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Kunming.ر.ق.‏ 650 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Jul.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Kathmandu on Thu, 31 Jul, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 650, select.
Kunming.ر.ق.‏ 781 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Jun.One-way flight with Thai LionAir.Outbound indirect flight with Thai LionAir, departs from Kathmandu on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 781, select.
Kunming.ر.ق.‏ 863 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 May.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Kathmandu on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 863, select.
Kunming.ر.ق.‏ 927 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Nov.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Kathmandu on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 927, select.
Kunming.ر.ق.‏ 1,175 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 May.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Kathmandu on Mon, 19 May, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 1,175, select.
Kunming.ر.ق.‏ 1,217 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Jan.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Kathmandu on Mon, 5 Jan, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 1,217, select.
Kunming.ر.ق.‏ 1,250 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Jun.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Kathmandu on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 1,250, select.
Kunming.ر.ق.‏ 1,296 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Oct.One-way flight with Thai Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Thai Airways, departs from Kathmandu on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 1,296, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kathmandu to Kunming

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kathmandu to Kunming flights are currently cheapest in July.
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from ر.ق.‏ 1,489
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Kathmandu to Kunming: Alternative routes

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Kathmandu to Kunming: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundر.ق.‏ 650
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time3 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Kathmandu to Kunming: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kathmandu to Kunming is ر.ق.‏ 1,457. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Kathmandu to Kunming.
China Eastern flies direct from Kathmandu to Kunming.
As of May 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Kathmandu to Kunming.
The cheapest month to fly from Kathmandu to Kunming is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kathmandu Airport to Kunming Airport on Wednesday, 21 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 15 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kunming but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kunming is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Sichuan Airlines and China Eastern offer the cheapest flight tickets to Kunming.

Flying from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.

  • Kunming is two hours 12 minutes ahead of Kathmandu and is in the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Flights from KTM to KMG start from 16:35 — the first with China Eastern Airlines. The last service of the day is at 16:55 with China Eastern Airlines. Overall, there are six weekly Tribhuvan International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport flights.

  • Your KTM to KMG flight 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 when you're flying internationally.

  • During popular months such as September, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • China Eastern Airlines is your gateway to exploring Kunming (and perhaps some other great corners of China!). Browse the direct flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is China Eastern Airlines.

  • China Eastern Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for KTM to KMG flights, with 92.31% of services landing as scheduled.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Tribhuvan International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between KTM and KMG include:

    • Tianfu International Airport

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Tribhuvan International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport flight is ر.ق.‏ 650. A round-trip fare right now is ر.ق.‏ 1,457. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Score cheap tickets from KTM to KMG by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from KTM to KMG is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)

  • Central Kathmandu to Tribhuvan International Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Taking an early flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near KTM:

Arriving at Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

Getting from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to central Kunming

  • You'll find KMG at 004 County Rd.

  • From Kunming Changshui International Airport, Kunming is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.

When to fly to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Kunming. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.

  • Book your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport for May if you'd like to go to Kunming during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 28ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KTM to KMG in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC and 16ºC then.

Explore more of China

  • You've visited Kunming, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Travel about 434 kilometres north-east to Guiyang to check off its leading attractions. From Jiaxiu Tower to Hongfu Temple and Guizhou Provincial Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If you're looking to explore another major destination in China, consider Lijiang, roughly 338 kilometres north-west of Kunming. Viewing Platform of Lion Mountain in Lijiang Ancient Town, Black Dragon Pool Park and Lashi Lake are the start of reasons to visit.

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