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

Direct flights offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the most economical choice. Flights with one or more layovers can often be significantly cheaper. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel duration when making your decision.

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

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flights. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even within the same week. Weekday travel, for example, may sometimes be less expensive than weekend travel.

What extra costs should I check before booking Shenzhen 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. Being aware of these additional fees can help you budget accurately.

Flights From Shenzhen

To Chiang Mai

Cheap Flights from Shenzhen to Chiang Mai

Browse current best options from Shenzhen. Become a member to unlock all deals and get alerts when new deals appear.

Deals from

Shenzhen

RatePunk searches hundreds of travel sites at once for deals on flights to Chiang Mai

Prices updated 1 day ago

444 airlines compared

80%+ AI score for best value

Fares are subject to change and may not be available for all dates. (Data last updated Aug 9, 2026.)

Today’s best flight deals from Shenzhen to Chiang Mai

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Shenzhen to Chiang Mai

2026-08-31 – 2026-09-03
SZX - Chiang Mai
46% AI deal score
CN¥1,833
CN¥1,776
Round trip
2026-08-31 – 2026-09-12
SZX - Chiang Mai
44% AI deal score
CN¥1,558
CN¥1,782
Round trip
2026-08-31 – 2026-09-05
SZX - Chiang Mai
45% AI deal score
CN¥1,789
CN¥1,782
Round trip
2026-08-31 – 2026-09-25
SZX - Chiang Mai
44% AI deal score
CN¥1,469
CN¥1,782
Round trip
2026-09-02 – 2026-09-10
SZX - Chiang Mai
45% AI deal score
CN¥1,597
CN¥1,809
Round trip
2026-08-31 – 2026-09-26
SZX - Chiang Mai
43% AI deal score
CN¥1,469
CN¥1,809
Round trip
2026-09-11 – 2026-09-15
SZX - Chiang Mai
44% AI deal score
CN¥1,737
CN¥1,830
Round trip
2026-08-31 – 2026-09-10
SZX - Chiang Mai
44% AI deal score
CN¥1,601
CN¥1,850
Round trip
2026-08-31 – 2026-09-01
SZX - Chiang Mai
46% AI deal score
CN¥1,848
CN¥1,850
Round trip
2026-08-31 – 2026-09-08
SZX - Chiang Mai
44% AI deal score
CN¥1,664
CN¥1,857
Round trip

Shenzhen to Chiang Mai: Overview

Insights for flights from Shenzhen to Chiang Mai

Flights from Shenzhen to Chiang Mai cover a distance of 1602 km, classifying this as a medium-haul route. Right now, fares to Chiang Mai typically range from $296–$378, with a median of $337. Current fares are above the typical level, and none of the recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals show up several times a week, so setting a price alert can be beneficial for finding cheap flights from Shenzhen to Chiang Mai.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Shenzhen to Chiang Mai, the data indicates that August is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $117. This is followed by November, where the median fare is $120, and February, with a median fare of $121.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once. There are no direct flights from Shenzhen to Chiang Mai; all recent fares included connections, with a typical itinerary involving 2 stopovers.

A typical journey from Shenzhen to Chiang Mai, including connections, takes approximately 14h 5m. This duration reflects the connecting nature of most flights on this route.

How much is a round trip from Shenzhen to Chiang Mai

Regular price: CN¥1,219 - CN¥2,789

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

The regular price range for flights from Shenzhen to Chiang Mai is between CNY 1219 and CNY 2789. The current lowest deal is CNY 1749 with Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais for travel from Aug 31-Sep 23.

now CN¥1,749

Low CN¥1,219

High CN¥2,789

The cheapest time to fly from Shenzhen to Chiang Mai

The cheapest month to fly from SZX to CNX is August, with a median price of $117. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $493. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

August

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥117

April

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥493

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shenzhen to Chiang Mai

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

Thai AirAsia

China Southern Airlines

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shenzhen to Chiang Mai

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SZX - Chiang Mai

Shenzhen (SZX) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥2,239

CN¥2,584

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SZX - Chiang Mai

Shenzhen (SZX) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥2,220

CN¥2,389

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SZX - Chiang Mai

Shenzhen (SZX) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥2,629

CN¥2,713

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SZX - Chiang Mai

Shenzhen (SZX) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Thai AirAsia

CN¥2,220

CN¥2,443

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SZX - Chiang Mai

Shenzhen (SZX) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

CN¥2,474

CN¥2,557

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SZX - Chiang Mai

Shenzhen (SZX) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥2,406

CN¥2,551

One-way

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

4 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 6

CN¥2,336 → CN¥2,140

4 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 15

CN¥1,771 → CN¥1,815

3 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 27

CN¥1,839 → CN¥1,876

5 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 12

CN¥1,951 → CN¥1,998

Popular Airports to fly from Shenzhen to Chiang Mai

Shenzhen - Chiang Mai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Shenzhen to Chiang Mai are above the typical level at $337.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the best prices

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $117.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 14h 5m

The typical flight duration for connecting flights from Shenzhen to Chiang Mai is 14h 5m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais offers 42 deals

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais offers 42 deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are available regularly

Deals for flights from Shenzhen to Chiang Mai are available regularly.

Shenzhen main airports to depart from

Shenzhen Bao an International (SZX)

Cheapest

Shenzhen Bao an International is a convenient option for flights from Shenzhen to Chiang Mai.

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

💸 Flights from ~$239

Chiang Mai main airports to arrive at

Chiang Mai International (CNX)

Cheapest

Chiang Mai International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Shenzhen.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$239

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.

📍 ~180 km from Chiang Mai (reachable by car, ~3 hours travel).

💸 Flights from ~CN¥1,742

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chiang Mai

68% AI deal score

$1,679

$1,396

Save $283

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chiang Mai

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare options from various providers. Looking into flights with layovers may also present lower prices than direct routes.

Booking flights in advance often provides more competitive prices, especially for popular routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, though they are less predictable. Monitoring price trends for your desired travel period can be beneficial.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover different flight options and potentially lower fares. While it might involve additional ground transportation, the savings on airfare could be significant. Always factor in the total cost and travel time when considering this approach.

Related routes

More routes from Shenzhen

Flights from Shenzhen to Busan Flights from Shenzhen to Chengdu Flights from Shenzhen to Da Nang Flights from Shenzhen to Fukuoka Flights from Shenzhen to Hanoi Flights from Shenzhen to Hong Kong Flights from Shenzhen to Kaohsiung Flights from Shenzhen to Kuala Lumpur Flights from Shenzhen to Nanjing Flights from Shenzhen to Okinawa Island Flights from Shenzhen to Osaka Flights from Shenzhen to Phuket City

Flights to Chiang Mai from other cities

Flights from Ahmedabad to Chiang Mai Flights from Almaty to Chiang Mai Flights from Amritsar to Chiang Mai Flights from Bangkok to Chiang Mai Flights from Jinan to Chiang Mai Flights from Ko Samui to Chiang Mai Flights from Pattaya to Chiang Mai Flights from Taipei to Chiang Mai Flights from Tel Aviv to Chiang Mai Flights from Tokyo to Chiang Mai Flights from Ubon Ratchathani Province to Chiang Mai Flights from Xining to Chiang Mai

Shenzhen to Chiang Mai: Overview

Insights for flights from Shenzhen to Chiang Mai

A typical journey from Shenzhen to Chiang Mai, including connections, takes approximately 14h 5m. This duration reflects the connecting nature of most flights on this route.

How much is a round trip from Shenzhen to Chiang Mai

Regular price: CN¥1,219 - CN¥2,789

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

now CN¥1,749

Low CN¥1,219

High CN¥2,789

The cheapest time to fly from Shenzhen to Chiang Mai

The cheapest month to fly from SZX to CNX is August, with a median price of $117. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $493. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

August

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥117

April

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥493

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Shenzhen to Chiang Mai

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

Thai AirAsia

China Southern Airlines

Spring Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Shenzhen to Chiang Mai

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SZX - Chiang Mai

Shenzhen (SZX) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥2,239

CN¥2,584

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SZX - Chiang Mai

Shenzhen (SZX) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥2,220

CN¥2,389

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SZX - Chiang Mai

Shenzhen (SZX) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

China Southern Airlines

CN¥2,629

CN¥2,713

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SZX - Chiang Mai

Shenzhen (SZX) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Thai AirAsia

CN¥2,220

CN¥2,443

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SZX - Chiang Mai

Shenzhen (SZX) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

CN¥2,474

CN¥2,557

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SZX - Chiang Mai

Shenzhen (SZX) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Hainan Airlines

CN¥2,406

CN¥2,551

One-way

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

4 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 6

CN¥2,336 → CN¥2,140

4 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 15

CN¥1,771 → CN¥1,815

3 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 27

CN¥1,839 → CN¥1,876

5 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 12

CN¥1,951 → CN¥1,998

Popular Airports to fly from Shenzhen to Chiang Mai