Which airports can I use when flying from Chengdu to Chiang Mai?

Flights from Chengdu to Chiang Mai usually depart from Chengdu (CTU) and arrive at Chiang Mai (CNX).

Which airports do connecting flights from Chengdu to Chiang Mai pass through?

Most connecting flights from Chengdu to Chiang Mai pass through Kunming Changshui (KMG), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chengdu to Chiang Mai?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 62% on the Chengdu to Chiang Mai route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at ฿10,376 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at ฿26,767, a difference of ฿16,391. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Chiang Mai?

Some of the most popular sights in Chiang Mai are Tha Phae Gate, Wat Jed Yot, and Chang Puak Gate. These are among the most viewed places in Chiang Mai on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Chengdu to Chiang Mai?

A direct flight from Chengdu to Chiang Mai takes 0h 00m, covering 2,261 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Chengdu to Chiang Mai?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Chengdu to Chiang Mai changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ฿10,839 to ฿30,336. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Chengdu to Chiang Mai looking right now?

One-way fares from Chengdu to Chiang Mai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ฿7,425, which is 26% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Chengdu and Chiang Mai?

Chiang Mai is 1 hour behind Chengdu (Indochina Time vs China Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)?

Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around ฿411 for economy cars. Top options include: • Drive Car Rental • Alamo • Sixt • Hertz • Yesaway

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Chengdu to Chiang Mai?

China Eastern (฿10,839) and China Southern (฿14,639) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Chengdu to Chiang Mai according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Chengdu to Chiang Mai?

Flights via Kunming Changshui (KMG) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of ฿13,853. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Chengdu to Chiang Mai, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Kunming Changshui (KMG) had the shortest average connection time for Chengdu to Chiang Mai stopovers at 229 minutes over the past 3 months.

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13:00 - 09:15CTU Chengdu-CNX Chiang Mai

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16:25 - 19:20CNX Chiang Mai-CTU Chengdu

25h 55m1 stop Kunming Changshui

฿10,839China Eastern

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13:00 - 09:15CTU Chengdu-CNX Chiang Mai

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฿10,938China Eastern

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19:55 - 15:20CTU Chengdu-CNX Chiang Mai

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16:10 - 09:35CNX Chiang Mai-CTU Chengdu

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฿11,401China Eastern

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10:50 - 15:20CTU Chengdu-CNX Chiang Mai

5h 30m1 stop Kunming Changshui

14:55 - 15:15CNX Chiang Mai-CTU Chengdu

23h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

฿11,963China Eastern

Mon 2 Nov - Tue 3 Nov

08:30 - 17:50CTU Chengdu-CNX Chiang Mai

10h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

18:50 - 23:20CNX Chiang Mai-CTU Chengdu

27h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

฿14,639China Southern

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10:50 - 15:20CTU Chengdu-CNX Chiang Mai

5h 30m1 stop Kunming Changshui

07:05 - 17:30CNX Chiang Mai-CTU Chengdu

9h 25m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Kunming Changshui

฿15,862Multiple Airlines

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14:40 - 09:50CTU Chengdu-CNX Chiang Mai

20h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

19:40 - 22:10CNX Chiang Mai-CTU Chengdu

25h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

฿18,638Cathay Pacific

Fri 29 Jan - Thu 25 Feb

14:40 - 18:55CTU Chengdu-CNX Chiang Mai

29h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

10:35 - 13:25CNX Chiang Mai-CTU Chengdu

25h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

฿18,671Cathay Pacific

Mon 2 Nov - Tue 3 Nov

08:30 - 17:50CTU Chengdu-CNX Chiang Mai

10h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

18:50 - 18:10CNX Chiang Mai-CTU Chengdu

22h 20m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Beijing Daxing Intl

฿19,497China Southern

Fri 29 Jan - Sun 21 Feb

08:15 - 18:55CTU Chengdu-CNX Chiang Mai

11h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

10:35 - 13:25CNX Chiang Mai-CTU Chengdu

25h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

฿20,521Cathay Pacific

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How much is a return flight from Chengdu to Chiang Mai?

Return flights from Chengdu to Chiang Mai start at ฿10,839. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from ฿11,585 to ฿14,008. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ฿10,839 on China Eastern.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Chengdu to Chiang Mai?
Flights from Chengdu to Chiang Mai usually depart from Chengdu (CTU) and arrive at Chiang Mai (CNX).
Which airports do connecting flights from Chengdu to Chiang Mai pass through?
Most connecting flights from Chengdu to Chiang Mai pass through Kunming Changshui (KMG), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chengdu to Chiang Mai?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 62% on the Chengdu to Chiang Mai route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at ฿10,376 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at ฿26,767, a difference of ฿16,391. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What popular places can I visit in Chiang Mai?
Some of the most popular sights in Chiang Mai are Tha Phae Gate, Wat Jed Yot, and Chang Puak Gate. These are among the most viewed places in Chiang Mai on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from Chengdu to Chiang Mai?
A direct flight from Chengdu to Chiang Mai takes 0h 00m, covering 2,261 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Chengdu to Chiang Mai?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Chengdu to Chiang Mai changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ฿10,839 to ฿30,336. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Chengdu to Chiang Mai looking right now?
One-way fares from Chengdu to Chiang Mai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ฿7,425, which is 26% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Chengdu and Chiang Mai?
Chiang Mai is 1 hour behind Chengdu (Indochina Time vs China Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
Which car hire options are available at Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)?
Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around ฿411 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Drive Car Rental
• Alamo
• Sixt
• Hertz
• Yesaway

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average ฿10,376 – about ฿16,391 less than Wednesday (61% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chiang Mai Airport.
- Le Naview @Prasingh
- Bodhi Serene, Chiang Mai
- 99 The Gallery Hotel

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