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Cheap Flights from Kunming (KMG) to Shanghai Pudong (PVG)

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Flight deals from Kunming to Shanghai Pudong

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Kunming to Shanghai Pudong? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Shanghai.$69 per passenger.Departing Mon, Oct 20.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departing from Kunming on Mon, Oct 20, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $69, select.
Shanghai.$70 per passenger.Departing Fri, Sep 19.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departing from Kunming on Fri, Sep 19, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $70, select.
Shanghai.$89 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jun 20.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departing from Kunming on Fri, Jun 20, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $89, select.
Shanghai.$111 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jun 22.One-way flight with Juneyao Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Juneyao Airlines departing from Kunming on Sun, Jun 22, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $111, select.
Shanghai.$129 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 20.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departing from Kunming on Wed, Aug 20, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $129, select.
Shanghai.$130 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 2.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departing from Kunming on Wed, Jul 2, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $130, select.
Shanghai.$188 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jan 6.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departing from Kunming on Tue, Jan 6, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $188, select.
Shanghai.$194 per passenger.Departing Thu, Nov 6.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departing from Kunming on Thu, Nov 6, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $194, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kunming to Shanghai Pudong

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kunming to Shanghai Pudong flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jun
from $89
Jul
from $130
Aug
from $129
Sep
from $70
Oct
from $69
Nov
from $194
Dec
from $318
Jan
from $188
Feb
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Mar
from $217
Apr
from $319
May
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Direct flights from Kunming to Shanghai Pudong

Kunming to Shanghai Pudong: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Kunming to Shanghai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Shanghai Pudong.

Kunming to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$69
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time3 hrs, 11 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week251

Finding cheap flights from Kunming to Shanghai Pudong: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Kunming to Shanghai Pudong is $139. 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.
3 hours and 11 minutes is the average flight time from Kunming to Shanghai Pudong.
China Eastern, Sichuan Airlines and Xiamen Airlines fly direct from Kunming to Shanghai Pudong.
There are 177 flights per week flying from Kunming to Shanghai Pudong, as of June 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Kunming to Shanghai Pudong is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kunming Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport on Friday, September 19, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 11 minutes.
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 Shanghai Pudong 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 Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Spring Airlines and China Eastern offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai Pudong.

Traveling from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.

  • Kunming and Shanghai share the same timezone, UTC+8.

  • Each week, there are 144 Kunming Changshui International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flights. To be on board early, jump on the 07:30 China Eastern Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 22:30 with Shanghai Airlines.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your KMG to PVG flight.

  • During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • There are plenty of direct flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport to pick from. When organizing your Shanghai journey, these airlines can fly you nonstop to this unmissable part of China:

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Sichuan Airlines.

  • China Southern Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for KMG to PVG flights, with 95.06% of services reaching their destination on schedule.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between KMG and PVG include:

    • Zhaotong Airport

    • Wuhan Tianhe International Airport

    • Jinggangshan Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • $69 is the lowest price for a one-way Kunming Changshui International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. Return flights start at $139. These fares may change depending on availability.

  • Score cheap tickets from KMG to PVG by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from KMG to PVG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

  • KMG is located at 004 County Rd.

  • 85.44% of flights leaving Kunming Changshui International Airport reach their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of KMG.

  • To reach Kunming Changshui International Airport from central Kunming, it takes around 40 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 25 miles from the airport to the city center.

  • Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near KMG. Whether you have an early flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai

  • The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport to central Shanghai has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 35 miles away.

When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • April is the most popular month for flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Shanghai in April.

  • When booking your flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 73ºF to 93ºF.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KMG to PVG in January. Average temperatures are between 30ºF and 50ºF then.

Explore more of China

  • Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Shanghai. Around 170 miles away to the west, top sights here include Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

  • Around 50 miles west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another essential stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.

Plan the rest of your trip from Kunming to Shanghai

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