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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kunming to Beijing flights are currently cheapest in March.

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Kunming to Beijing? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kunming to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP9,394
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 32 mins
Most popular airlineChina Southern
Average flights per week727

Finding cheap flights from Kunming to Beijing: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Beijing: Beijing Capital and Beijing Daxing.
The best price we found for a return flight from Kunming to Beijing is P9,394. 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.
3 hours and 33 minutes is the average flight time from Kunming to Beijing.
Air China, China Southern and Shenzhen Airlines fly direct from Kunming to Beijing.
As of March 2025, there are 206 flights per week flying from Kunming to Beijing.
The cheapest month to fly from Kunming to Beijing is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Kunming Airport, the cheapest airport near Beijing is Beijing Daxing – which is 44.8 km away from the centre of Beijing. We've found flights into this airport from P9,394.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kunming Airport to Beijing on Wednesday, 28 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 31 minutes.
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 Beijing 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 Beijing is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 4°C. July is typically the warmest month in Beijing, when it usually averages around 32°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -12°C. The rainiest month is July.
Currently, China United Airlines and Hainan Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Beijing.

Flying from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Beijing: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 52 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Beijing.

  • Beijing's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Kunming (the location of Kunming Changshui International Airport).

  • Leave plenty of time to make your flight from KMG to Beijing. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • Nonstop flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Beijing are available for booking. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is where you'll disembark.

  • A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Beijing. Some of the most well-known are:

  • After booking your cheap tickets from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Beijing, get your travel documents in order. A passport or visa isn't necessary since you're travelling within China. As long as you have another valid form of identification, such as a driver's licence or an ID card, you're ready to go.

  • Central Kunming to KMG is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Catching an early flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Beijing? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near KMG:

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

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Beijing is P5,905. The cheapest price for a return flight is P9,394. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from KMG to Beijing, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Beijing throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from KMG to Beijing 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 the price has dropped.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Beijing, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

  • Central Beijing is approximately 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX). As soon as your flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Beijing has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 1 hour and 3 minutes.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near PKX. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from KMG to Beijing:

Best time to go to Beijing

  • July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Beijing while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Beijing, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.

  • Book your flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Beijing for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 35ºC.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from KMG to Beijing in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and 3ºC.

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