What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Kunming Changshui?

Air China and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Kunming Changshui

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Kunming Changshui Airport?

Prices for flights from Chicago to Kunming Changshui Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Kunming Changshui Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Kunming Changshui Airport is 1 as of January 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Kunming Changshui Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Kunming Changshui Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kunming Changshui Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Kunming Changshui Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Kunming Changshui Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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6:25 am - 10:35 pm

ORD

KMG

27h 10m

2 stops

7:20 am - 11:30 pm

KMG

ORD

29h 10m

2 stops

$1,197China Eastern

Thu, Apr 16 - Thu, Oct 15

8:31 am - 1:15 am

ORD

KMG

27h 44m

2 stops

7:20 am - 11:30 pm

KMG

ORD

29h 10m

2 stops

$1,198Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 15 - Thu, Oct 15

12:25 pm - 10:45 pm

ORD

KMG

21h 20m

1 stop

11:30 pm - 9:30 am

KMG

ORD

23h 00m

1 stop

$1,206Korean Air

Tue, Mar 17 - Mon, Sep 14

6:25 am - 12:35 am

ORD

KMG

29h 10m

2 stops

7:20 am - 11:30 pm

KMG

ORD

29h 10m

2 stops

$1,220China Eastern

Thu, Apr 16 - Fri, Oct 16

12:20 pm - 10:10 pm

ORD

KMG

20h 50m

1 stop

11:30 pm - 9:30 am

KMG

ORD

23h 00m

1 stop

$1,256Korean Air

Sat, Apr 18 - Sun, Oct 18

12:20 pm - 10:10 pm

ORD

KMG

20h 50m

1 stop

11:30 pm - 9:30 am

KMG

ORD

23h 00m

1 stop

$1,306Korean Air

Sat, Apr 18 - Fri, Oct 16

6:45 am - 12:55 am

ORD

KMG

29h 10m

2 stops

7:20 am - 11:45 pm

KMG

ORD

29h 25m

2 stops

$1,314Multiple Airlines

Mon, Mar 16 - Wed, Sep 16

4:00 pm - 11:40 am

ORD

KMG

30h 40m

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11:30 pm - 9:30 am

KMG

ORD

23h 00m

1 stop

$1,371Multiple Airlines

Mon, Mar 16 - Wed, Sep 16

6:25 am - 10:35 pm

ORD

KMG

27h 10m

2 stops

7:20 am - 11:30 pm

KMG

ORD

29h 10m

2 stops

$1,383China Eastern

Thu, Apr 16 - Sat, Oct 17

8:31 am - 12:35 am

ORD

KMG

27h 04m

2 stops

7:20 am - 11:30 pm

KMG

ORD

29h 10m

2 stops

$1,394Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 15 - Sat, Oct 17

China Eastern flights from Chicago to Kunming

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China Eastern

Apr 16

ORD6:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl

27h 10m

2 stops

KMG10:35 pmKunming Changshui

Oct 15

KMG7:20 amKunming Changshui

29h 10m

2 stops

ORD11:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,197

China Eastern

Apr 16

ORD6:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl

29h 10m

2 stops

KMG12:35 amKunming Changshui

Oct 16

KMG7:20 amKunming Changshui

29h 10m

2 stops

ORD11:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,220

China Eastern

Apr 16

ORD6:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl

27h 10m

2 stops

KMG10:35 pmKunming Changshui

Oct 17

KMG7:20 amKunming Changshui

29h 10m

2 stops

ORD11:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,383

Korean Air flights from Chicago to Kunming

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Korean Air

Mar 17

ORD12:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

21h 20m

1 stop

KMG10:45 pmKunming Changshui

Sep 16

KMG11:30 pmKunming Changshui

23h 00m

1 stop

ORD9:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,206

Korean Air

Apr 18

ORD12:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 50m

1 stop

KMG10:10 pmKunming Changshui

Oct 18

KMG11:30 pmKunming Changshui

23h 00m

1 stop

ORD9:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,256

Korean Air

Apr 18

ORD12:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 50m

1 stop

KMG10:10 pmKunming Changshui

Oct 16

KMG11:30 pmKunming Changshui

23h 00m

1 stop

ORD9:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,306

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ChicagoKunming

ORD - KMG

ORDKMG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/16

6:25 am-10:35 pm

2 stops27h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 10/15

7:20 am-11:30 pm

2 stops29h 10m

$1,197

ChicagoKunming

ORD - KMG

ORDKMG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/15

8:31 am-1:15 am

2 stops27h 44m

Kunming Changshui

Thu 10/15

7:20 am-11:30 pm

2 stops29h 10m

$1,198

ChicagoKunming

ORD - KMG

ORDKMG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/17

12:25 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Kunming Changshui

Mon 9/14

11:30 pm-9:30 am

1 stop23h 00m

$1,206

ChicagoKunming

ORD - KMG

ORDKMG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/16

6:25 am-12:35 am

2 stops29h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 10/16

7:20 am-11:30 pm

2 stops29h 10m

$1,220

ChicagoKunming

ORD - KMG

ORDKMG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/18

12:20 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Sun 10/18

11:30 pm-9:30 am

1 stop23h 00m

$1,256

ChicagoKunming

ORD - KMG

ORDKMG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/18

12:20 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Kunming Changshui

Fri 10/16

11:30 pm-9:30 am

1 stop23h 00m

$1,306

ChicagoKunming

ORD - KMG

ORDKMG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/16

6:45 am-12:55 am

2 stops29h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 9/16

7:20 am-11:45 pm

2 stops29h 25m

$1,314

ChicagoKunming

ORD - KMG

ORDKMG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/16

4:00 pm-11:40 am

2 stops30h 40m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 9/16

11:30 pm-9:30 am

1 stop23h 00m

$1,371

ChicagoKunming

ORD - KMG

ORDKMG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/16

6:25 am-10:35 pm

2 stops27h 10m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 10/17

7:20 am-11:30 pm

2 stops29h 10m

$1,383

ChicagoKunming

ORD - KMG

ORDKMG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/15

8:31 am-12:35 am

2 stops27h 04m

Kunming Changshui

Sat 10/17

7:20 am-11:30 pm

2 stops29h 10m

$1,394

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Fastest flight time	21h 20m
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The fastest flight from Chicago to Kunming takes 21h 20m

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How far is Chicago to Kunming Changshui by plane?
The straight-line distance from Chicago to Kunming Changshui is 7761.0 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 21h 20m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Kunming Changshui Airport?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Kunming Changshui Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Kunming Changshui Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Kunming Changshui Airport is 1 as of January 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Kunming Changshui Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Kunming Changshui Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kunming Changshui Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Kunming Changshui Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Kunming Changshui Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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