Flying from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport is 2 hours 15 minutes.
Kunming's timezone is UTC+8, making Kunming one hour ahead of Bangkok.
Every week, there are 73 Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport flights. To jet off as soon as possible, pick the 07:50 China Eastern Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 21:15 with China Eastern Airlines.
To ensure you get on your BKK to KMG flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
With direct flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport operated by a number of airlines, getting to Kunming (and then other parts of China) is easy. You can travel nonstop with:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Lucky Air on this route.
China Eastern Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating BKK to KMG flights. A dependable 97.3% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BKK and KMG:
Chiang Mai International Airport
Noi Bai International Airport
Wattay International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
92 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport flight. Return flights start from 152 €. These prices can change based on demand.
Book ten months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from BKK to KMG.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
When it comes to Suvarnabhumi Airport's on-time performance, 67.87% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Suvarnabhumi Airport from central Bangkok, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near BKK:
Arriving at Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
If you're getting in on a late Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near KMG:
Getting from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to central Kunming
You'll find KMG at 004 County Rd.
From Kunming Changshui International Airport, Kunming is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
The quietest month for a flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport is April, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Kunming based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Kunming Changshui International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Kunming, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BKK to KMG around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
You've seen Kunming, now it's time to explore more of China. Journey about 434 kilometres north-east to Guiyang to tick off its leading attractions. From Jiaxiu Tower to Hongfu Temple and Guizhou Provincial Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in China, head for Lijiang, about 338 kilometres north-west of Kunming. Viewing Platform of Lion Mountain in Lijiang Ancient Town, Black Dragon Pool Park and Lashi Lake are among its highlights.