On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets from Shantou to Kunming. Flights covering the 1417 km distance operate regularly, with around 14 flights per week on this route.
Service is provided by Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern, and China Southern. Tools for finding the best deals are available on this page, along with information on how to get to Shantou airport and how to reach downtown Kunming upon arrival.
The table shows direct flights Shantou → Kunming on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 30 min. Regular flights are operated by China Southern, Shanghai Airlines and China Eastern. Departures from Jieyang Chaoshan Airport airports, arrivals at Kunming Changshui International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Shantou — Kunming by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 328 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,082 in n. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Shantou → Kunming, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 800 | medium | May | AED 988 | high | Sep | AED 918 | high |
| Feb | AED 941 | high | Jun | AED 706 | low | Oct | AED 1,012 | high |
| Mar | AED 824 | medium | Jul | AED 800 | medium | Nov | AED 800 | medium |
| Apr | AED 824 | medium | Aug | AED 824 | medium | Dec | AED 730 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Kunming is temperate: the warmest month is May with an average temperature of 25°C, while the rainiest period is August, recording up to 26 wet days. In January, temperatures can drop to 4.3°C, making the beginning of the year the coolest season for a trip.
The minimum flight cost was recorded for August 2026, starting AED 441. The most expensive period for booking currently is March 2027, with prices starting AED 1,082.
We recommend considering August as the most budget-friendly option, despite the high probability of precipitation. If you prefer dry weather, look into February or December, when the number of rainy days is minimal.
Three airlines operate on the Shantou — Kunming route, with the main carriers being Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern, and China Southern. A total of about 14 flights are operated per week, including regular direct flights. To view the exact schedule for specific days of the week and compare flight conditions, check out the detailed airline cards in the list below.
Flights Shantou — Kunming depart from Jieyang Chaoshan Airport and arrive at Kunming Changshui International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 1417 km. The approximate direct flight time is about 1 hour 40 minutes, excluding taxiing time at the airport.
Regular flights between Shantou and Kunming are operated by Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern, and China Southern.
Flight prices depend on the season and booking time. You can always check the current minimum prices for your desired dates in the low price calendar on this page.
Flights from Shantou arrive at Kunming's international airport — Changshui (KMG).
To find the best deals, it is recommended to check prices 4–6 weeks before departure and use price dynamics charts to track seasonal price drops.
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