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

Over the trailing 90 days, approximately 13.1% of flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai were non-stop. For flights that include connections, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that while direct options are available, connecting flights are more common for this route.

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

The typical direct flight from Shanghai to Chiang Mai has a duration of 4 hours and 25 minutes, covering a distance of 2636 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 9 hours and 50 minutes. This difference highlights the time savings associated with non-stop travel on this route.

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

Historically, direct flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai are only slightly more expensive than connecting flights, with a premium of approximately 1%. The median price for a direct flight was $395, while connecting flights had a median price of $392. Direct flights accounted for 7.9% of the total options observed 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¥963 - CN¥2,416

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 CNY963 and CNY2416. The current lowest deal is CNY1331 with Spring Airlines for travel from Oct 7-Oct 28.

now CN¥1,331

Low CN¥963

High CN¥2,416

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

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,410

CN¥1,929

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (SHA) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥2,904

CN¥1,949

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,408

CN¥1,956

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,858

CN¥2,070

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,238

CN¥1,895

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,590

CN¥1,956

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 5

CN¥2,903 → CN¥1,949

33%

3 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 4

CN¥2,858 → CN¥2,070

28%

2 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 9

CN¥2,545 → CN¥1,861

27%

3 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 5

CN¥2,828 → CN¥2,164

23%

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Shanghai - Chiang Mai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares are below the typical level for the route from Shanghai to Chiang Mai.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically the cheapest month to fly.

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 13h 20m.

The median flight duration for this route is 13 hours and 20 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Only 13.1% of flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines has direct flights.

Spring Airlines offers direct flights on this route, with 1 direct deal available.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

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

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

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

📍 ~15 km from Shanghai city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$277

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 booking window for 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 similar average price of $291. Prices tend to increase for bookings made further in advance, with flights booked 28-59 days out 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 historically stands at $387. Prices can go higher, with 75% of observed prices being $420 or less over the trailing 90 days.

Historically, October has been the most affordable month to fly from Shanghai to Chiang Mai, with a median price of $125. January also offers competitive prices, with a median of $230. The annual median price for this route is $387, indicating that certain months can offer significant savings compared to the overall average.

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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¥963 - CN¥2,416

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 CNY963 and CNY2416. The current lowest deal is CNY1331 with Spring Airlines for travel from Oct 7-Oct 28.

now CN¥1,331

Low CN¥963

High CN¥2,416

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

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,410

CN¥1,929

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (SHA) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥2,904

CN¥1,949

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,408

CN¥1,956

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,858

CN¥2,070

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,238

CN¥1,895

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Chiang Mai

Shanghai (PVG) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Spring Airlines

CN¥2,590

CN¥1,956

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 5

CN¥2,903 → CN¥1,949

33%

3 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 4

CN¥2,858 → CN¥2,070

28%

2 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 9

CN¥2,545 → CN¥1,861

27%

3 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 5

CN¥2,828 → CN¥2,164

23%

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 are below the typical level for the route from Shanghai to Chiang Mai.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically the cheapest month to fly.

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 13h 20m.

The median flight duration for this route is 13 hours and 20 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Only 13.1% of flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Spring Airlines has direct flights.

Spring Airlines offers direct flights on this route, with 1 direct deal available.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

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

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

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

📍 ~15 km from Shanghai city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$277

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.

Chiang Mai, Thailand

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$1,424

$784

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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 are below the typical level.

October is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Flights typically take 13h 20m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

Spring Airlines has direct flights.

Deals are frequent 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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chiang Mai

When is the best time to book flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai?

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

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

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

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

How much do direct flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai cost compared to connecting 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 are below the typical level.

October is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Flights typically take 13h 20m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

Spring Airlines has direct flights.

Deals are frequent 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

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Sep 11

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chiang Mai

When is the best time to book flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai?

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

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