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

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 13.1% of flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that a significant portion of journeys on this route typically involve at least one connection. Travelers should consider this when planning their trip.

What's the flight time from Shanghai to Chiang Mai?

The typical direct flight time from Shanghai to Chiang Mai is approximately 4 hours and 25 minutes, covering a distance of 2636 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to about 9 hours and 50 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes for travelers seeking a shorter journey. The median direct flight duration is 265 minutes, while one-stop flights average 590 minutes.

How much do direct flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai cost compared to connecting flights?

Historically, direct flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai have shown a slight premium compared to connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $395, while connecting flights had a median price of $392. This represents a 1% premium for direct options. Direct flights accounted for approximately 7.9% of the observed flights over the trailing 90 days.

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Shanghai to Chiang Mai: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Right now, only 2% of recent fares from Shanghai to Chiang Mai are classified as a good price. For travelers looking for cheap flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai, fares typically range from $248–$420, with a median of $387. Current fares are significantly below the typical level, suggesting a favorable time to consider booking.

A typical journey from Shanghai to Chiang Mai takes about 13h 20m, including connections. This is a medium-haul route, covering a distance of 2,636 kilometers. Since most itineraries connect at least once, this duration reflects the total travel time from departure to arrival.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 13.1% of recent fares being non-stop. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you will likely encounter one or more stops on your journey from Shanghai to Chiang Mai.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Chiang Mai? The data indicates that October is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $125. Other cost-effective months include January, with a median fare of $230, and December, where the median fare is $235. New deals for this route appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Regular price: CN¥1,151 - CN¥2,392

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai is between CNY 1151 and CNY 2392. The current lowest deal is CNY 1376 with Spring Airlines for travel from Sep 9-Sep 10.

now CN¥1,376

Low CN¥1,151

High CN¥2,392

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Chiang Mai is October, with a median price of $125. The most expensive month to fly is June, with a median price of $400. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥125

June

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥400

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,221

CN¥1,442

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,250

CN¥1,402

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,250

CN¥1,402

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,250

CN¥1,402

One-way

Sun, Sep 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,250

CN¥1,402

One-way

Sun, Sep 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,255

CN¥1,402

One-way

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

3 nights

Dec 28 - Dec 31

CN¥2,787 → CN¥1,876

33%

1 night

Dec 5 - Dec 6

CN¥2,227 → CN¥1,652

26%

1 night

Dec 16 - Dec 17

CN¥2,215 → CN¥1,646

26%

2 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 8

CN¥2,220 → CN¥1,652

26%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Shanghai - Chiang Mai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Shanghai to Chiang Mai are below the typical level at $387.

📅 Best time to fly

October is the cheapest month to fly

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Chiang Mai, with a median price of $125.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 13h 20m

The median flight duration from Shanghai to Chiang Mai is 13h 20m, including stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights make up 86.9% of routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines offers direct flights

Spring Airlines has offered direct flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai in recent deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai appear frequently, so check often for good prices.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International offers flights to Chiang Mai, providing a convenient departure option.

📍 ~30 km from Shanghai city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$229

Chiang Mai main airports to arrive at

Chiang Mai International (CNX)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~7 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$229

Airports nearby Chiang Mai used as alternative

Chiang Rai International (CEI)

Chiang Rai International can be a useful alternative arrival airport, offering a similar range of flight options.

📍 ~150 km from Chiang Mai (requires a multi-hour bus or car transfer across mountainous terrain)

💸 Flights from ~$286

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chiang Mai

Historically, the optimal window for booking flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $290. Booking within 0-6 days of departure also showed a comparable average price of $291. Prices tend to increase for bookings made further out, with flights booked 28-59 days in advance averaging $396.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Shanghai to Chiang Mai is considered to be $248 or less. The median price for this route was $387. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $420 or less. These figures are based on data collected over a 90-day period.

Historically, October has been the most affordable month to fly from Shanghai to Chiang Mai, with a median price of $125. January also offered competitive prices, with a median of $230. The annual median price for this route was $387, indicating that certain months can offer significant savings. These insights are based on data collected over a 270-day period.

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Shanghai to Chiang Mai: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Regular price: CN¥1,151 - CN¥2,392

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai is between CNY 1151 and CNY 2392. The current lowest deal is CNY 1376 with Spring Airlines for travel from Sep 9-Sep 10.

now CN¥1,376

Low CN¥1,151

High CN¥2,392

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

October

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥125

June

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥400

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,221

CN¥1,442

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,250

CN¥1,402

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,250

CN¥1,402

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,250

CN¥1,402

One-way

Sun, Sep 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,250

CN¥1,402

One-way

Sun, Sep 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,255

CN¥1,402

One-way

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

3 nights

Dec 28 - Dec 31

CN¥2,787 → CN¥1,876

33%

1 night

Dec 5 - Dec 6

CN¥2,227 → CN¥1,652

26%

1 night

Dec 16 - Dec 17

CN¥2,215 → CN¥1,646

26%

2 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 8

CN¥2,220 → CN¥1,652

26%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Chiang Mai