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You can fly direct with Spring Airlines, China Eastern, and Juneyao Airlines. Average duration is 4h 48m
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PVG - CNX
Cheapest • 2% average savings
SHA - CNX
Most popular
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China Eastern
Most punctual • 84% on-time
Morning
Best time • Fewest delays
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23 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 42% compared to booking last minute.
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September
Cheapest • 27% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN)
Cheapest • Avg ฿7,937 (return)
Kunming Changshui (KMG)
Shortest trip • 7h 38m (one-way)
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Shanghai to Chiang Mai flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shanghai to Chiang Mai?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shanghai to Chiang Mai. It's 5% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Chiang Mai?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Chiang Mai at ฿8,478 return.
•February (฿14,862) and June (฿12,092) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 75% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai the cheapest?

Flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 42% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Shanghai to Chiang Mai flights

Low season

November
Beat the crowds with an average 49% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 56% increase in travellers.

When to book flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Shanghai to Chiang Mai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Shanghai to Chiang Mai flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 10:10 and lands at 14:58
    • Latest: departs at 20:15 and lands at 01:03.

    The flight takes about 4h 48m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai?

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

  • How long is a flight from Shanghai to Chiang Mai?

    A direct flight from Shanghai to Chiang Mai takes 4h 48m, covering 4,263 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Shanghai 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Shanghai to Chiang Mai flight?

    Return flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai range from ฿9,281 to ฿13,521, with an average of ฿11,626 over the past 12 months. Anything below ฿9,281 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Shanghai to Chiang Mai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 13% above the ฿11,626 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Shanghai to Chiang Mai?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average ฿7,937 return via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN), compared with ฿11,505 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge ฿3,377–฿3,377 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight departures from Shanghai to Chiang Mai spread across the day?

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

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

    Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around ฿420 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Drive Car Rental
    • Alamo
    • Sixt
    • Yesaway
    • ASAP Car Rentals

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

    Flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai may depart from several airports in Shanghai area, including Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA). Flights usually arrive at Chiang Mai (CNX).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Shanghai to Chiang Mai?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Shanghai to Chiang Mai route, 23% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 49m.

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

    One-stop flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai most commonly connect through:

    • Kunming Changshui (KMG) – 57% of one-stop connections
    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK) – 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at ฿11,147 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at ฿12,194, a difference of ฿1,047.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Shanghai to Chiang Mai?

    3 airlines operate flights between Shanghai and Chiang Mai. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Spring Airlines
    • China Eastern
    • Juneyao Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Shanghai to Chiang Mai?

    Flying via Kunming Changshui (KMG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 38m, compared to 9h 34m via Beijing Capital (PEK) and 10h 34m via Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK).

  • What is the time difference between Shanghai and Chiang Mai?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Chiang Mai?

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Shanghai to Chiang Mai flights?

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

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

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

Your guide to booking Shanghai to Chiang Mai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average ฿11,147, which is about ฿1,047 less than Monday fares (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 42% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Shanghai to Chiang Mai trip for September. Fares historically average ฿8,478 return in that month – typically ฿6,384 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with China Eastern. Over the past three months, 84% of China Eastern flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 77%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 49m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages ฿7,937 return on this route – about ฿3,568 less than direct flights (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.

    • De Lanna Hotel
    • Le Naview @Prasingh
    • Bodhi Serene, Chiang Mai

Prefer to fly direct from Shanghai to Chiang Mai?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Chiang Mai Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Shanghai to Chiang Mai

Monday

China Eastern,Spring Airlines

China Eastern,Spring Airlines

Tuesday

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines,Spring Airlines

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

China Eastern,Spring Airlines

China Eastern,Spring Airlines

Thursday

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines,Spring Airlines

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines, +1 more

Friday

China Eastern,Spring Airlines

China Eastern,Spring Airlines

Saturday

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines,Spring Airlines

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

China Eastern,Spring Airlines

China Eastern,Spring Airlines

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Direct returns

Chiang Mai to Shanghai

Monday

China Eastern,Spring Airlines

China Eastern,Spring Airlines

Tuesday

China Eastern,Spring Airlines

China Eastern,Spring Airlines

Wednesday

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines,Spring Airlines

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

China Eastern,Spring Airlines

China Eastern,Spring Airlines

Friday

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines,Spring Airlines

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

China Eastern,Spring Airlines

China Eastern,Spring Airlines

Sunday

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines,Spring Airlines

China Eastern,Juneyao Airlines, +1 more

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