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

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 11.7% of flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai were non-stop. The majority of flights on this route typically include at least one stopover. For flights with connections, the median number of stopovers observed was 1. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey and evaluating travel time.

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

The direct flight from Chiang Mai to Shanghai typically takes about 4 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of 2674 kilometers. Flights with one stop generally have a longer duration, with a median travel time of 8 hours and 30 minutes. The median direct flight time is 245 minutes, while flights with one stop average 510 minutes.

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

Historically, it has been cheaper to fly with a layover from Chiang Mai to Shanghai. The median price for connecting flights was $245, while direct flights had a median price of $274. This represents a premium of approximately 12% for direct flights. Direct flights made up about 9.2% of the total observed flights in the trailing 90 days.

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2026-10-01 – 2026-10-08
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Chiang Mai to Shanghai: Overview

Insights for flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

Right now, fares for flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai are above the typical level, with 23% of recent fares classified as a good price. Over the last 90 days, prices for this route typically ranged from $223–$261, with a median of $245.

When considering cheap flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai, the data shows that August is typically the most affordable month to fly, with a median fare of $192. Following closely, October offers a median fare of $202, and December presents a median of $208.

A typical journey from Chiang Mai to Shanghai takes approximately 8h 45m, including connections. Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, reflecting the common travel pattern for this medium-haul distance.

The route from Chiang Mai to Shanghai covers a distance of 2674 km, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. While new deals appear almost daily, most itineraries for this route involve at least one connection.

How much is a round trip from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

Regular price: $191 - $405

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai is typically between $191 and $405. The current lowest deal is $185 with Spring Airlines, for travel from Oct 1-Oct 9.

now $185

Low $191

High $405

The cheapest time to fly from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from CNX to SHA is August, with a median price of $192. The most expensive month 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

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

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Shanghai

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Shanghai (PVG)

Thai AirAsia

$475

$385

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Shanghai

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Shanghai (PVG)

MyTravel Airways

$435

$340

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Shanghai

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Shanghai (PVG)

MyTravel Airways

$428

$322

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Shanghai

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Shanghai (PVG)

MyTravel Airways

$406

$332

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Shanghai

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Shanghai (SHA)

MyTravel Airways

$456

$337

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Shanghai

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Shanghai (PVG)

MyTravel Airways

$424

$324

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 7

$456 → $337

26%

4 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 8

$428 → $322

25%

4 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 9

$424 → $324

24%

3 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 8

$427 → $332

22%

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 at $185.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the best prices

Historically, August offers the lowest median price at $192 for Chiang Mai to Shanghai.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight time is 8h 45m

Flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai typically take 8 hours and 45 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 11.7% of recent flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines has direct flights

Spring Airlines offers direct flights on the Chiang Mai to Shanghai route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai are frequently available.

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.

📍 ~5 km from Chiang Mai city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$229

Shanghai main airports to arrive at

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good option for flights to Shanghai, with competitive pricing.

📍 ~30 km from Shanghai city center (reachable by car, train, and metro)

💸 Flights from ~$229

Airports nearby Shanghai used as alternative

Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH)

Cheapest

Consider this major international hub for its extensive network and excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Shanghai.

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

💸 Flights from ~$303

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Shanghai

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$1,213

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Shanghai

Historically, the best time to book flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai for the most affordable prices is typically between 28 and 59 days before departure. During this window, the average price observed was $239. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees prices rise to an average of $295. Even booking more than 60 days out tends to be more expensive, with an average price of $323.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Chiang Mai to Shanghai is considered to be $223 or less. The median price for this route has been $245. Prices can range, with 75% of observed flights costing $261 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares around the $223 mark.

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 shows a competitive median price of $208. The annual median price for this route is $245, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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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: $191 - $405

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai is typically between $191 and $405. The current lowest deal is $185 with Spring Airlines, for travel from Oct 1-Oct 9.

now $185

Low $191

High $405

The cheapest time to fly from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

The cheapest month to fly from CNX to SHA is August, with a median price of $192. The most expensive month 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

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

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Shanghai

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Shanghai (PVG)

Thai AirAsia

$475

$385

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Shanghai

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Shanghai (PVG)

MyTravel Airways

$435

$340

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Shanghai

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Shanghai (PVG)

MyTravel Airways

$428

$322

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Shanghai

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Shanghai (PVG)

MyTravel Airways

$406

$332

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Shanghai

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Shanghai (SHA)

MyTravel Airways

$456

$337

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Shanghai

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Shanghai (PVG)

MyTravel Airways

$424

$324

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 7

$456 → $337

26%

4 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 8

$428 → $322

25%

4 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 9

$424 → $324

24%

3 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 8

$427 → $332

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Chiang Mai to Shanghai