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

Direct flights offer convenience and save time, but they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with layovers can sometimes be more affordable, especially if you are willing to spend extra time in transit. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel time.

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

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact the price of your flight. Shifting your departure or return by a few days, especially to travel on weekdays, may lead to lower fares. Weekends and holidays often see higher demand and prices.

What extra costs should I check before booking Shanghai 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 also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget.

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Shanghai to Chiang Mai: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Fares for flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai typically range from $693 to $862, with a median of $796. Right now, prices are near the typical level for this route. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai may require careful timing and searching.

A typical journey from Shanghai to Chiang Mai takes about 4h 15m, including connections. This is a medium-haul route, covering a distance of 2674 km. Since most itineraries involve connections, the overall travel time reflects the stops.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 4.7% of recent fares being direct flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should expect to factor in additional travel time for layovers.

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Chiang Mai is typically in November, with a median fare of $148. Other affordable months include October, where the median fare is $261, and July, with a median of $274. Deals for this route are infrequent, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Regular price: CN¥1,160 - CN¥2,334

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

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai is between CNY 1160 and CNY 2334. The current lowest deal is CNY 1593 with Spring Airlines for travel from Oct 13-Oct 29.

now CN¥1,593

Low CN¥1,160

High CN¥2,334

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Chiang Mai is November, with a median price of $148. The most expensive month to fly is September, with a median price of $801. Prices are generally lower from July to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥148

September

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥801

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Antinea Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,428

CN¥1,395

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,428

CN¥1,441

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,464

CN¥1,542

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,433

CN¥1,643

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,445

CN¥1,643

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,428

CN¥1,395

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 16 - Oct 19

CN¥2,758 → CN¥2,101

24%

4 nights

Dec 12 - Dec 16

CN¥2,273 → CN¥1,653

27%

13 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 30

CN¥2,286 → CN¥1,840

19%

5 nights

Oct 21 - Oct 26

CN¥2,321 → CN¥1,967

15%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Shanghai - Chiang Mai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Shanghai to Chiang Mai are near the typical level of $796.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $148.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 4h 15m nonstop

Nonstop flights to Chiang Mai typically take 4h 15m, covering 2674 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers, and 4.7% are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Antinea Airlines offers direct flights

Antinea Airlines has 1 direct deal available for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai are historically rare.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport offers the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,593

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is another option for flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,653

Chiang Mai main airports to arrive at

Chiang Mai International (CNX)

Cheapest

Chiang Mai International Airport is ideal for direct access to Chiang Mai and its northern Thailand attractions.

📍 ~4 km from Chiang Mai city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,492

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.

📍 ~185 km from Chiang Mai (requires approximately 3 hours of travel by road)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,978

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chiang Mai

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Best Elite deals to Chiang Mai

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From PVG

Elite

Oct 30

Chiang Mai, Thailand

86% AI deal score

$1,447

$830

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China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

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Oct 20

Chiang Mai, Thailand

85% AI deal score

$1,084

$688

Save $396

Antinea Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

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Oct 20

Chiang Mai, Thailand

85% AI deal score

$1,101

$688

Save $413

Antinea Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 30

Chiang Mai, Thailand

85% AI deal score

$1,372

$830

Save $542

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 23

Chiang Mai, Thailand

84% AI deal score

$1,035

$686

Save $349

Antinea Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 22

Chiang Mai, Thailand

84% AI deal score

$1,021

$686

Save $335

Antinea Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 22

Chiang Mai, Thailand

84% AI deal score

$1,031

$688

Save $343

Antinea Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 20

Chiang Mai, Thailand

84% AI deal score

$1,030

$688

Save $342

Antinea Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 26

Chiang Mai, Thailand

84% AI deal score

$1,346

$830

Save $516

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 26

Chiang Mai, Thailand

84% AI deal score

$1,371

$830

Save $541

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 31

Chiang Mai, Thailand

84% AI deal score

$1,368

$830

Save $538

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From PVG

Elite

Oct 26

Chiang Mai, Thailand

84% AI deal score

$1,360

$830

Save $530

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. Flights during off-peak seasons or mid-week can often be less expensive. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites is also a good strategy.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended travel date, can sometimes result in lower fares. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fare trends may help you decide the optimal booking time. Last-minute deals are rare but can occasionally appear.

Comparing flights to and from nearby airports can sometimes uncover more economical options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the savings on airfare could be significant. Always check the transportation options and costs from alternative airports to your final destination.

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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¥1,160 - CN¥2,334

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

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai is between CNY 1160 and CNY 2334. The current lowest deal is CNY 1593 with Spring Airlines for travel from Oct 13-Oct 29.

now CN¥1,593

Low CN¥1,160

High CN¥2,334

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

November

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥148

September

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥801

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Antinea Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,428

CN¥1,395

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,428

CN¥1,441

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,464

CN¥1,542

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,433

CN¥1,643

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,445

CN¥1,643

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥1,428

CN¥1,395

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 16 - Oct 19

CN¥2,758 → CN¥2,101

24%

4 nights

Dec 12 - Dec 16

CN¥2,273 → CN¥1,653

27%

13 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 30

CN¥2,286 → CN¥1,840

19%

5 nights

Oct 21 - Oct 26

CN¥2,321 → CN¥1,967

15%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Shanghai - Chiang Mai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Shanghai to Chiang Mai are near the typical level of $796.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $148.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 4h 15m nonstop

Nonstop flights to Chiang Mai typically take 4h 15m, covering 2674 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers, and 4.7% are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Antinea Airlines offers direct flights

Antinea Airlines has 1 direct deal available for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai are historically rare.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport offers the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai.

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

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,593

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is another option for flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,653

Chiang Mai main airports to arrive at

Chiang Mai International (CNX)

Cheapest

Chiang Mai International Airport is ideal for direct access to Chiang Mai and its northern Thailand attractions.

📍 ~4 km from Chiang Mai city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,492

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

84% AI deal score

$1,360

$830

Save $530

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chiang Mai

Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Today’s best flight deals from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Shanghai to Chiang Mai: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Direct flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Shanghai - Chiang Mai route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

November is historically cheapest

Typically 4h 15m nonstop

Connecting flights are dominant

Antinea Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are rare for this route

Shanghai 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 30

Oct 20

Oct 20

Oct 30

Oct 23

Oct 22

Oct 22

Oct 20

Oct 26

Oct 26

Oct 31

Oct 26

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chiang Mai

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

When should I book flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai?

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

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

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

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

Related routes

More routes from Shanghai

Flights to Chiang Mai from other cities

Shanghai to Chiang Mai: Overview

Insights for flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Direct flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Shanghai - Chiang Mai route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

November is historically cheapest

Typically 4h 15m nonstop

Connecting flights are dominant

Antinea Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are rare for this route

Shanghai 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 30

Oct 20

Oct 20

Oct 30

Oct 23

Oct 22

Oct 22

Oct 20

Oct 26

Oct 26

Oct 31

Oct 26

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chiang Mai

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

When should I book flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai?

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