China Southern Airlines
We, Fr, and Sa
starting at $149
Sichuan Airlines
We
starting at $178
China Eastern Airlines
We, Fr, and Sa
starting at $181
Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Kunming to Shanghai. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.
A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Kunming to Shanghai, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
The airlines on the Kunming — Shanghai route each fly on specific days: China Southern Airlines and China Eastern Airlines fly on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. Sichuan Airlines only flies on Wednesday.
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China Southern Airlines
We, Fr, and Sa
starting at $149
Sichuan Airlines
We
starting at $178
China Eastern Airlines
We, Fr, and Sa
starting at $181
Kunming — Shanghai
06/10/2026
Departure
Direct flight
HO1122
starting at $160
Kunming — Shanghai
06/19/2026
Departure
Direct flight
KY8219
starting at $181
Kunming — Shanghai
07/26/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU5813
starting at $217
Kunming — Shanghai
08/04/2026
Departure
Direct flight
CZ8756
starting at $385
Kunming — Shanghai
08/17/2026
Departure
Direct flight
KY8219
starting at $317
Kunming — Shanghai
06/06/2026
Departure
Direct flight
9C8954
starting at $116
starting at $160
starting at $181
starting at $217
starting at $385
starting at $115
starting at $179
The Kunming — Shanghai route is served by a wide range of airlines: 6 in total, including Juneyao Airlines, Kunming Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Spring Airlines, and Shanghai Airlines. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $115. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.
The cheapest one-way flight from Kunming to Shanghai departs on 06/10/2026, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $115
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Kunming to Shanghai departs on 06/05/2026, is operated by Lucky Air and costs $228
Fastest flight from Kunming to Shanghai takes 2h 55m
There are direct flights on this route 6 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Fr, and Sa
The distance between Kunming and Shanghai is 1938km (1202 miles). The average flight duration is 3h 5m. There are 32 direct flights from Kunming to Shanghai. Kunming and Shanghai are in the same time zone. Flights from Kunming begin at 6:55 AM. The latest flight from Kunming departs at 10:05 PM
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The cheapest flight ticket from Kunming to Shanghai according to data for the last 48 hours costs $115
Often the best time to buy tickets from Kunming to Shanghai is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Kunming to Shanghai can be found flying in these months: June, August, July.
The fastest flights from Kunming to Shanghai start from 2 hours 55 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Kunming — Shanghai: Juneyao Airlines, Kunming Airlines, China Eastern Airlines
The minimum one-way ticket price from Kunming to Shanghai is $115 (June 2026), while the maximum is $196 (July 2026). On average, a ticket costs $163–$376.
Ticket prices for Kunming — Shanghai follow a predictable curve: rise, peak, and decline. This typical seasonal pattern lets you plan your purchase to avoid overpaying.
Prices rise from June 2026 to July 2026 (+71%), then decline from July 2026 to August 2026 (9%). The cheapest tickets are in June 2026–July 2026 (averaging $155), while the priciest are in July 2026–August 2026 ($188).
For savings, plan your flight for June 2026–July 2026 — you could save up to 17%. Try to avoid July 2026–August 2026 when possible: prices are at their highest then.
Price spread on this route is 21.5%. Costs depend heavily on the season, so flexibility in choosing your departure month is especially valuable here.
