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Flight deals from Kunming to Melbourne

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kunming to Melbourne? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Melbourne.C$237 per passenger.Departing Thu., Mar. 5.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kunming on Thu., Mar. 5, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$237, select.
Melbourne.C$258 per passenger.Departing Mon., Nov. 17.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Kunming on Mon., Nov. 17, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$258, select.
Melbourne.C$274 per passenger.Departing Thu., Oct. 30.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kunming on Thu., Oct. 30, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$274, select.
Melbourne.C$390 per passenger.Departing Sat., Dec. 20.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Kunming on Sat., Dec. 20, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$390, select.
Melbourne.C$430 per passenger.Departing Thu., Sep. 18.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Kunming on Thu., Sep. 18, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$430, select.
Melbourne.C$480 per passenger.Departing Sat., Apr. 25.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kunming on Sat., Apr. 25, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$480, select.
Melbourne.C$593 per passenger.Departing Sat., Jun. 6.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kunming on Sat., Jun. 6, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$593, select.
Melbourne.C$614 per passenger.Departing Sun., May 24.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kunming on Sun., May 24, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$614, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kunming to Melbourne

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kunming to Melbourne flights are currently cheapest in March.
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from C$430
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from C$274
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from C$258
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from C$390
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from C$681
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from C$685
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from C$237
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from C$480
May
from C$614
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from C$593
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from C$1,365
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Kunming to Melbourne: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundC$237
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from Kunming to Melbourne: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.
The best price we found for a return flight from Kunming to Melbourne is C$634. 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 Kunming to Melbourne. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$634.
As of September 2025, there are no flights flying from Kunming to Melbourne.
The cheapest month to fly from Kunming to Melbourne is usually October.
If you're flying from Kunming Airport, the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine – which is 18.8 km away from the centre of Melbourne. We've found flights into this airport from C$634.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kunming Airport to Melbourne on Thursday, October 16, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Kunming Airport and Melbourne. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Melbourne 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 Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In September, the average temperature is usually around 11°C. February is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Shandong Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne.

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

  • Melbourne is 3 hours ahead of Kunming, where Kunming Changshui International Airport is located. Melbourne operates on the UTC+11 timezone.

  • Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from KMG to Melbourne. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from KMG to Melbourne. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up the journey at one of these airports:

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

    • Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

  • You will need an e-visa for Australia if you have a passport from China and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Melbourne, check with your airline and the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most recent updates.

  • To get to KMG from central Kunming, it'll take about 40 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • After a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near KMG. Whether you've booked an early flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Melbourne or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:

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

  • C$237 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Melbourne. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$634. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • To find cheap tickets from KMG to Melbourne, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Melbourne across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from looking for cheap tickets from KMG to Melbourne every day.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Melbourne. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to the centre of Melbourne is around 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 42 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Melbourne. Book one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • Avalon Airport (AVV) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. Following your flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 51 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • You can expect the trip to take roughly 2 hours and 4 minutes on public transport.

  • Settle in and unpack not long after your flight from KMG to Melbourne at Little River Bed and Breakfast. This comfortable accommodation option is a short drive from AVV.

Best time to go to Melbourne

  • July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Melbourne while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Melbourne, consider your preferred travel pace and style.

  • Lock in your flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Melbourne for January to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.

  • July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap flights from KMG to Melbourne sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

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