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Only China Eastern operates flights between Kunming and Chiang Mai.

Flights from Kunming to Chiang Mai usually depart from Kunming Changshui (KMG) and arrive at Chiang Mai (CNX).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• China Eastern: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Kunming to Chiang Mai.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average ฿11,367 return, compared with ฿12,929 via a stopover through Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK).

The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by China Eastern. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 variants.

Connecting flights from Kunming to Chiang Mai most commonly pass through:

• Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) – 50% of one-stop connections
• Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK) – 50% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 38% on the Kunming to Chiang Mai route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at ฿11,070 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at ฿17,746, a difference of ฿6,675. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Kunming to Chiang Mai flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

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.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kunming to Chiang Mai:

• Earliest: departs at 06:55 and lands at 08:52
• Latest: departs at 14:25 and lands at 16:22.

The flight takes about 1h 57m.

A direct flight from Kunming to Chiang Mai takes 1h 57m, covering 1,311 km.

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.

One-way fares from Kunming to Chiang Mai are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about ฿5,211.

Flying via Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 9h 02m, compared to 13h 02m via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK).

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

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

Return flights from Kunming to Chiang Mai range from ฿9,884 to ฿13,317, with an average of ฿11,367 over the past 12 months. Anything below ฿9,884 counts as a good deal.