How many flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 11.7% of flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai were non-stop. For flights that include a stopover, the median number of stopovers is typically 1. This indicates that while direct options are available, connecting flights are more common for this route.

How many hours is the flight from Chiang Mai to Shanghai?

The typical direct flight from Chiang Mai to Shanghai covers a distance of 2674 kilometers and has a median duration of 4 hours and 5 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 8 hours and 30 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Chiang Mai to Shanghai?

Historically, it is generally cheaper to fly with a layover from Chiang Mai to Shanghai. Connecting flights have a median price of $245, whereas direct flights have a median price of $274. This represents a premium of approximately 12% for direct flights. Direct flights also account for a smaller share of available options, at 9.2%.

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Chiang Mai to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

Right now, 23% of recent fares from Chiang Mai to Shanghai are classified as a good price. For travelers looking for cheap flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai, fares typically range from $223 to $261, with a median price of $245. Currently, prices are above the typical level.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chiang Mai to Shanghai? The most affordable month to fly is typically August, with a median fare of $192. Other cost-effective options include October, with a median fare of $202, and December, where the median fare is $208.

A typical journey from Chiang Mai to Shanghai takes approximately 8h 45m, including connections. Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 1. Only 11.7% of recent fares are for direct flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai.

The distance between Chiang Mai and Shanghai is 2,674 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance means you can expect a journey that balances travel time with the opportunity to reach a significant international destination.

How much is a round trip from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

Regular price: $200 - $406

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

The regular price range for this route is between 200 USD and 406 USD. The current lowest deal is 201 USD with Spring Airlines for travel from Oct 1-Oct 8.

now $201

Low $200

High $406

The cheapest time to fly from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from Chiang Mai to Shanghai is August, with a median price of $192. The most expensive month to fly this route is March, with a median price of $348. Prices are generally lower from May to December.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $192

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $348

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Jul

Aug

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Oct

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Direct flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Shanghai

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Shanghai (PVG)

Spring Airlines

$375

$292

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Shanghai

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Shanghai (PVG)

MyTravel Airways

$438

$318

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Shanghai

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Shanghai (PVG)

Cathay Pacific

$441

$429

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Shanghai

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Shanghai (PVG)

Spring Airlines

$340

$245

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Shanghai

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Shanghai (PVG)

Spring Airlines

$333

$245

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Shanghai

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Shanghai (PVG)

Spring Airlines

$339

$255

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

$438 → $294

33%

3 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 28

$391 → $252

35%

4 nights

Sep 24 - Sep 28

$390 → $252

35%

2 nights

Sep 26 - Sep 28

$388 → $252

35%

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Chiang Mai - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Chiang Mai to Shanghai are above the typical level over the last 90 days.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically cheapest

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly from Chiang Mai to Shanghai, with a median price of $192.

⏱️ Flight duration

Medium-haul flights average 8h 45m

Flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai are medium-haul, typically lasting 8 hours and 45 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

About 11.7% of recent flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai are direct, with connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Spring Airlines has offered direct flights on the Chiang Mai to Shanghai route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Frequent deals available

Deals on flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Chiang Mai main airports to depart from

Chiang Mai International (CNX)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~8 km from Chiang Mai city center

💸 Flights from ~$193

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good option for flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai.

📍 ~33 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$193

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

📍 ~175 km from Shanghai (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$262

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai are found when booking between 28 and 59 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $239. Booking within 6 days of departure usually results in a higher average price of $295. Even booking more than 60 days out can be more expensive, with an average price of $323.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Chiang Mai to Shanghai is considered to be $223 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $245. Prices can range, with 75% of deals historically found at or below $261.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Chiang Mai to Shanghai include August, with a median price of $192, and October, with a median price of $202. December also offers competitive prices, with a median of $208. The annual median price for this route is typically $245, making these months notably more affordable.

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Chiang Mai to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

Regular price: $200 - $406

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

The regular price range for this route is between 200 USD and 406 USD. The current lowest deal is 201 USD with Spring Airlines for travel from Oct 1-Oct 8.

now $201

Low $200

High $406

The cheapest time to fly from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

August

Cheapest

Flights from $192

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $348

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Shanghai

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Shanghai (PVG)

Spring Airlines

$375

$292

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Shanghai

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Shanghai (PVG)

MyTravel Airways

$438

$318

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Shanghai

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Shanghai (PVG)

Cathay Pacific

$441

$429

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Shanghai

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Shanghai (PVG)

Spring Airlines

$340

$245

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Shanghai

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Shanghai (PVG)

Spring Airlines

$333

$245

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Shanghai

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Shanghai (PVG)

Spring Airlines

$339

$255

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

$438 → $294

33%

3 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 28

$391 → $252

35%

4 nights

Sep 24 - Sep 28

$390 → $252

35%

2 nights

Sep 26 - Sep 28

$388 → $252

35%

Popular Airports to fly from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

Chiang Mai - Shanghai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Chiang Mai to Shanghai are above the typical level over the last 90 days.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically cheapest

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly from Chiang Mai to Shanghai, with a median price of $192.

⏱️ Flight duration

Medium-haul flights average 8h 45m

Flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai are medium-haul, typically lasting 8 hours and 45 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

About 11.7% of recent flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai are direct, with connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Spring Airlines has offered direct flights on the Chiang Mai to Shanghai route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Frequent deals available

Deals on flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Chiang Mai main airports to depart from

Chiang Mai International (CNX)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~8 km from Chiang Mai city center

💸 Flights from ~$193

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good option for flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai.

📍 ~33 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$193

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International is a major international hub with excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

Shanghai, China

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$929

$719

Save $210

Antinea Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Cheap Flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

Today’s best flight deals from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

Chiang Mai to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

Direct flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

Chiang Mai - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

August is historically cheapest

Medium-haul flights average 8h 45m

Connecting flights are dominant

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Frequent deals available

Chiang Mai main airports to depart from

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

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Dec 28

Dec 19

Dec 16

Dec 23

Dec 06

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How early should I book Chiang Mai to Shanghai flights to get the cheapest price?

How much should a flight from Chiang Mai to Shanghai cost?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Chiang Mai to Shanghai?

How many flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai are non-stop?

How many hours is the flight from Chiang Mai to Shanghai?

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Chiang Mai to Shanghai?

Related routes

More routes from Chiang Mai

Flights to Shanghai from other cities

Chiang Mai to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

How much is a round trip from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

The cheapest time to fly from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

Direct flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

Last-minute flights going from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

Chiang Mai - Shanghai route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

August is historically cheapest

Medium-haul flights average 8h 45m

Connecting flights are dominant

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Frequent deals available

Chiang Mai main airports to depart from

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

Best Elite deals to Shanghai

Dec 05

Dec 28

Dec 19

Dec 16

Dec 23

Dec 06

Jan 07

Oct 22

Nov 16

Oct 24

Oct 30

Oct 23

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

How early should I book Chiang Mai to Shanghai flights to get the cheapest price?

How much should a flight from Chiang Mai to Shanghai cost?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Chiang Mai to Shanghai?