$658 Cheap Flights from Kunming (KMG) to Melbourne (MELA) in 2026

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kunming Airport to Melbourne? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,391. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Melbourne.$658 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Sep, returning Mon, 28 Sep.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kunming on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From $658, select.

Melbourne.$770 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Aug, returning Mon, 10 Aug.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kunming on Fri, 7 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From $770, select.

Melbourne.$904 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov, returning Thu, 14 Jan.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Kunming on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From $904, select.

Melbourne.$987 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Jul, returning Mon, 27 Jul.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kunming on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From $987, select.

Melbourne.$1,008 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 May, returning Fri, 29 May.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Kunming on Tue, 26 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 29 May, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,008, select.

Melbourne.$1,119 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Jul, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia and Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kunming on Sun, 19 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,119, select.

Melbourne.$1,220 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Dec, returning Mon, 28 Dec.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Kunming on Fri, 18 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 28 Dec, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,220, select.

Melbourne.$1,254 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 Jan, returning Sat, 16 Jan.Return flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Kunming on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,254, select.

Melbourne.$1,391 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Jun, returning Sat, 27 Jun.Return flight with AirAsia and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kunming on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,391, select.

Melbourne.$1,490 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Feb, returning Wed, 17 Feb.Return flight with AirAsia and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kunming on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,490, 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 September.

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Kunming to Melbourne: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$658
Cheapest month to fly	September

Finding cheap flights from Kunming to Melbourne: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Melbourne?

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.

How much are return flights from Kunming to Melbourne?

The best price we found for a return flight from Kunming to Melbourne is $658. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Kunming to Melbourne?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Kunming to Melbourne. But we found flights with one or more stops from $658.

How many flights are there a week from Kunming to Melbourne?

As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Kunming to Melbourne.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kunming to Melbourne?

The cheapest month to fly from Kunming to Melbourne is usually September.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Melbourne?

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 $658.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Kunming Airport to Melbourne on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kunming Airport to Melbourne on Friday, 18 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Kunming Airport to Melbourne?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Kunming Airport and Melbourne. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I get the best flight deal from Kunming Airport to Melbourne?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Melbourne?

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.

What’s the weather like in Melbourne?

In May, the average temperature is usually around 12°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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Kunming Airport to Melbourne with?

Currently, Scoot offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne.

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

Melbourne is three hours ahead of Kunming, where Kunming Changshui International Airport is located. Melbourne runs on the UTC+11 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your KMG to Melbourne flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from KMG to Melbourne, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
- Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
- Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
- Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
To reach KMG from central Kunming, it'll take about 40 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a hotel close to KMG? If you're catching an early flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Melbourne, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Kunming Changshui International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 85.44% of flights that depart KMG reach their destination without delay.
KMG is located at 004 County Rd.

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

$271 is currently the best price for a one-way Kunming Changshui International Airport to Melbourne flight. A return flight ticket starts from $658. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from KMG to Melbourne, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
Landing cheap tickets from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Melbourne is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the best prices across every month and snap up a sweet deal.
You don't need to keep looking every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from KMG to Melbourne.
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Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

The distance from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel near MEL if you have a late flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Melbourne. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Follow your own route with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and discover more of Melbourne and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from KMG to Melbourne.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

Once your flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Melbourne has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).
The trip will take about 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
You'll find a few comfortable accommodation options within a short drive of AVV. Ease into relaxation mode at Corio Bay Motel after your KMG to Melbourne flight.
Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire make picking up an Avalon Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at AVV can help you lock in a better rate.

Essendon Airport (MEB)

Essendon Airport (MEB) is around 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the city centre in a taxi or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Melbourne.
If you use public transport, the journey will take you about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Find a hotel close to MEB and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late KMG to Melbourne flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:
Begin your travels without worrying about how to arrive at your destination with an Essendon Airport rental car. Book your wheels with reliable suppliers here like East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Melbourne is smart. As well as better prices, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at MEB.

Best time to go to Melbourne

Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Melbourne. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel prices are usually higher and major attractions can get busy. Go to Melbourne in the low season for a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Kunming Changshui International Airport to Melbourne flight ticket with a departure in January if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KMG to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).

More about Melbourne

When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Melbourne right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Melbourne:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are must-visits when exploring Melbourne.

Explore more of Australia

Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, Launceston is another essential stop in Australia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.