen Bao'an International to Kunming: Alternative routes

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

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Shenzhen to Kunming: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,596
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 27 mins
Most popular airlineShenzhen Airlines
Average flights per week157

Finding cheap flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International to Kunming: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International to Kunming is R 3,153. 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.
2 hours and 27 minutes is the average flight time from Shenzhen Bao'an International to Kunming.
Shenzhen Airlines, Sichuan Airlines and China Southern fly direct from Shenzhen Bao'an International to Kunming.
As of July 2026, there are 157 flights per week flying from Shenzhen Bao'an International to Kunming.
The cheapest month to fly from Shenzhen Bao'an International to Kunming is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Kunming Airport on Sunday, 30 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 27 minutes.
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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, Hainan Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kunming.

Flying from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to Kunming Airport (KMG): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Kunming Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.

  • Kunming's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Shenzhen.

  • There are 101 Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Kunming Airport flights every week to choose from.

  • Your SZX to KMG flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • There's a good range of direct flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Kunming Airport to choose from. When planning your Kunming trip, these airlines can fly you nonstop to this unmissable corner of China:

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Shenzhen Airlines.

  • Hainan Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering SZX to KMG flights. A dependable 98.36% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.

Handy information about Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)

  • The address for SZX is Airport 9th Rd.

  • 75% of flights that take off from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport reach their destination on time.

  • To reach Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport from central Shenzhen, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near SZX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Kunming Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Kunming Airport (KMG)

Getting from Kunming Airport (KMG) to central Kunming

  • KMG is located at 004 County Rd.

  • Kunming Airport to central Kunming has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.

When to fly to Kunming Airport (KMG)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Kunming Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Kunming based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Kunming is May, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Kunming Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

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

Explore more of China

  • You've done Kunming, now it's time to explore more of China. Travel around 434 kilometres north-east to Guiyang to check off its leading attractions. From Jiaxiu Tower to Guanyin Cave and Yelang Ancient City, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • If you're interested in discovering another corner of China, consider Lijiang, roughly 338 kilometres north-west of Kunming. Elephant Mountain, Cherry Blossom Avenue and Hali Valley are among its highlights.

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