Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.
A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Chiang Mai to Shanghai, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
The only airline operating direct flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai is Spring Airlines. Flights operate every day.
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The route Chiang Mai — Shanghai is served by many carriers — 5 in total, including Spring Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Thai Lion Air, and Nok Air. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $108) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.
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Chiang Mai — Shanghai
09/02/2026
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Direct flight
9C8512
starting at $220
Chiang Mai — Shanghai
09/09/2026
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Direct flight
9C8512
starting at $168
Chiang Mai — Shanghai
09/13/2026
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Direct flight
9C8512
starting at $173
Chiang Mai — Shanghai
09/14/2026
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Direct flight
MU206
starting at $286
Chiang Mai — Shanghai
09/17/2026
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Direct flight
9C8512
starting at $125
Chiang Mai — Shanghai
11/26/2026
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Direct flight
9C8512
starting at $267
Chiang Mai — Shanghai
11/29/2026
Departure
Direct flight
9C8512
starting at $284
Chiang Mai — Shanghai
01/03/2027
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Direct flight
9C8512
starting at $320
Chiang Mai — Shanghai
09/12/2026
Departure
Direct flight
9C8512
starting at $140
Chiang Mai — Shanghai
10/01/2026
Departure
Direct flight
MU206
starting at $223
Spring Airlines
Every day
starting at $146
The cheapest one-way flight from Chiang Mai to Shanghai departs on 09/30/2026, is operated by Spring Airlines and costs $108
There is no information about the cheapest roundtrip flight from Chiang Mai to Shanghai
Fastest flight from Chiang Mai to Shanghai takes 4 hours
There are direct flights on this route 6 days a week: Su, Mo, We, Th, Fr, and Sa
The distance between Chiang Mai and Shanghai is 2647km (1641 miles). There are 26 direct flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai. The time difference between Chiang Mai and Shanghai is 1h. Flights from Chiang Mai begin at 8:45 AM. The latest flight from Chiang Mai departs at 12:30 AM
We couldn't find any special offers for flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai
The cheapest flight ticket from Chiang Mai to Shanghai according to data for the last 48 hours costs $108
Often the best time to buy tickets from Chiang Mai to Shanghai is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai can be found flying in these months: October, September, January.
The fastest flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai start from 4 hours in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Chiang Mai — Shanghai: Spring Airlines, China Eastern Airlines
In different months, ticket prices from Chiang Mai to Shanghai vary: minimum — $99 (October 2026), maximum — $227 (November 2026). Typically, the flight costs $134–$147.
Tickets from Chiang Mai to Shanghai are getting cheaper month by month. From August 2026 to January 2027, the decline reached 15% — and that may not be the limit.
The most notable drop occurred from August 2026 to October 2026 — down 37%. The best period is September 2026–October 2026 (averaging $115), while the most expensive is November 2026–December 2026 ($181).
Since prices are falling, there's no rush to buy. The most cost-effective travel period is September 2026–October 2026: savings compared to expensive months can reach up to 36%.
Monthly price variation is 27%. Choosing the right departure date can lead to significant savings on this route.