Flying from Taipei to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG): What you need to know
Kunming's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Taipei. Kunming Changshui International Airport is located in Kunming.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Taipei to KMG. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as February, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The journey from central Taipei to TPE takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Taipei to Kunming Changshui International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the departures from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, 73% touch down on time at their destination.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
You can arrive at TSA from the centre of Taipei in approximately 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes to travel the 6 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Taipei to KMG flight? Check in to a hotel near Taipei Songshan Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
Taipei Songshan Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 92% of flights departing here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Taipei to Kunming Changshui International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near KMG instead:
You'll find KMG at 004 County Rd.
Getting from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to central Kunming
From Kunming Changshui International Airport, central Kunming is around 24 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
At the moment, ر.ق. 717 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Kunming Changshui International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 1,147. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Taipei to KMG if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. December is the quietest month to visit Kunming. February is when most people book flights from Taipei to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Lock in a Taipei to KMG plane ticket departing in May if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Kunming to range from 13ºC to 28ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Taipei to Kunming Changshui International Airport in January when temperatures are between 1ºC and 16ºC.
More about Kunming
Once you've booked your flight from Taipei to Kunming Changshui International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kunming:
You'll find plenty of awesome things to do in Kunming when you're ready to sightsee. Make your way to Yunnan Grand View Garden followed by Colourful Yunnan Ancient City and Baosheng Temple.
Explore more of China
You've visited Kunming, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Journey about 161 kilometres south to Kaiyuan to check off its leading attractions. From Seven-hole Bridge, Honghe to Nandong Scenic Spot Protection Area and Xinjiang E'er Grassland, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in China, consider Qujing, roughly 97 kilometres northeast of Kunming. Zhujiangyuan Ancient Town, Cuifeng Mountain and Liaokuo Mountain are highlights.
