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Flight deals from Kunming to Beijing Capital

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kunming Airport to Beijing Capital Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $805. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Beijing.$635 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug, returning Tue, 18 Aug.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hainan Airlines departs from Kunming on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound direct flight with Hainan Airlines departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From $635, select.

Beijing.$785 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Dec, returning Mon, 28 Dec.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Kunming on Mon, 14 Dec, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 28 Dec, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From $785, select.

Beijing.$789 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul, returning Sun, 2 Aug.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Kunming on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From $789, select.

Beijing.$805 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Jul, returning Sun, 5 Jul.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Kunming on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Sun, 5 Jul, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From $805, select.

Beijing.$814 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with Hainan Airlines and Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Kunming on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From $814, select.

Beijing.$835 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep, returning Fri, 11 Sep.Return flight with Thai AirAsia and Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Kunming on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Beijing Capital on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From $835, select.

Beijing.$876 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with Thai AirAsia and Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Kunming on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From $876, select.

Beijing.$1,223 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Mon, 26 Oct.Return flight with China Eastern and Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Kunming on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,223, select.

Beijing.$1,518 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Mon, 26 Oct.Return flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Kunming on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound direct flight with Air China departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,518, select.

Beijing.$1,546 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Dec, returning Mon, 28 Dec.Return flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from Kunming on Mon, 14 Dec, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound direct flight with Air China departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 28 Dec, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,546, select.

Beijing.$1,868 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Fri, 20 Nov.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Kunming on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,868, select.

Beijing.$1,870 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Tue, 13 Oct.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Kunming on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,870, select.

Beijing.$1,877 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Oct, returning Wed, 11 Nov.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Kunming on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,877, select.

Beijing.$1,885 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct, returning Thu, 5 Nov.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Kunming on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Beijing Capital on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,885, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kunming to Beijing Capital

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kunming to Beijing Capital flights are currently cheapest in August.

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Kunming to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$635
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	3 hrs, 43 mins
Most popular airline	Air China
Average flights per week	176

Finding cheap flights from Kunming to Beijing Capital: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Kunming to Beijing Capital?

The best price we found for a return flight from Kunming to Beijing Capital is $635. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Kunming to Beijing Capital?

3 hours and 43 minutes is the average flight time from Kunming to Beijing Capital.

Which airlines fly direct from Kunming to Beijing Capital?

Air China, Shandong Airlines and Shenzhen Airlines fly direct from Kunming to Beijing Capital.

How many flights are there a week from Kunming to Beijing Capital?

As of June 2026, there are 176 flights per week flying from Kunming to Beijing Capital.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kunming to Beijing Capital?

The cheapest month to fly from Kunming to Beijing Capital is usually August.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kunming Airport to Beijing Capital Airport on Tuesday, 11 August 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Kunming Airport to Beijing Capital Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 43 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Beijing Capital?

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 Beijing Capital 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 Beijing?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Beijing is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

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

Currently, Hainan Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Beijing Capital.

Flying from Kunming Airport (KMG) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK): what you need to know

The average length of a direct flight from Kunming Airport to Beijing Capital Airport is 3 hours 45 minutes.
Kunming and Beijing are in the same timezone, UTC+8.
Each week, there are 79 Kunming Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your KMG to PEK flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
There are plenty of direct flights from Kunming Airport to Beijing Capital Airport to choose from. When planning your Beijing journey, these carriers can fly you nonstop to this exciting part of China:
Air China is the top choice for travellers on this route.
With an impressive 95.71% of services arriving as planned, Hainan Airlines has the best on-time record for KMG to PEK flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kunming Airport to Beijing Capital Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between KMG and PEK include:
- Chengdu Tianfu International Airport
- Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
- Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kunming Airport (KMG) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)

At the moment, $141 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kunming Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $635. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from KMG to PEK. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Kunming Airport to Beijing Capital Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from KMG to PEK.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kunming Airport to Beijing Capital Airport.

Handy information about Kunming Airport (KMG)

The address for KMG is 004 County Rd.
Kunming Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 86% of flights that take off from KMG reach their destination on time.
To reach Kunming Airport from central Kunming, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 40 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near KMG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Kunming Airport to Beijing Capital Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)

Consider booking a hotel near PEK if you're on a late Kunming Airport to Beijing Capital Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Venture beyond Beijing and explore places outside the usual tourist stops with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Beijing Capital Airport rental car from Hertz.
To get the best possible deal, reserve your vehicle from Beijing Capital Airport several weeks in advance. Prices generally rise as your departure date approaches.

Getting from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to central Beijing

The street address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
From Beijing Capital Airport, Beijing is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)

It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Kunming Airport to Beijing Capital Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Beijing. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Kunming Airport to Beijing Capital Airport for June if you'd like to explore Beijing during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KMG to PEK in January. Temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.

Explore more of China

Beijing has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of China you'll want to see. About 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a trip to Tianjin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
Around 418 kilometres south of Beijing, Tai'an is another favourite stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake.