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Cheapest return flight
£179
Typical prices: £180-£301
Shandong Airlines
Fri 19/10Mon 22/10
KMG - SGN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£92
Typical prices: £102-£122
Shandong Airlines
Sat 10/11
KMG - SGN • 1 stop
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You can fly direct with China Eastern. Average duration is 3h 12m
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Most punctual • 91% on-time
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Cheap Flights from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City (KMG-SGN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City

Mon, 19 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
Shandong Airlines Logo
21:15 - 00:50KMG  Kunming Changshui-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
28h 35m1 stop Qingdao Jiaodong Intl
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02:05 - 12:40SGN  Ho Chi Minh City-KMG Kunming Changshui
33h 35m2 stops Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Nanjing Lukou Intl
£179Shandong Airlines
Fri, 6 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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12:50 - 00:30KMG  Kunming Changshui-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
12h 40m1 stop Jinan
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01:30 - 12:35SGN  Ho Chi Minh City-KMG Kunming Changshui
34h 05m2 stops Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Nanjing Lukou Intl
£182Shandong Airlines
Mon, 19 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
14:45 - 01:50KMG  Kunming Changshui-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
12h 05m1 stop Shenzhen
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02:50 - 13:40SGN  Ho Chi Minh City-KMG Kunming Changshui
9h 50m1 stop Shenzhen
£238Shenzhen Airlines
Mon, 19 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
Sichuan Airlines Logo
07:45 - 22:20KMG  Kunming Changshui-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
15h 35m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
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07:50 - 13:25SGN  Ho Chi Minh City-KMG Kunming Changshui
28h 35m2 stops Chengdu Tianfu Intl Xi'an Xianyang
£420Sichuan Airlines
Mon, 19 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
Sichuan Airlines Logo
07:45 - 22:20KMG  Kunming Changshui-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
15h 35m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Sichuan Airlines Logo
07:50 - 13:25SGN  Ho Chi Minh City-KMG Kunming Changshui
28h 35m2 stops Chengdu Tianfu Intl Xi'an Xianyang
£451Sichuan Airlines
Fri, 6 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:20 - 18:35KMG  Kunming Changshui-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
22h 15m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Hong Kong Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:45 - 21:05SGN  Ho Chi Minh City-KMG Kunming Changshui
24h 20m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Beijing Capital
£533Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City flights

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How much is a return flight from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City?

Return flights from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City start at £179. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £180 to £301. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £179 on Shandong Airlines.

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When to book flights from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City

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Your Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City:

    • Earliest: departs at 13:45 and lands at 16:57
    • Latest: departs at 23:40 and lands at 02:52.

    The flight takes about 3h 12m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City.

  • How long is a flight from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City?

    A direct flight from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City takes 3h 12m, covering 1,016 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City flight?

    Return flights from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City range from £180 to £301, with an average of £223 over the past 12 months. Anything below £180 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £209 return via Shenzhen (SZX), compared with £223 for direct.

  • How does China Eastern's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City flights?

    China Eastern is the only airline operating Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City flights. 91% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by China Eastern. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-500 (winglets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £179 to £533. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City looking right now?

    One-way fares from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £130, which is 19% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City?

    Flights from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City usually depart from Kunming Changshui (KMG) and arrive at Ho Chi Minh City (SGN).

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City route, 9% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 53 minutes.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City pass through Shenzhen (SZX), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City?

    On the Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 55%. Saturday is the cheapest day at £176 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £386 – a £210 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City?

    Only China Eastern operates flights between Kunming and Ho Chi Minh City.

  • What is the time difference between Kunming and Ho Chi Minh City?

    Ho Chi Minh City is 1 hour behind Kunming (Indochina Time vs China Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Ho Chi Minh City?

    Some of the most popular sights in Ho Chi Minh City are Ben Thanh Market and Saigon Central Post Office. These are among the most viewed places in Ho Chi Minh City on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • China Eastern: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average £176 – about £210 less than Thursday (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Shenzhen Airport (SZX) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £209 return on this route – about £14 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Ho Chi Minh City Airport.
    - Eastin Grand Hotel Saigon
    - ibis Saigon Airport
    - First Hotel

Prefer to fly direct from Kunming to Ho Chi Minh City?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Kunming Changshui Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Kunming Changshui to Ho Chi Minh City

Monday

China Eastern

China Eastern

Tuesday

China Eastern

China Eastern

Wednesday

China Eastern

China Eastern

Thursday

China Eastern

China Eastern

Friday

China Eastern

China Eastern

Saturday

China Eastern

China Eastern

Sunday

China Eastern

China Eastern

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Direct returns

Ho Chi Minh City to Kunming Changshui

Monday

China Eastern

China Eastern

Tuesday

China Eastern

China Eastern

Wednesday

China Eastern

China Eastern

Thursday

China Eastern

China Eastern

Friday

China Eastern

China Eastern

Saturday

China Eastern

China Eastern

Sunday

China Eastern

China Eastern

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