Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG): what you need to know
Kunming's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Kunming eight hours ahead of London.
Your LGW to KMG flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LGW and KMG:
Beijing Capital International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
Right now, $689 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $916. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from LGW to KMG, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from LGW to KMG is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of the departures from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% land on time at their destination.
To reach London Gatwick Airport from central London, it takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 80 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to LGW? If you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
Book a hotel near KMG if you're on a late London Gatwick Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to central Kunming
The street address for KMG is 004 County Rd.
Kunming Changshui International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Kunming. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport is April, while April is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Kunming based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport for May if you want to go to Kunming during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 28ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from LGW to KMG sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
You've seen Kunming, now it's time to discover more of China. Journey about 434 kilometres north-east to Guiyang to check off its top sights. From Jiaxiu Tower to Hongfu Temple and Guizhou Provincial Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
Lijiang is another must-experience destination in China and is around 338 kilometres north-west of Kunming. No trip is complete without visiting Viewing Platform of Lion Mountain in Lijiang Ancient Town, Black Dragon Pool Park and Lashi Lake.