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Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Kunming

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne Tullamarine to Kunming flights are currently cheapest in February.

Melbourne Tullamarine to Kunming: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Melbourne Tullamarine to Kunming below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kunming.

Melbourne to Kunming: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$620
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Kunming: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Kunming is $620. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Kunming. But we found flights with one or more stops from $620.
As of January 2026, there are no flights flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to Kunming.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Kunming is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kunming Airport on Friday, 6 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne Tullamarine Airport and Kunming Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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, AirAsia X offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kunming.

Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG): what you need to know

  • Kunming's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Kunming three hours behind Melbourne.

  • Your MEL to KMG flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between MEL and KMG include:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

  • Right now, $345 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $620. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from MEL to KMG. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from MEL to KMG by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport.

Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • 67.71% of flights that leave from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near MEL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

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

  • KMG is located at 004 County Rd.

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

When to fly to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

  • April is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Kunming in April.

  • When booking your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Kunming, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 28ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to KMG in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC and 16ºC then.

Explore more of China

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

  • Lijiang is another favourite destination in China and is around 338 kilometres north-west of Kunming. No trip is complete without a visit to Viewing Platform of Lion Mountain in Lijiang Ancient Town, Black Dragon Pool Park and Lashi Lake.

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