Travelling from Bangkok to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Bangkok. Explore your options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when searching for a flight from Bangkok to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG).
Approximately 2 hours 13 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Bangkok to Kunming Changshui International Airport.
Kunming is 1 hour ahead of Bangkok. Kunming Changshui International Airport is located in Kunming, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
With 73 direct flights a week between the two airports, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) is the busiest route. China Eastern operates the earliest flight at 07:50. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest departure from BKK to KMG is with China Eastern at 21:15.
Your flight from Bangkok to KMG won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
You can hop on a direct flight from Bangkok to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Choose from a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from Bangkok to Kunming Changshui International Airport leaving from BKK. Book your seat with one of these:
We make it a cinch to book a flight from Bangkok to KMG with a stopover. To see your options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between BKK and KMG include:
Wattay International Airport (VTE)
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
From the centre of Bangkok, BKK is around 32 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Have an early flight from Bangkok to Kunming Changshui International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Suvarnabhumi Airport:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from Bangkok to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)? Check out the fares departing from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
From DMK, direct flights from Bangkok to KMG can be booked with Thai AirAsia.
Make the most of your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Bangkok to Kunming Changshui International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you want to do, here's where you can stop between Don Mueang International Airport and KMG:
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
DMK is around 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Start your vacation early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Bangkok to KMG, kick back in one of these hotels close to Don Mueang International Airport:
About Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
Consider staying in a hotel near KMG if you're catching a late flight from Bangkok to Kunming Changshui International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to central Kunming
Kunming Changshui International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Kunming. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
C$149 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Kunming Changshui International Airport. Return flights start from C$308. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as early as possible to lock in flight tickets from Bangkok to KMG. You're more likely to score a great deal and enjoy a wider selection of flight times and travel dates.
Getting flight tickets from Bangkok to Kunming Changshui International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when the fares drop. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for flight tickets from Bangkok to KMG.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
July is the most popular month for flights from Bangkok to Kunming Changshui International Airport. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Kunming in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Kunming is May, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Bangkok to KMG in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from Bangkok to Kunming Changshui International Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 16ºC on average.
More about Kunming
Start your Kunming trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Kunming Changshui International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Huiying Village and Anti-Japanese War Memorial Hall are just two of the top attractions to add to your Kunming travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at 幻境空间(昆明店).
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