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Cheapest return flight
฿8,171
Typical prices: ฿10,179-฿13,169
Air China
Sun 28/10Sun 4/11
SHA - CNX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
฿3,328
Typical prices: ฿5,175-฿7,424
Air China
Fri 5/10
SHA - CNX • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and Chiang Mai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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October
Cheapest • 39% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN)
Cheapest • Avg ฿5,488 (return)
Kunming Changshui (KMG)
Shortest trip • 7h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Hongqiao Intl to Chiang Mai (SHA-CNX)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to Chiang Mai

Wed 28 Oct - Wed 4 Nov
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07:45 - 21:50SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-CNX Chiang Mai
15h 05m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
23:05 - 10:55CNX  Chiang Mai-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
10h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital
฿8,171Air China
Tue 13 Oct - Sat 17 Oct
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13:30 - 21:50SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-CNX Chiang Mai
9h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
23:05 - 13:50CNX  Chiang Mai-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
13h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital
฿8,698Air China
Sat 14 Nov - Wed 18 Nov
Air China Logo
20:30 - 21:50SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-CNX Chiang Mai
26h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
23:05 - 09:55CNX  Chiang Mai-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
9h 50m1 stop Beijing Capital
฿9,818Air China
Wed 28 Oct - Wed 4 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:30 - 21:50SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-CNX Chiang Mai
11h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:30 - 11:25CNX  Chiang Mai-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
11h 55m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Shenzhen
฿10,411Multiple Airlines
Sun 25 Oct - Sun 1 Nov
China Southern Logo
20:50 - 17:50SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-CNX Chiang Mai
22h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
18:50 - 20:20CNX  Chiang Mai-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
฿10,543China Southern
Sun 20 Dec - Fri 1 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:30 - 21:50SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-CNX Chiang Mai
10h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:25 - 10:55CNX  Chiang Mai-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
17h 30m1 stop Kunming Changshui
฿10,642Multiple Airlines
Sun 25 Oct - Sun 1 Nov
China Southern Logo
20:50 - 17:50SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-CNX Chiang Mai
22h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
18:50 - 09:15CNX  Chiang Mai-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
13h 25m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
฿10,807China Southern
Fri 23 Oct - Fri 30 Oct
Spring Airlines Logo
07:10 - 20:15SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-CNX Chiang Mai
14h 05m1 stop Xi'an Xianyang
Spring Airlines Logo
21:45 - 09:00CNX  Chiang Mai-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
10h 15m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
฿10,840Spring Airlines
Thu 8 Oct - Mon 12 Oct
China Southern Logo
10:50 - 17:50SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-CNX Chiang Mai
8h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
18:50 - 09:20CNX  Chiang Mai-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
13h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
฿10,905China Southern
Mon 2 Nov - Wed 4 Nov
China Southern Logo
20:05 - 17:50SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-CNX Chiang Mai
22h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
18:50 - 15:15CNX  Chiang Mai-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
19h 25m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
฿11,103China Southern
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chiang Mai flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chiang Mai with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chiang Mai?

Return flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chiang Mai start at ฿8,171. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from ฿10,179 to ฿13,169. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ฿8,171 on Air China.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chiang Mai and is 12% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 24% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chiang Mai flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

฿3,328
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 9% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (18% more expensive on average)
Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chiang Mai

When to book flights from Hongqiao Intl to Chiang Mai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Hongqiao Intl 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 Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chiang Mai flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chiang Mai usually depart from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA) and arrive at Chiang Mai (CNX).

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

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

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

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

    • Kunming Changshui (KMG) – 83% of one-stop connections
    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 5% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) – 2% of one-stop connections

    Kunming Changshui (KMG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 29% on the Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chiang Mai route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at ฿10,181 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at ฿14,299, a difference of ฿4,118. 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 Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chiang Mai?

    A direct flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chiang Mai takes 0h 00m, covering 4,240 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport 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 Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport 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 ฿8,171 to ฿54,091. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chiang Mai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chiang Mai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ฿4,342, which is 36% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Kunming Changshui (KMG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 50m, compared to 9h 34m via Beijing Capital (PEK) and 11h 56m via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN).

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

    Chiang Mai is 1 hour behind Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (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 ฿410 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Drive Car Rental
    • Alamo
    • Sixt
    • Hertz
    • Yesaway

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

    Return flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chiang Mai range from ฿10,179 to ฿13,169, with an average of ฿11,530 over the past 12 months. Anything below ฿10,179 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport 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 Tuesday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average ฿10,181 – about ฿4,118 less than Wednesday (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Chiang Mai trip for October. Fares historically average ฿7,018 return in that month – typically ฿81,840 less than the most expensive month, which is February (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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