Which airports can I use when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming?

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming usually depart from London Gatwick (LGW) and arrive at Kunming Changshui (KMG).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming: • Economy class • Premium Economy Class

Which airports do connecting flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming pass through?

One-stop flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming most commonly connect through: • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 62% of one-stop connections • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 24% of one-stop connections • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 15% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £456 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at £815, a difference of £358. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming?

A direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming takes 00m, covering 5,411 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming?

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 are flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming looking right now?

One-way fares from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £339, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming?

Flying via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 17h 51m, compared to 18h 03m via Beijing Capital (PEK) and 20h 37m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

What is the time difference between London Gatwick Airport and Kunming?

Kunming is 7 hours ahead of London Gatwick Airport (China Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a London Gatwick Airport to Kunming flight?

Return flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming range from £459 to £748, with an average of £593 over the past 12 months. Anything below £459 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming?

Return flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming typically range from £459 to £748. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £434 on China Southern.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming. It’s 24% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 37% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming?

China Southern (£434) and Air China (£459) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming?

Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) is the most popular stopover for the London Gatwick Airport to Kunming route. 62% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via PVG.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming?

Flights via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of £490. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) had the shortest average connection time for London Gatwick Airport to Kunming stopovers at 10h 53m over the past 3 months.

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£434

Typical prices: £459-£748

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Tue 27/11Tue 4/12

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£292

Typical prices: £300-£506

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Fri 12/1

LGW - KMG • 1 stop

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Shortest trip • 17h 51m (one-way)

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Fri, 27 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec

09:50 - 16:10LGW London Gatwick-KMG Kunming Changshui

22h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

17:15 - 06:30KMG Kunming Changshui-LGW London Gatwick

21h 15m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

£434China Southern

Fri, 27 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec

09:50 - 11:50LGW London Gatwick-KMG Kunming Changshui

18h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

17:15 - 06:30KMG Kunming Changshui-LGW London Gatwick

21h 15m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

£441China Southern

Mon, 9 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

11:35 - 14:30LGW London Gatwick-KMG Kunming Changshui

18h 55m1 stop Beijing Capital

21:20 - 07:10KMG Kunming Changshui-LGW London Gatwick

17h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

£459Air China

Tue, 10 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

20:20 - 11:35LGW London Gatwick-KMG Kunming Changshui

31h 15m1 stop Zhengzhou

14:35 - 06:30KMG Kunming Changshui-LGW London Gatwick

23h 55m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

£460China Southern

Mon, 30 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec

09:50 - 13:30LGW London Gatwick-KMG Kunming Changshui

19h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

19:30 - 17:20KMG Kunming Changshui-LGW London Gatwick

29h 50m1 stop Zhengzhou

£508China Southern

Wed, 11 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov

09:50 - 16:10LGW London Gatwick-KMG Kunming Changshui

22h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

17:15 - 06:30KMG Kunming Changshui-LGW London Gatwick

21h 15m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

£511China Southern

Sat, 26 Dec - Fri, 22 Jan

20:20 - 11:35LGW London Gatwick-KMG Kunming Changshui

31h 15m1 stop Zhengzhou

12:40 - 17:20KMG Kunming Changshui-LGW London Gatwick

36h 40m1 stop Zhengzhou

£518China Southern

Wed, 11 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov

10:30 - 17:05LGW London Gatwick-KMG Kunming Changshui

22h 35m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Hengyang

18:10 - 06:30KMG Kunming Changshui-LGW London Gatwick

20h 20m2 stops Hengyang Shanghai Pu Dong

£541China Eastern

Wed, 11 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov

10:30 - 15:15LGW London Gatwick-KMG Kunming Changshui

20h 45m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Fuzhou

17:00 - 06:30KMG Kunming Changshui-LGW London Gatwick

21h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

£541China Eastern

Mon, 28 Dec - Sat, 23 Jan

10:40 - 20:15LGW London Gatwick-KMG Kunming Changshui

25h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

21:20 - 07:10KMG Kunming Changshui-LGW London Gatwick

17h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

£603Air China

Recent last minute flight deals from Gatwick to Kunming

Thu, 22 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

11:15 - 18:35LGW London Gatwick-KMG Kunming Changshui

24h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

21:20 - 07:10KMG Kunming Changshui-LGW London Gatwick

17h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

£782Air China

Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct

11:15 - 18:35LGW London Gatwick-KMG Kunming Changshui

24h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

15:45 - 06:20KMG Kunming Changshui-LGW London Gatwick

22h 35m1 stop Beijing Capital

£802Air China

Thu, 22 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

11:15 - 18:35LGW London Gatwick-KMG Kunming Changshui

24h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

15:50 - 07:10KMG Kunming Changshui-LGW London Gatwick

23h 20m2 stops Chengdu Shanghai Pu Dong

£907Air China

Thu, 22 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov

11:15 - 11:10LGW London Gatwick-KMG Kunming Changshui

16h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

23:00 - 15:35KMG Kunming Changshui-LGW London Gatwick

24h 35m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

£910Multiple Airlines

Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct

11:35 - 14:50LGW London Gatwick-KMG Kunming Changshui

20h 15m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Fuzhou

22:00 - 14:00KMG Kunming Changshui-LGW London Gatwick

24h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

£920China Eastern

Thu, 22 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

11:15 - 18:35LGW London Gatwick-KMG Kunming Changshui

24h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

11:30 - 06:20KMG Kunming Changshui-LGW London Gatwick

26h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital

£1,009Air China

Thu, 22 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct

11:35 - 14:10LGW London Gatwick-KMG Kunming Changshui

19h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

21:20 - 14:00KMG Kunming Changshui-LGW London Gatwick

24h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

£1,312Multiple Airlines

Wed, 21 Oct - Mon, 23 Nov

11:15 - 18:35LGW London Gatwick-KMG Kunming Changshui

24h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

21:20 - 07:10KMG Kunming Changshui-LGW London Gatwick

17h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

£2,479Air China

Thu, 22 Oct - Tue, 24 Nov

11:10 - 00:20LGW London Gatwick-KMG Kunming Changshui

30h 10m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

07:00 - 06:40KMG Kunming Changshui-LGW London Gatwick

31h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

£3,333China Southern

Thu, 22 Oct - Sun, 22 Nov

11:10 - 12:10LGW London Gatwick-KMG Kunming Changshui

18h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

11:55 - 06:30KMG Kunming Changshui-LGW London Gatwick

26h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

£3,335China Southern

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How much is a return flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming departing in November.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming. It’s 24% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 37% higher.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
How long is a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming?
A direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming takes 00m, covering 5,411 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming?
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 London Gatwick Airport to Kunming flight?
Return flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming range from £459 to £748, with an average of £593 over the past 12 months. Anything below £459 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming looking right now?
One-way fares from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £339, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming?
Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming usually depart from London Gatwick (LGW) and arrive at Kunming Changshui (KMG).
Which airports do connecting flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming pass through?
One-stop flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming most commonly connect through:

• Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 62% of one-stop connections
• Beijing Capital (PEK) – 24% of one-stop connections
• Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 15% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £456 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at £815, a difference of £358.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from London Gatwick Airport to Kunming?
Flying via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 17h 51m, compared to 18h 03m via Beijing Capital (PEK) and 20h 37m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).
What is the time difference between London Gatwick Airport and Kunming?
Kunming is 7 hours ahead of London Gatwick Airport (China Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average £456, about £358 less than Wednesday fares (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your London Gatwick Airport to Kunming trip for April. Fares historically average £403 return in that month – typically £424 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
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