Sichuan Airlines
Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Fr
starting at $124
Spring Airlines
Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Fr
starting at $119
China Eastern Airlines
Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Fr
starting at $194
Air China
Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Fr
starting at $145
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 Shanghai to Kunming. 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 Shanghai to Kunming, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
None of the 4 airlines on the Shanghai — Kunming route fly every day: Sichuan Airlines, Spring Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, and Air China fly every day except Sunday and Saturday.
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Sichuan Airlines
Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Fr
starting at $124
Spring Airlines
Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Fr
starting at $119
China Eastern Airlines
Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Fr
starting at $194
Air China
Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Fr
starting at $145
Shanghai — Kunming
06/12/2026
Departure
Direct flight
CZ3677
starting at $181
Shanghai — Kunming
06/30/2026
Departure
Direct flight
KY8222
starting at $263
Shanghai — Kunming
07/01/2026
Departure
Direct flight
CZ8755
starting at $342
Shanghai — Kunming
07/20/2026
Departure
Direct flight
CZ8755
starting at $406
Shanghai — Kunming
09/18/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU6483
starting at $578
Shanghai — Kunming
10/17/2026
Departure
Direct flight
HO1083
starting at $481
Shanghai — Kunming
06/05/2026
Departure
Direct flight
CZ3677
starting at $149
Shanghai — Kunming
06/07/2026
Departure
Direct flight
KY8218
starting at $125
Shanghai — Kunming
10/20/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU5812
starting at $480
starting at $149
starting at $125
starting at $181
starting at $481
starting at $96
More than 5 airlines operate flights from Shanghai to Kunming, including China Southern Airlines, Kunming Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, and Spring Airlines. This is a popular route, so passengers can choose tickets based on budget and preferences. Ticket prices start from $96, and our service lets you instantly compare all options. The variety of offers simplifies planning: you can choose budget fares or more comfortable options with baggage included or extra services. We help you find the best deals so your trip is cost-efficient.
The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Kunming departs on 10/19/2026, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $96
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Kunming departs on 08/18/2026, is operated by China Southern Airlines and costs $348
Fastest flight from Shanghai to Kunming takes 3h 10m
There are direct flights on this route 6 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Fr, and Sa
The distance between Shanghai and Kunming is 1938km (1202 miles). The average flight duration is 3h 32m. There are 195 direct flights from Shanghai to Kunming. Shanghai and Kunming are in the same time zone. Flights from Shanghai begin at 6:45 AM. The latest flight from Shanghai departs at 10:10 PM
We couldn't find any special offers for flights from Shanghai to Kunming
The cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Kunming according to data for the last 48 hours costs $96
Often the best time to buy tickets from Shanghai to Kunming is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Shanghai to Kunming can be found flying in these months: October, June, September.
The fastest flights from Shanghai to Kunming start from 3 hours 10 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Shanghai — Kunming: China Southern Airlines, Kunming Airlines, China Eastern Airlines
The cost of a one-way flight from Shanghai to Kunming ranges from $96 (October 2026) to $181 (July 2026). On average, the ticket price is about $110–$123.
Ticket prices for Shanghai — Kunming are higher at the start and end of the period but lowest in the middle. This creates a convenient window for booking at a reduced price.
Prices fall from July 2026 to October 2026 (47%), then rise from June 2026 to July 2026 (+70%). The best period is September 2026–October 2026 ($103), the most expensive is July 2026–September 2026 ($145).
The best time to buy is September 2026–October 2026, when prices are at their lowest. This can save you up to 29% compared to the expensive months (July 2026–September 2026).
Monthly price variation is 27.4%. On this route, your departure date noticeably affects the cost, and choosing wisely can lead to real savings.