Flying from Shanghai to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG): what you need to know
All great adventures start at one of Shanghai's main airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Explore the options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) jetting off from either of these bases.
The average duration of a direct flight from Shanghai to Kunming Changshui International Airport is 3 hours 27 minutes.
Kunming's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Shanghai. Kunming Changshui International Airport is located in Kunming.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) is the most popular route. There are 138 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Sichuan Airlines at 22:30. Go for the first PVG to KMG departure with China Eastern at 06:40 if you want to get going earlier.
Your flight from Shanghai to KMG won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Shanghai to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) depart from this terminal.
A good selection of airlines at PVG offer direct flights from Shanghai to Kunming Changshui International Airport. They include:
PVG is roughly 56 kilometres from central Shanghai. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the quickest route and your public transport options.
In search of a handy hotel near Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to Kunming Changshui International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) offers direct flights from Shanghai to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG).
A range of airlines have direct flights from Shanghai to KMG departing from SHA. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat with any of these carriers and you'll be there before you know it:
Driving from central Shanghai to SHA typically takes 21 minutes, depending on traffic. It's roughly 14 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Shanghai to KMG, chill out in one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
About Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Shanghai to Kunming Changshui International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near KMG:
Getting from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to central Kunming
From Kunming Changshui International Airport, Kunming is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Kunming Changshui International Airport from R 1,355 or travel return from just R 2,710. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
8 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to score cheap tickets from Shanghai to KMG.
To snag the best deal on your tickets from Shanghai to Kunming Changshui International Airport, plan your trip for May (it's when flights are cheapest). Have flexibility with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' search tool to browse the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
July is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai to Kunming Changshui International Airport. To skip the crowds, head for Kunming in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Kunming is May, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Shanghai to KMG in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from Shanghai to Kunming Changshui International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 16ºC on average.
More about Kunming
After locking in your flight from Shanghai to Kunming Changshui International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kunming:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Huiying Village, Anti-Japanese War Memorial Hall and 幻境空间（昆明店） are attractions you won't want to skip in Kunming.
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