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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to Kunming? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kunming.P81,521 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Apr, returning Mon, 13 Apr.Return flight with Qatar Airways and Thai Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in Kunming.Inbound indirect flight with Thai Airways, departs from Kunming on Mon, 13 Apr, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From P81,521, select.
Kunming.P86,291 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Apr, returning Sat, 16 May.Return flight with Qatar Airways and Thai Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 4 Apr, arriving in Kunming.Inbound indirect flight with Thai Airways, departs from Kunming on Sat, 16 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From P86,291, select.
Kunming.P95,722 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Dec, returning Fri, 15 Jan.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 24 Dec, arriving in Kunming.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Kunming on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From P95,722, select.
Kunming.P97,950 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Mar, returning Tue, 31 Mar.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 20 Mar, arriving in Kunming.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Kunming on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From P97,950, select.
Kunming.P101,101 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Mon, 17 Aug.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Kunming.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Kunming on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From P101,101, select.
Kunming.P101,781 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Aug, returning Thu, 20 Aug.Return flight with Qatar Airways and Thai Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Kunming.Inbound indirect flight with Thai Airways, departs from Kunming on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From P101,781, select.
Kunming.P150,045 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Jun, returning Fri, 24 Jul.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 26 Jun, arriving in Kunming.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Kunming on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From P150,045, select.

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New York to Kunming: Alternative routes

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New York to Kunming: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundP81,521
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from New York to Kunming: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Kunming is P81,521. 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 New York to Kunming. But we found flights with one stop from P81,521.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from New York to Kunming.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Kunming is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Kunming Airport on Monday, 6 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Kunming is Qatar Airways .

Flying from New York to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG): What you need to know

  • You can choose from a variety of airports when organising your flight from New York to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG). Explore your options for taking off from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).

  • The timezone in Kunming is UTC+8, which is 12 hours ahead of New York. Kunming Changshui International Airport is located in Kunming.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to KMG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • High season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.

Airports in New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to KMG. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • Incheon International Airport (ICN)

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

  • Travelling from central New York to JFK takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Searching for a comfortable hotel close to John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from New York to Kunming Changshui International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • JFK's address is JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Split up your flight from New York to Kunming Changshui International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and KMG include:

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

  • You can get to EWR from central New York in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 24 kilometres or so.

  • Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to KMG flight:

  • 73.3% of flights departing Newark Liberty International Airport make it to their destination as expected.

  • EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • From central New York, LGA is around 18 kilometres away. It takes roughly 25 minutes to reach the airport by car and 1 hour or so if you use public transport.

  • Make catching an early New York to Kunming Changshui International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near LaGuardia Airport and get to your gate without rushing:

  • LGA has an on-time performance rate of 80.0%. This means most of its flights arrive at their destination as expected and your trip goes off without a hitch.

  • The address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.

About Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

  • Right now, P38,464 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Kunming Changshui International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P81,521. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from New York to KMG if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest New York to Kunming Changshui International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.

  • Finding a cheap plane ticket from New York to KMG is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as prices go down.

  • Bag the best deal on a flight from New York to Kunming Changshui International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from New York to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from New York to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG). Plan your visit to Kunming in April for a more laid-back experience.

  • The warmest month in Kunming is May, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your New York to KMG plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January has temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from New York to Kunming Changshui International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Kunming

Explore more of China

  • Kaiyuan is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Kunming. Around 161 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Lunachong Village, Lujiang Park and 钟楼.

  • Around 97 kilometres north-east of Kunming, Qujing is another essential stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Zhujiangyuan Ancient Town, Hebin Park and 苗寨.

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