Travelling from London to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG): What you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from London to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG). Explore your options for leaving London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
The timezone in Kunming is UTC+8, which is eight hours ahead of London. Kunming Changshui International Airport is located in Kunming.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from London to KMG.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to KMG. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Have an early flight from London to Kunming Changshui International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near London Heathrow Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 68.18% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Split up your flight from London to Kunming Changshui International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Popular stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and KMG are:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
You can get to LGW from the centre of London in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to KMG flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
From central London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so on public transport.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Stansted Airport and know you'll make it to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early London to Kunming Changshui International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive without delays. At STN, that figure is 64.73%.
About Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
If you have a late flight from London to Kunming Changshui International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near KMG:
The street address for KMG is 004 County Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
Currently, 300 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Kunming Changshui International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 446 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from London to KMG if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from London to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Kunming. July is when most people book flights from London to Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Kunming is May, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your London to KMG plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from London to Kunming Changshui International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Kunming
Once you've booked your flight from London to Kunming Changshui International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kunming:
Yunnan-Tibet Road and Guandu Ancient Town are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Kunming itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at 樱花谷.
Explore more of China
You've done Kunming, now it's time to discover other parts of China. Travel around 161 kilometres south to Kaiyuan to check off its leading sights. From Lunachong Village to Lujiang Park and 钟楼, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 97 kilometres north-east of Kunming, Qujing is another essential stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Zhujiangyuan Ancient Town, Hebin Park and 苗寨.