Are direct flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai always the best option?

Direct flights are often convenient and save travel time, but they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with layovers can sometimes be more affordable, depending on the route and airline. Consider your priorities for cost versus convenience when choosing.

Can flexible travel dates help on Guangzhou to Chiang Mai flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding cheaper flights. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even different weeks. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may result in notable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Guangzhou to Chiang Mai flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may charge for printing boarding passes or for certain payment methods. Being aware of these additional fees can help you budget accurately.

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2026-10-10 – 2026-10-27
CAN - Chiang Mai
45% AI deal score
CN¥986
CN¥1,012
Round trip
2026-10-10 – 2026-10-29
CAN - Chiang Mai
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CN¥976
CN¥1,012
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CAN - Chiang Mai
45% AI deal score
CN¥973
CN¥1,012
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2026-10-11 – 2026-10-27
CAN - Chiang Mai
45% AI deal score
CN¥994
CN¥1,012
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CAN - Chiang Mai
45% AI deal score
CN¥981
CN¥1,012
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CAN - Chiang Mai
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CN¥973
CN¥1,012
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CAN - Chiang Mai
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CN¥969
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CN¥999
CN¥1,059
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CAN - Chiang Mai
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CN¥982
CN¥1,059
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CAN - Chiang Mai
45% AI deal score
CN¥981
CN¥1,059
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Guangzhou to Chiang Mai: Overview

Insights for flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai, October stands out as the most economical month, with a median fare of just $146. Other favorable months include March, where the median fare is $215, and August, with a median fare of $294. Planning your trip around these months could lead to significant savings.

Right now, fares for this route are significantly below the typical level, with 37% of recent fares classified as a good price. Prices typically range from $141–$232, with a median of $187 over a 90-day window. New deals for this route are infrequent, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

When flying from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with direct flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai making up 77.1% of recent fares. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

A typical journey from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai takes approximately 2h 50m, including both direct and connecting flights. For non-stop flights specifically, the median travel time is also 2h 50m. Connecting itineraries, on average, take longer, with a median duration of 5h 45m.

The distance between Guangzhou and Chiang Mai is 1573 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul flight. This distance means you can expect a comfortable travel duration that is neither excessively short nor long.

How much is a round trip from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

Regular price: CN¥766 - CN¥2,283

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

The regular price range for this route is between 766 CNY and 2283 CNY. The current lowest deal is 1004 CNY with Spring Airlines, for travel from Oct 11-Oct 29.

now CN¥1,004

Low CN¥766

High CN¥2,283

The cheapest time to fly from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

The cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai is October, with a median price of $146. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $337. Prices are generally lower from August to October.

October

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥146

November

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥337

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Chiang Mai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Thai AirAsia, Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

CN¥1,806

CN¥1,696

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Chiang Mai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥977

CN¥2,166

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Chiang Mai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥1,091

CN¥2,166

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Chiang Mai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥973

CN¥2,179

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Chiang Mai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais, Danish Air Lines

CN¥1,789

CN¥1,676

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Chiang Mai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥968

CN¥2,092

One-way

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

15 nights

Oct 13 - Oct 28

CN¥1,766 → CN¥1,723

22 nights

Oct 13 - Nov 4

CN¥1,725 → CN¥1,710

11 nights

Oct 17 - Oct 28

CN¥1,695 → CN¥1,690

3 nights

Oct 7 - Oct 10

CN¥2,514 → CN¥2,514

Popular Airports to fly from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

Guangzhou - Chiang Mai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

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

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai, with a median of $146.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 50m.

Direct flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai typically take 2 hours and 50 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

77.1% of flights are direct.

Most flights on this route are direct, with 77.1% of recent fares being non-stop.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines offers direct flights.

Spring Airlines is an airline offering direct flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals on this route are rare.

Deals for flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai are rare, so book when you see a good price.

Guangzhou main airports to depart from

Guangzhou Baiyun International (CAN)

Cheapest

Guangzhou Baiyun International is a key departure airport for flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai.

📍 ~29 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,012

Chiang Mai main airports to arrive at

Chiang Mai International (CNX)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,012

Airports nearby Chiang Mai used as alternative

Chiang Rai International (CEI)

Chiang Rai International is a practical alternative due to its international status and proximity to Chiang Mai.

📍 ~150 km from Chiang Mai (reachable by car, approximately 3 hours travel time).

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,686

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chiang Mai

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From CAN

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Oct 29

Chiang Mai, Thailand

76% AI deal score

$1,194

$863

Save $331

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Oct 30

Chiang Mai, Thailand

76% AI deal score

$1,225

$864

Save $361

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Dec 18

Chiang Mai, Thailand

75% AI deal score

$1,211

$878

Save $333

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Oct 26

Chiang Mai, Thailand

71% AI deal score

$1,124

$864

Save $260

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Oct 27

Chiang Mai, Thailand

71% AI deal score

$1,163

$864

Save $299

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Oct 26

Chiang Mai, Thailand

71% AI deal score

$1,161

$864

Save $297

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Oct 26

Chiang Mai, Thailand

71% AI deal score

$1,123

$864

Save $259

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Dec 19

Chiang Mai, Thailand

70% AI deal score

$1,106

$864

Save $242

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Nov 06

Chiang Mai, Thailand

70% AI deal score

$1,055

$864

Save $191

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Nov 03

Chiang Mai, Thailand

70% AI deal score

$1,052

$864

Save $188

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Dec 14

Chiang Mai, Thailand

70% AI deal score

$1,114

$878

Save $236

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From CAN

Elite

Dec 14

Chiang Mai, Thailand

70% AI deal score

$1,117

$878

Save $239

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

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. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking in advance can often secure lower prices, though last-minute deals sometimes appear. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over a period can help you identify a good time to purchase. Mid-week bookings can sometimes be more economical.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes offer alternative flight options or potentially lower fares. While not always necessary, it may provide more choices for your travel plans. Always consider the additional travel time and cost to reach a different airport.

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Guangzhou to Chiang Mai: Overview

Insights for flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

How much is a round trip from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

Regular price: CN¥766 - CN¥2,283

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

The regular price range for this route is between 766 CNY and 2283 CNY. The current lowest deal is 1004 CNY with Spring Airlines, for travel from Oct 11-Oct 29.

now CN¥1,004

Low CN¥766

High CN¥2,283

The cheapest time to fly from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

October

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥146

November

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥337

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Chiang Mai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Thai AirAsia, Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

CN¥1,806

CN¥1,696

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Chiang Mai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥977

CN¥2,166

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Chiang Mai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥1,091

CN¥2,166

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Chiang Mai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥973

CN¥2,179

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Chiang Mai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais, Danish Air Lines

CN¥1,789

CN¥1,676

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CAN - Chiang Mai

Guangzhou (CAN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥968

CN¥2,092

One-way

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

15 nights

Oct 13 - Oct 28

CN¥1,766 → CN¥1,723

22 nights

Oct 13 - Nov 4

CN¥1,725 → CN¥1,710

11 nights

Oct 17 - Oct 28

CN¥1,695 → CN¥1,690

3 nights

Oct 7 - Oct 10

CN¥2,514 → CN¥2,514

Popular Airports to fly from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

Guangzhou - Chiang Mai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

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

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai, with a median of $146.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 50m.

Direct flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai typically take 2 hours and 50 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

77.1% of flights are direct.

Most flights on this route are direct, with 77.1% of recent fares being non-stop.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines offers direct flights.

Spring Airlines is an airline offering direct flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals on this route are rare.

Deals for flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai are rare, so book when you see a good price.

Guangzhou main airports to depart from

Guangzhou Baiyun International (CAN)

Cheapest

Guangzhou Baiyun International is a key departure airport for flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai.

📍 ~29 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,012

Chiang Mai main airports to arrive at

Chiang Mai International (CNX)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,012

Airports nearby Chiang Mai used as alternative

Chiang Rai International (CEI)

Chiang Rai International is a practical alternative due to its international status and proximity to Chiang Mai.

Chiang Mai, Thailand

70% AI deal score

$1,117

$878

Save $239

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chiang Mai

Cheap Flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

Today’s best flight deals from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

Guangzhou to Chiang Mai: Overview

Insights for flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

How much is a round trip from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

The cheapest time to fly from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

Direct flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

Last-minute flights going from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

Guangzhou - Chiang Mai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

October is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights take 2h 50m.

77.1% of flights are direct.

Spring Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals on this route are rare.

Guangzhou main airports to depart from

Chiang Mai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Chiang Mai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chiang Mai

Best Elite deals to Chiang Mai

Oct 29

Oct 30

Dec 18

Oct 26

Oct 27

Oct 26

Oct 26

Dec 19

Nov 06

Nov 03

Dec 14

Dec 14

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chiang Mai

How can I find cheap flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai?

When should I book flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai?

Are direct flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Guangzhou to Chiang Mai flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Guangzhou to Chiang Mai flights?

Related routes

More routes from Guangzhou

Flights to Chiang Mai from other cities

Guangzhou to Chiang Mai: Overview

Insights for flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

How much is a round trip from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

The cheapest time to fly from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

Direct flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

Last-minute flights going from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

Guangzhou - Chiang Mai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

October is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights take 2h 50m.

77.1% of flights are direct.

Spring Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals on this route are rare.

Guangzhou main airports to depart from

Chiang Mai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Chiang Mai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chiang Mai

Best Elite deals to Chiang Mai

Oct 29

Oct 30

Dec 18

Oct 26

Oct 27

Oct 26

Oct 26

Dec 19

Nov 06

Nov 03

Dec 14

Dec 14

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chiang Mai

How can I find cheap flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai?

When should I book flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai?