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Flights from Kunming to Beijing

Nonstop flights from Kunming (KMG) to Beijing (PEK) take about 3h 7m (2,094 km). Sichuan Airlines, Air China and Lucky Air fly it. Lowest fare seen: $93 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Kunming to Beijing

Carriers on KMG–PEK according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Sichuan Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ Air Chinanonstop fare seen✈ Lucky Airnonstop fare seen

Kunming to Beijing fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $93 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$9326 Oct 2026 · Sichuan Airlines—
Nov 2026$10014 Nov 2026—
Dec 2026$11029 Dec 2026—
Jan 2027$1489 Jan 2027—
Feb 2027$2054 Feb 2027—
Mar 2027$2079 Mar 2027—
Apr 2027$3298 Apr 2027 · Air China$294 · 1 stop6 Apr 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $93 in October 2026, against $110 at best later on.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Kunming to Beijing, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Beijing

Based on weather and travel conditions in China

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China is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Kunming to Beijing flights

How long is the flight from Kunming to Beijing?
A nonstop flight from Kunming (KMG) to Beijing (PEK) takes about 3h 7m, covering 2,094 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Kunming from Beijing by air?
The great-circle distance between Kunming Changshui International Airport and Beijing Capital International Airport is 2,094 km (1,301 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Kunming to Beijing?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the KMG–PEK route include Sichuan Airlines, Air China and Lucky Air. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Kunming to Beijing cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on KMG–PEK was $93 USD with Sichuan Airlines (nonstop), departing 26 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Kunming to Beijing?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in October 2026 were cheapest, from $93 one-way, against $294 for April 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Kunming to China?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter China visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Beijing?
China is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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