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

Direct flights offer convenience by minimizing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with connections can sometimes be significantly cheaper, especially if you are flexible with your schedule.

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

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flights. Prices for airfare can vary significantly depending on the day of the week or time of year. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may result in considerable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Xining 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. Understanding these additional fees can help you calculate the total cost of your trip.

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2026-08-26 – 2026-09-09
XNN - Chiang Mai
47% AI deal score
CN¥2,049
CN¥2,372
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XNN - Chiang Mai
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CN¥1,944
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CN¥2,342
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Xining to Chiang Mai: Overview

Insights for flights from Xining to Chiang Mai

For those looking for cheap flights from Xining to Chiang Mai, July is typically the cheapest month to fly, with a median fare of $244. Other favorable months include October, with a median fare of $330, and May, where the median fare is $484. These figures represent the typical prices observed for this route.

Fares for flights from Xining to Chiang Mai typically range from $470–$540, with a median of $505. Right now, fares are above the typical level, indicating that current prices are higher than the historical median for this route. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a bargain may be challenging at present. New deals for this route are also infrequent, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

When flying from Xining to Chiang Mai, most itineraries connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 3, which significantly impacts the overall travel time.

A typical journey from Xining to Chiang Mai, including connections, takes approximately 29h 25m. This median duration accounts for the various layovers and transfers common on this route, given the absence of direct flights.

The distance between Xining and Chiang Mai is 1997 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically involves a longer travel time and often requires multiple connections to reach the destination.

How much is a round trip from Xining to Chiang Mai

Regular price: CN¥1,637 - CN¥2,983

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

The regular price range for flights from Xining to Chiang Mai is between CNY 1637 and CNY 2983. The current lowest deal is CNY 2197 with Shenzhen Airlines, for travel from Sep 16-Sep 22.

now CN¥2,197

Low CN¥1,637

High CN¥2,983

The cheapest time to fly from Xining to Chiang Mai

The cheapest month to fly from XNN to CNX is July, with a median price of 244 USD. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of 734 USD. Prices are generally lower from April to October.

July

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥244

March

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥734

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Oct

Direct flights from Xining to Chiang Mai

China Eastern Airlines

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

MyTravel Airways

Shenzhen Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Xining to Chiang Mai

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

XNN - Chiang Mai

Xining (XNN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

China Eastern Airlines, Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

CN¥2,222

CN¥2,743

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

XNN - Chiang Mai

Xining (XNN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

China Eastern Airlines, Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

CN¥2,531

CN¥2,743

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

XNN - Chiang Mai

Xining (XNN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

China Eastern Airlines, Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

CN¥2,202

CN¥2,756

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

XNN - Chiang Mai

Xining (XNN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Air China, Thai AirAsia

CN¥2,103

CN¥2,797

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

XNN - Chiang Mai

Xining (XNN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Air China, Thai AirAsia

CN¥2,837

CN¥2,797

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

XNN - Chiang Mai

Xining (XNN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Air China, Thai AirAsia

CN¥2,088

CN¥2,803

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 9 - Sep 11

CN¥2,438 → CN¥2,191

10%

3 nights

Sep 9 - Sep 12

CN¥2,423 → CN¥2,197

6 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 11

CN¥2,397 → CN¥2,231

3 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 5

CN¥2,901 → CN¥2,742

Popular Airports to fly from Xining to Chiang Mai

Xining - Chiang Mai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Xining to Chiang Mai are above the typical level over the last 90 days.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the lowest prices

Historically, July offers the lowest median price at $244, making it the cheapest month to fly.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 29h 25m

Flights from Xining to Chiang Mai typically involve 3 stopovers, with a median duration of 29h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

No direct flights available

There are no direct flights available on this route; all flights include at least one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Shenzhen Airlines offers a recent deal

A recent deal from Shenzhen Airlines was found for $2197, departing September 16 and returning September 22.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Xining to Chiang Mai are historically rare, appearing infrequently over 30 days.

Xining main airports to depart from

Xining Caojiabao International (XNN)

Cheapest

Xining Caojiabao International is a good option for flights from Xining to Chiang Mai.

📍 ~25 km from Xining (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$349

Chiang Mai main airports to arrive at

Chiang Mai International (CNX)

Cheapest

Chiang Mai International Airport is ideal for directly reaching Chiang Mai and its surrounding attractions.

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

💸 Flights from ~$349

Airports nearby Chiang Mai used as alternative

Chiang Rai International (CEI)

Chiang Rai International Airport is a primary alternative hub in Northern Thailand, offering a similar range of flight options.

📍 ~160 km from Chiang Mai (reachable by bus or car, requires multi-hour transfer across mountainous terrain)

💸 Flights from ~$498

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chiang Mai

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From XNN

Elite

Aug 27

Chiang Mai, Thailand

71% AI deal score

$1,955

$1,551

Save $404

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From XNN

Elite

Aug 30

Chiang Mai, Thailand

69% AI deal score

$1,890

$1,658

Save $232

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From XNN

Elite

Aug 27

Chiang Mai, Thailand

68% AI deal score

$1,760

$1,646

Save $114

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From XNN

Elite

Aug 29

Chiang Mai, Thailand

68% AI deal score

$1,845

$1,658

Save $187

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From XNN

Elite

Aug 30

Chiang Mai, Thailand

68% AI deal score

$1,828

$1,702

Save $126

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From XNN

Elite

Aug 27

Chiang Mai, Thailand

67% AI deal score

$1,723

$1,646

Save $77

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From XNN

Elite

Aug 30

Chiang Mai, Thailand

67% AI deal score

$1,750

$1,658

Save $92

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From XNN

Elite

Aug 29

Chiang Mai, Thailand

67% AI deal score

$1,740

$1,658

Save $82

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From XNN

Elite

Sep 16

Chiang Mai, Thailand

67% AI deal score

$1,702

$1,662

Save $40

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From XNN

Elite

Sep 22

Chiang Mai, Thailand

67% AI deal score

$1,735

$1,662

Save $73

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From XNN

Elite

Aug 27

Chiang Mai, Thailand

67% AI deal score

$1,749

$1,690

Save $59

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

From XNN

Elite

Sep 03

Chiang Mai, Thailand

67% AI deal score

$1,849

$1,746

Save $103

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chiang Mai

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Looking into flights with layovers may also present lower-cost options.

Booking flights in advance often helps secure better prices, though the ideal booking window can vary. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can be beneficial. Generally, avoiding last-minute bookings can lead to savings.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may involve additional travel time to and from these airports, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in ground transportation costs and convenience when considering this approach.

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Xining to Chiang Mai: Overview

Insights for flights from Xining to Chiang Mai

How much is a round trip from Xining to Chiang Mai

Regular price: CN¥1,637 - CN¥2,983

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

The regular price range for flights from Xining to Chiang Mai is between CNY 1637 and CNY 2983. The current lowest deal is CNY 2197 with Shenzhen Airlines, for travel from Sep 16-Sep 22.

now CN¥2,197

Low CN¥1,637

High CN¥2,983

The cheapest time to fly from Xining to Chiang Mai

The cheapest month to fly from XNN to CNX is July, with a median price of 244 USD. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of 734 USD. Prices are generally lower from April to October.

July

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥244

March

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥734

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Oct

Direct flights from Xining to Chiang Mai

China Eastern Airlines

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

MyTravel Airways

Shenzhen Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Xining to Chiang Mai

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

XNN - Chiang Mai

Xining (XNN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

China Eastern Airlines, Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

CN¥2,222

CN¥2,743

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

XNN - Chiang Mai

Xining (XNN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

China Eastern Airlines, Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

CN¥2,531

CN¥2,743

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

XNN - Chiang Mai

Xining (XNN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

China Eastern Airlines, Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

CN¥2,202

CN¥2,756

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

XNN - Chiang Mai

Xining (XNN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Air China, Thai AirAsia

CN¥2,103

CN¥2,797

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

XNN - Chiang Mai

Xining (XNN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Air China, Thai AirAsia

CN¥2,837

CN¥2,797

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

XNN - Chiang Mai

Xining (XNN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Air China, Thai AirAsia

CN¥2,088

CN¥2,803

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 9 - Sep 11

CN¥2,438 → CN¥2,191

10%

3 nights

Sep 9 - Sep 12

CN¥2,423 → CN¥2,197

6 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 11

CN¥2,397 → CN¥2,231

3 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 5

CN¥2,901 → CN¥2,742

Popular Airports to fly from Xining to Chiang Mai

Xining - Chiang Mai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Xining to Chiang Mai are above the typical level over the last 90 days.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the lowest prices

Historically, July offers the lowest median price at $244, making it the cheapest month to fly.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 29h 25m

Flights from Xining to Chiang Mai typically involve 3 stopovers, with a median duration of 29h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

No direct flights available

There are no direct flights available on this route; all flights include at least one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Shenzhen Airlines offers a recent deal

A recent deal from Shenzhen Airlines was found for $2197, departing September 16 and returning September 22.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Xining to Chiang Mai are historically rare, appearing infrequently over 30 days.

Xining main airports to depart from

Xining Caojiabao International (XNN)

Cheapest

Xining Caojiabao International is a good option for flights from Xining to Chiang Mai.

📍 ~25 km from Xining (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$349

Chiang Mai main airports to arrive at

Chiang Mai International (CNX)

Cheapest

Chiang Mai International Airport is ideal for directly reaching Chiang Mai and its surrounding attractions.

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

💸 Flights from ~$349

Airports nearby Chiang Mai used as alternative

Chiang Rai International (CEI)

Chiang Rai International Airport is a primary alternative hub in Northern Thailand, offering a similar range of flight options.

Chiang Mai, Thailand

67% AI deal score

$1,849

$1,746

Save $103

Shenzhen Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chiang Mai

Cheap Flights from Xining to Chiang Mai

Today’s best flight deals from Xining to Chiang Mai

Xining to Chiang Mai: Overview

Insights for flights from Xining to Chiang Mai

How much is a round trip from Xining to Chiang Mai

The cheapest time to fly from Xining to Chiang Mai

Direct flights from Xining to Chiang Mai

Last-minute flights going from Xining to Chiang Mai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Xining to Chiang Mai

Xining - Chiang Mai route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in July for the lowest prices

Connecting flights average 29h 25m

No direct flights available

Shenzhen Airlines offers a recent deal

Deals are rare for this route

Xining 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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Aug 30

Aug 27

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Aug 30

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Aug 29

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Sep 03

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chiang Mai

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

When should I book flights from Xining to Chiang Mai?

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

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

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

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

Related routes

More routes from Xining

Flights to Chiang Mai from other cities

Xining to Chiang Mai: Overview

Insights for flights from Xining to Chiang Mai

How much is a round trip from Xining to Chiang Mai

The cheapest time to fly from Xining to Chiang Mai

Direct flights from Xining to Chiang Mai

Last-minute flights going from Xining to Chiang Mai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Xining to Chiang Mai

Xining - Chiang Mai route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in July for the lowest prices

Connecting flights average 29h 25m

No direct flights available

Shenzhen Airlines offers a recent deal

Deals are rare for this route

Xining 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

Aug 27

Aug 30

Aug 27

Aug 29

Aug 30

Aug 27

Aug 30

Aug 29

Sep 16

Sep 22

Aug 27

Sep 03

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chiang Mai

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

When should I book flights from Xining to Chiang Mai?

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