How to get from
Shanghai to Kunming
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Spring Airlines3h 25m
Shanghai Hongqiao International AirportKunming Changshui International Airport
US$67One way
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Direct
China Eastern Airlines3h 5m
Shanghai Hongqiao International AirportKunming Changshui International Airport
US$96One way
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Direct
- Prices shown from Shanghai to Kunming are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare transport options from Shanghai to Kunming
The cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Kunming costs only US$42 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 3h 22m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Flights
Fastest
Average price
US$96
Average duration
3h 22m
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Trains
Cheapest
Average price
US$42
Average duration
20h 17m
Departure Time
07:21 - 05:31
Direct options
· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Shanghai to Kunming?
What is the cheapest month to book a one-way flight from Shanghai to Kunming?
For a one-way flight from Shanghai to Kunming, fares are lowest in March (US$111) and highest in February (US$220).
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US$111
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What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Shanghai to Kunming?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Shanghai to Kunming is Monday, with an average price of US$42.
US$42
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From Shanghai to Kunming: Travel Information
Companies operating from Shanghai to Kunming
Find stations and airports near Shanghai and Kunming
Popular airports near Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Jiaxing Nanhu Airport (JNH)
Nearby
Popular airports near Kunming
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
Panzhihua Baoanying Airport (PZI)
Nearby
Popular train stations near Shanghai
Shanghai
Pudong
Shanghaixi(Shanghai West)
Shanghainan(Shanghai South)
Shanghai Hongqiao
Popular train stations near Kunming
Chenggong District
Kunmingnan(Kunming South)
Guangnanwei
Qidian Subdistrict
Qidian
FAQ – How to Get from Shanghai to Kunming
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How far is it from Shanghai to Kunming?
It’s about 1,924 km (1,196 mi) from Shanghai to Kunming. -
How do I get from Shanghai to Kunming?
You can travel from Shanghai to Kunming in 2 different ways: Flights, Trains. -
What’s the fastest way to get from Shanghai to Kunming?
The fastest way to get from Shanghai to Kunming is by Flights, with an average journey time of 3 hours 22 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 20h 17m. -
What’s the cheapest way to travel from Shanghai to Kunming?
The cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Kunming is by Trains, with an average price of US$42. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Flights costs around US$96 on avergae. -
What are the main departure and arrival points between Shanghai and Kunming?
When traveling from Shanghai to Kunming, travelers usually depart from and arrive to the following locations: Flights typically departs from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and arrives at Kunming Changshui International Airport , Trains typically departs from Shanghai and arrives at Chenggong District . -
When should you book tickets from Shanghai to Kunming to get the best deal?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Shanghai to Kunming are usually cheapest (March), with an average price of US$111 Flights from Shanghai to Kunming are usually cheapest (Monday), with an average price of US$42 . -
Are Shanghai and Kunming in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Shanghai and Kunming.