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September 11 - September 13

Cheapest

Best

XNN - Chiang Mai

$306

$349

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September 7 - September 19

XNN - Chiang Mai

$269

$467

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September 7 - September 17

XNN - Chiang Mai

$274

$468

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September 7 - September 24

XNN - Chiang Mai

$262

$468

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September 7 - September 25

XNN - Chiang Mai

$263

$471

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September 7 - September 9

XNN - Chiang Mai

$306

$472

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September 7 - September 23

XNN - Chiang Mai

$264

$473

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August 5 - September 1

XNN - Chiang Mai

$258

$494

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August 10 - September 1

XNN - Chiang Mai

$263

$495

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June 28 - June 29

Earliest

XNN - Chiang Mai

$328

$759

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Insights for flights from Xining to Chiang Mai

For those looking for cheap flights from Xining to Chiang Mai, July stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $244. Other favorable months include October, where the median fare is $330, and May, with a median fare of $484. These figures represent the typical prices observed for flights on this route.

Fares for this route typically range from $466–$513, with a median of $493. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level, indicating a potentially good time to consider booking. However, the share of recent fares classified as a good price is 0%.

When considering direct flights from Xining to Chiang Mai, it's important to note that most itineraries connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 4.

A typical journey from Xining to Chiang Mai, including connections, takes approximately 29h 25m. This duration reflects the median travel time for all observed itineraries on this route.

The distance between Xining and Chiang Mai is 1997 km, classifying this as a medium-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Xining to Chiang Mai

Regular price: $245 - $435

Prices for flights from Xining to Chiang Mai are currently within the regular range.

Regularly, flights from Xining to Chiang Mai range from $245 to $435. The current lowest deal is $349 via Kayak, for travel from Sep 11-Sep 13.

now $349

Low $245

High $435

The cheapest time to fly from Xining to Chiang Mai

The cheapest month to fly from XNN to CNX is July, with a median price of $244. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $734. Prices are generally lower from April to October.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $244

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $734

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Oct

Direct flights from Xining to Chiang Mai

China Eastern Airlines

MyTravel Airways

Shanghai Airlines

Air China

Last-minute flights going from Xining to Chiang Mai

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

XNN - Chiang Mai

Xining (XNN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

China Eastern Airlines

$323

$989

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

XNN - Chiang Mai

Xining (XNN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

China Eastern Airlines

$309

$1,012

One-way

Sun, Jun 28

⌛ Last-Minute

XNN - Chiang Mai

Xining (XNN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

China Eastern Airlines

$328

$759

One-way

Sun, Jun 28

⌛ Last-Minute

XNN - Chiang Mai

Xining (XNN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

China Eastern Airlines

$328

$781

One-way

Sun, Jun 28

⌛ Last-Minute

XNN - Chiang Mai

Xining (XNN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

China Eastern Airlines

$330

$781

One-way

Sat, Jul 18

⌛ Last-Minute

XNN - Chiang Mai

Xining (XNN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

China Eastern Airlines

$248

$1,210

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Xining to Chiang Mai

2 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 13

$306 → $349

14%

2 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 9

$306 → $472

54%

10 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 17

$274 → $468

71%

12 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 19

$269 → $467

73%

Popular Airports to fly from Xining to Chiang Mai

Xining - Chiang Mai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Xining to Chiang Mai are below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

July is historically the cheapest month

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly from Xining to Chiang Mai, with a median price of $244.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 29h 25m

The typical flight duration from Xining to Chiang Mai is 29 hours and 25 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

There are no direct flights available for this route; all flights include at least one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines has 31 deals

China Eastern Airlines has offered 31 deals, making it a frequent provider for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Xining to Chiang Mai are rare, appearing on average 0.13 times per day.

Xining main airports to depart from

Xining Caojiabao International (XNN)

Cheapest

Xining Caojiabao International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Chiang Mai.

📍 ~25 km from Xining (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$349

Chiang Mai main airports to arrive at

Chiang Mai International (CNX)

Cheapest

Chiang Mai International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Xining to Chiang Mai.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$349

Airports nearby Chiang Mai used as alternative

Chiang Rai International (CEI)

Chiang Rai International is a primary alternative hub in Northern Thailand, offering a similar range of flight options.

📍 ~180 km from Chiang Mai (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$498

Lampang (LPT)

Lampang is geographically the closest airport to Chiang Mai, providing a reliable domestic connection point.

📍 ~80 km from Chiang Mai (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$557

Phitsanulok (PHS)

Phitsanulok is a major regional hub with better infrastructure and flight frequency than smaller provincial airports.

📍 ~280 km from Chiang Mai (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$526

Nan Nakhon (NNT)

Nan Nakhon is an alternative domestic gateway within the same geographic region, with reliable daily services.

📍 ~190 km from Chiang Mai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$533

Udon Thani International (UTH)

Cheapest

Udon Thani International is a high-capacity airport with frequent flights, useful during widespread disruptions.

📍 ~450 km from Chiang Mai (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$472

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai, Thailand

40% AI deal score

$4,588

From XNN

Elite

Jul 21

Chiang Mai, Thailand

40% AI deal score

$6,212

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chiang Mai

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Looking into flights with layovers instead of direct routes may also present lower fares.

Booking flights in advance often helps secure better prices, though the ideal booking window can vary. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can be beneficial. Generally, last-minute bookings can be more expensive.

Comparing nearby airports for both your origin and destination can sometimes lead to more affordable flight options. Even if an airport is a bit further, the savings on airfare might outweigh the additional travel time or cost to get there. It's a good strategy for finding potential deals.

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