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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Penang Airport to Kunming Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $445. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Penang to Kunming

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

Direct flights from Penang to Kunming

Penang to Kunming: Alternative routes

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

George Town to Kunming: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$364
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time3 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineBatikAir Malaysia
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from Penang to Kunming: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Penang to Kunming is $364. 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 20 minutes is the average flight time from Penang to Kunming.
BatikAir Malaysia flies direct from Penang to Kunming.
As of June 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from Penang to Kunming.
The cheapest month to fly from Penang to Kunming is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Penang Airport to Kunming Airport on Wednesday, 23 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 20 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, AirAsia and BatikAir Malaysia offer the cheapest flight tickets to Kunming.

Travelling from Penang Airport (PEN) to Kunming Airport (KMG): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Penang Airport to Kunming Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.

  • Kunming's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as George Town.

  • To ensure you catch your PEN to KMG flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Flying during a peak time like April? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Jetting into Kunming (and then discovering more of China!) is a cinch with BatikAir Malaysia. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Penang Airport to Kunming Airport.

  • The airline most travellers fly with on this route is BatikAir Malaysia.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Penang Airport to Kunming Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between PEN and KMG include:

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport

    • Singapore Changi Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Penang Airport (PEN) to Kunming Airport (KMG)

  • Currently, $205 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Penang Airport to Kunming Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $364. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from PEN to KMG, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your flight from Penang Airport to Kunming Airport.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from PEN to KMG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

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

Handy information about Penang Airport (PEN)

  • 68% of flights departing from Penang Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • To reach Penang Airport from central George Town, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.

  • Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near PEN. Whether you have an early flight from Penang Airport to Kunming Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Kunming Airport (KMG)

Getting from Kunming Airport (KMG) to central Kunming

  • You'll find KMG at 004 County Rd.

  • From Kunming Airport, Kunming is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.

When to fly to Kunming Airport (KMG)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Penang Airport to Kunming Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Kunming based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • The warmest month in Kunming is May, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Penang Airport to Kunming Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from PEN to KMG in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC and 16ºC on average.

Explore more of China

  • Kunming is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be explored. About 434 kilometres north-east of Kunming, a trip to Guiyang will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Jiaxiu Tower, Guanyin Cave and Yelang Ancient City.

  • Around 338 kilometres north-west of Kunming, Lijiang is another essential stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Elephant Mountain, Cherry Blossom Avenue and Hali Valley.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.