Cheap flights from Kunming to Xining

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Cheapest round-trip flights $884
Hainan 1 stop 17 hr Thu, Apr 30 — Mon, May 4
The cheapest round-trip flight from Kunming to Xining is currently $884
Cheapest one-way flight $427
Shenzhen 1 stop 17 hr Sat, May 2
The cheapest one-way flight from Kunming to Xining is currently $427
Cheapest business class flights $2,321
China Southern 1 stop 10 hr Thu, Apr 30 — Mon, May 4
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Kunming to Xining is currently $2,321
Fastest flight 2 hr 5 min The fastest nonstop flight from Kunming to Xining takes 2 hr 5 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

Popular airlines from Kunming to Xining

  • China Eastern
    Nonstop
    7 weekly nonstop flights
    KMG - XNN Every day
    216 weekly connecting flights
    KMG - XNN Every day
  • Ruili Airlines
    Nonstop
    5 weekly nonstop flights
    KMG - XNN Every Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
    14 weekly connecting flights
    KMG - XNN Every day
  • China Southern
    from $1,089
    42 weekly connecting flights
    KMG - XNN Every day
  • Air China
    39 weekly connecting flights
    KMG - XNN Every day
  • Lucky Air
    25 weekly connecting flights
    KMG - XNN Every day
  • Tibet Airlines
    21 weekly connecting flights
    KMG - XNN Every day

Popular airports near Kunming

  • Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
    Kunming China 43 min 16 mi
  • Dali Airport (DLU)
    Dali China 4 hr 4 min 165 mi
  • Xingyi Airport (ACX)
    Xingyi China 3 hr 50 min 134 mi
  • Panzhihua Airport Freight (PZI)
    Panzhihua China 3 hr 52 min 131 mi

Popular airports near Xining

  • Xining Caojiabao Airport (XNN)
    Xining China 33 min 16 mi
  • Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (LHW)
    Lanzhou China 2 hr 28 min 102 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Kunming to Xining

The cheapest round-trip flight from Kunming to Xining recently found on Google Flights was with Hainan from $884. The cheapest one-way flight was with Shenzhen from $427.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Kunming to Xining is $1,089, flying from Apr 30 to May 4.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Kunming to Xining starts at $884 from Thu, Apr 30 to Mon, May 4. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $427 and departs on Sat, May 2.
2 hr 5 min is the shortest flight time from Kunming to Xining.
Many travelers visit in summer (Jun–Aug), when the weather's mild and a cool wind often blows. Winter (Nov–Feb) is cold and dry, with occasional snow. Winter overnight temperatures fall well below freezing. Apr sees thousands of migrating birds nest at Qinghai Lake's Bird Island.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Kunming to Xining.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Kunming to Xining really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Kunming to Xining.

In terms of nonstop flights, China Eastern is the most popular. China Eastern offers 7 nonstop flights and 216 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Xining Caojiabao Airport (XNN) .

Other popular airlines flying from Kunming to Xining are:
  • Ruili Airlines offers 5 nonstop flights and 14 connecting flights per week. Ruili Airlines flies from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Xining Caojiabao Airport (XNN) .
  • China Southern offers 42 connecting flights per week. China Southern flies from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Xining Caojiabao Airport (XNN) .
  • Air China offers 39 connecting flights per week. Air China flies from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Xining Caojiabao Airport (XNN) .
  • Lucky Air offers 25 connecting flights per week. Lucky Air flies from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Xining Caojiabao Airport (XNN) .
  • Tibet Airlines offers 21 connecting flights per week. Tibet Airlines flies from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Xining Caojiabao Airport (XNN) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Kunming and Xining.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Kunming to Xining recently found on Google Flights was with Hainan from $884. The cheapest one-way flight was with Shenzhen from $427.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Kunming to Xining is $1,089, flying from Apr 30 to May 4.
China Eastern and Ruili Airlines fly direct from Kunming to Xining.
  • There are 7 China Eastern direct flights from Kunming to Xining per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 5 Ruili Airlines direct flights from Kunming to Xining per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
China Eastern and Ruili Airlines fly direct from Kunming to Xining.
  • There are 7 China Eastern direct flights from Kunming to Xining per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 5 Ruili Airlines direct flights from Kunming to Xining per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are direct flights from Kunming to Xining on a daily basis.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Kunming to Xining, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Kunming and Xining start at $2,321 from Thu, Apr 30 to Mon, May 4 with China Southern.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Kunming and Xining start at $884 from Thu, Apr 30 to Mon, May 4.
To book business class trips from Kunming to Xining, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
To find last-minute flight deals from Kunming to Xining, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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