Cheap flights from Kunming to Shanghai

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Cheapest round-trip flights $198
Spring Nonstop 5 hr Fri, May 29 — Sun, May 31
The cheapest round-trip flight from Kunming to Shanghai is currently $198
Cheapest one-way flight $90
Spring Nonstop 5 hr Tue, Jun 9
The cheapest one-way flight from Kunming to Shanghai is currently $90
Last-minute weekend getaway $211
Spring Nonstop 5 hr Fri, May 8 — Sun, May 10
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Kunming to Shanghai is currently $211
Cheapest business class flights $1,764
China Southern Nonstop 4 hr Thu, May 7 — Sun, May 10
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Kunming to Shanghai is currently $1,764
Fastest flight 2 hr 45 min The fastest nonstop flight from Kunming to Shanghai takes 2 hr 45 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Kunming to Shanghai is typically December. The most expensive month to fly is typically February.
December
Cheapest
Typical prices: $180–415
February
Most expensive
Typical prices: $355–650

Popular airlines from Kunming to Shanghai

  • China Eastern
    Nonstop
    Typical price: $410–520
    78 weekly nonstop flights
    KMG - PVG, SHA Every day
    326 weekly connecting flights
    KMG - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Juneyao Airlines
    Nonstop
    26 weekly nonstop flights
    KMG - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Shanghai Airlines
    Nonstop
    21 weekly nonstop flights
    KMG - PVG, SHA Every day
    21 weekly connecting flights
    KMG - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Kunming Airlines
    Nonstop
    14 weekly nonstop flights
    KMG - PVG Every day
  • China Southern
    Nonstop
    from $736
    Typical price: $700–740
    10 weekly nonstop flights
    KMG - PVG Every day
    79 weekly connecting flights
    KMG - PVG, SHA Every day
  • Spring
    Nonstop
    from $203
    Typical price: $190–350
    7 weekly nonstop flights
    KMG - SHA Every day
    33 weekly connecting flights
    KMG - PVG, SHA 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 56 min 134 mi
  • Panzhihua Airport Freight (PZI)
    Panzhihua China 3 hr 54 min 131 mi

Popular airports near Shanghai

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
    Shanghai China 44 min 20 mi
  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
    Shanghai China 27 min 8 mi
  • Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)
    Hangzhou China 2 hr 8 min 93 mi
  • Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX)
    Wuxi China 1 hr 34 min 64 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Kunming to Shanghai

The cheapest flights from Kunming to Shanghai are usually in December. Typical ticket prices in December range from $180 to $415.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Kunming to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with Spring from $198. The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from $90.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Kunming to Shanghai is $736, flying from May 7 to May 10.
  • The cheapest Spring flight from Kunming to Shanghai is $203, flying from Jun 5 to Jun 8.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Kunming to Shanghai starts at $198 from Fri, May 29 to Sun, May 31. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $90 and departs on Tue, Jun 9.
2 hr 45 min is the shortest flight time from Kunming to Shanghai.
Peak travel season is summer (Jun–Sep), when the weather is hot, humid and rainy. Spring (Mar–May) and fall (Oct–Nov) are mild. Winter (Dec–Feb) is cold. Key events and holidays include Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb, dates vary), the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival (Sep/Oct, dates vary) and National Day (Oct).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Kunming to Shanghai.
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 Shanghai 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 Shanghai.

In terms of nonstop flights, China Eastern is the most popular. China Eastern offers 78 nonstop flights and 326 connecting flights per week. China Eastern flies from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .

Other popular airlines flying from Kunming to Shanghai are:
  • Juneyao Airlines offers 26 nonstop flights per week. Juneyao Airlines flies from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • Shanghai Airlines offers 21 nonstop flights and 21 connecting flights per week. Shanghai Airlines flies from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • Kunming Airlines offers 14 nonstop flights per week. Kunming Airlines flies from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) .
  • China Southern offers 10 nonstop flights and 79 connecting flights per week. China Southern flies from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
  • Spring offers 7 nonstop flights and 33 connecting flights per week. Spring flies from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) , Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Kunming and Shanghai.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Kunming to Shanghai recently found on Google Flights was with Spring from $198. The cheapest one-way flight was with Spring from $90.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest China Southern flight from Kunming to Shanghai is $736, flying from May 7 to May 10.
  • The cheapest Spring flight from Kunming to Shanghai is $203, flying from Jun 5 to Jun 8.
China Eastern, Kunming Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Southern, Shanghai Airlines, Air China, Sichuan Airlines, Spring and Lucky Air fly direct from Kunming to Shanghai.
  • There are 78 China Eastern direct flights from Kunming to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 26 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Kunming to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Kunming to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 Kunming Airlines direct flights from Kunming to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 10 China Southern direct flights from Kunming to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Spring direct flights from Kunming to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Kunming and Shanghai at price $211 is offered by Spring from Fri, May 8 to Sun, May 10.
China Eastern, Kunming Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Southern, Shanghai Airlines, Air China, Sichuan Airlines, Spring and Lucky Air fly direct from Kunming to Shanghai.
  • There are 78 China Eastern direct flights from Kunming to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 26 Juneyao Airlines direct flights from Kunming to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 Shanghai Airlines direct flights from Kunming to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 Kunming Airlines direct flights from Kunming to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 10 China Southern direct flights from Kunming to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Spring direct flights from Kunming to Shanghai per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are direct flights from Kunming to Shanghai on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Kunming and Shanghai start at $198 from Fri, May 29 to Sun, May 31 with Spring.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Kunming to Shanghai, 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 Shanghai start at $1,764 from Thu, May 7 to Sun, May 10 with China Southern.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Kunming and Shanghai start at $198 from Fri, May 29 to Sun, May 31.
To book business class trips from Kunming to Shanghai, 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.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Kunming and Shanghai starts at $211 from Fri, May 8 to Sun, May 10 with Spring.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Kunming and Shanghai at price $211 is offered by Spring from Fri, May 8 to Sun, May 10.
To find last-minute flight deals from Kunming to Shanghai, 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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