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Flight deals from Kunming Airport to Phuket Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kunming Airport to Phuket Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £233. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Phuket.£193 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May, returning Tue, 12 May.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kunming on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Phuket on Tue, 12 May, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From £193, select.

Phuket.£196 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Jul, returning Sat, 18 Jul.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kunming on Sat, 11 Jul, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Phuket on Sat, 18 Jul, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From £196, select.

Phuket.£212 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Jun, returning Tue, 23 Jun.Return flight with Thai AirAsia and Thai VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Kunming on Sat, 6 Jun, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Thai VietJet Air, departs from Phuket on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From £212, select.

Phuket.£233 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Apr, returning Wed, 8 Apr.Return flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Kunming on Fri, 3 Apr, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Phuket on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From £233, select.

Phuket.£235 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr, returning Sun, 3 May.Return flight with Thai AirAsia and Nok Air.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Kunming on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Nok Air, departs from Phuket on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From £235, select.

Phuket.£257 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Jul, returning Sat, 1 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kunming on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Phuket on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From £257, select.

Phuket.£276 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Mar, returning Mon, 6 Apr.Return flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Kunming on Sat, 28 Mar, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Phuket on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From £276, select.

Phuket.£306 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Mar, returning Sat, 28 Mar.Return flight with China Eastern and Thai LionAir.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Kunming on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in Phuket.Inbound indirect flight with Thai LionAir, departs from Phuket on Sat, 28 Mar, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From £306, select.

Phuket.£387 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Mar, returning Fri, 27 Mar.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Kunming on Fri, 20 Mar, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Phuket on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Kunming.Price includes taxes and charges.From £387, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kunming to Phuket

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kunming to Phuket flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Kunming to Phuket: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£193
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	3 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airline	China Eastern
Average flights per week	6

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Finding cheap flights from Kunming to Phuket: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Kunming to Phuket?

The best price we found for a return flight from Kunming to Phuket is £193. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Kunming to Phuket?

3 hours and 13 minutes is the average flight time from Kunming to Phuket.

Which airlines fly direct from Kunming to Phuket?

China Eastern flies direct from Kunming to Phuket.

How many flights are there a week from Kunming to Phuket?

As of March 2026, there are 6 flights per week flying from Kunming to Phuket.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kunming to Phuket?

The cheapest month to fly from Kunming to Phuket is usually May.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Kunming Airport to Phuket Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kunming Airport to Phuket Airport on Thursday, 7 May 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Kunming Airport to Phuket Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 13 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Phuket?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Phuket but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Phuket?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Phuket is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Kunming Airport to Phuket with?

Currently, AirAsia and China Eastern offer the cheapest flight tickets to Phuket.

Travelling from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know

The average length of a direct flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Phuket International Airport is 3 hours 5 minutes.
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, making Phuket one hour behind Kunming.
Flights from KMG to HKT start from 14:55 — the earliest with Kunming Airlines. The latest departure is at 17:20 with China Eastern Airlines. In total, there are 14 weekly Kunming Changshui International Airport to Phuket International Airport flights.
Your KMG to HKT flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like April? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Kunming Airlines is your gateway to exploring Phuket (and perhaps some other great corners of Thailand!). Browse the direct flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Phuket International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Kunming Airlines.
China Eastern Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for KMG to HKT flights, with 94.44% of its services arriving on schedule.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Phuket International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between KMG and HKT include:
- Suvarnabhumi Airport
- Tianfu International Airport
- Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)

The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kunming Changshui International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight is £85. A round-trip ticket is currently £193. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from KMG to HKT.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Phuket International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from KMG to HKT.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Phuket International Airport.

Handy information about Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

KMG is located at 004 County Rd.
Kunming Changshui International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from KMG arrive on schedule 85.44% of the time.
To reach Kunming Changshui International Airport from central Kunming, it'll take about 40 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 25 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a handy hotel close to KMG? If you're boarding an early flight from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Phuket International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)

If you're getting in on a late Kunming Changshui International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near HKT:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Phuket International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Phuket and beyond.
Booking your ride from Phuket International Airport about three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket

From Phuket International Airport, Phuket is approximately 20 miles away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)

February is the busiest month for flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Phuket International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Phuket in April.
The warmest month in Phuket is March, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Phuket International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from KMG to HKT sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Thailand

Phuket has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Thailand you should also see. Around 110 miles north-east of Phuket, a visit to Surat Thani will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
Around 110 miles east of Phuket, Nakhon Si Thammarat is another favourite stop in Thailand. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.