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Flight deals from Chiang Mai to Shanghai Pudong

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chiang Mai to Shanghai Pudong? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.$231 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Jun, returning Sun, 15 Jun.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Chiang Mai on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 15 Jun, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $231, select.
Shanghai.$274 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Wed, 4 Jun.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Chiang Mai on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $274, select.
Shanghai.$288 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chiang Mai on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $288, select.
Shanghai.$303 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug, returning Fri, 22 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chiang Mai on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $303, select.
Shanghai.$313 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep, returning Tue, 9 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia and Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chiang Mai on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $313, select.
Shanghai.$317 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 May, returning Thu, 22 May.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Chiang Mai on Mon, 19 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $317, select.
Shanghai.$321 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug, returning Mon, 1 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia and Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chiang Mai on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $321, select.
Shanghai.$337 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep, returning Mon, 6 Oct.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Chiang Mai on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $337, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chiang Mai to Shanghai Pudong

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chiang Mai to Shanghai Pudong flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from $317
Jun
from $231
Jul
from $367
Aug
from $303
Sep
from $313
Oct
from $288
Nov
from $347
Dec
from $350
Jan
from $413
Feb
from $775
Mar
from $565
Apr
from $456

Direct flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai Pudong

Chiang Mai to Shanghai Pudong: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chiang Mai to Shanghai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Shanghai Pudong.

Chiang Mai to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$231
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time4 hrs, 9 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week15

Finding cheap flights from Chiang Mai to Shanghai Pudong: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chiang Mai to Shanghai Pudong is $231. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 9 minutes is the average flight time from Chiang Mai to Shanghai Pudong.
China Eastern, Juneyao Airlines and Spring Airlines fly direct from Chiang Mai to Shanghai Pudong.
As of May 2025, there are 15 flights per week flying from Chiang Mai to Shanghai Pudong.
The cheapest month to fly from Chiang Mai to Shanghai Pudong is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chiang Mai Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport on Thursday, 12 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 9 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai Pudong but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, China Southern and Spring Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai Pudong.

Travelling from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know

  • Around 4 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

  • Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Shanghai one hour ahead of Chiang Mai.

  • Take your pick of 76 weekly Chiang Mai International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flights. The 00:40 departure with Juneyao Airlines is the earliest flight available. Juneyao Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 23:55.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your CNX to PVG flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • A range of airlines operate direct flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, so jetting to Shanghai (and then discovering more of China!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Spring Airlines.

  • With an impressive 98.33% of services landing on schedule, China Eastern Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering CNX to PVG flights.

  • If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chiang Mai International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CNX and PVG:

    • Kunming Changshui International Airport

    • Don Mueang International Airport

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • Right now, $142 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chiang Mai International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $231. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from CNX to PVG.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CNX to PVG.

  • Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Chiang Mai International Airport, data shows 76.37% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • Chiang Mai International Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Chiang Mai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.

  • Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near CNX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai

  • The street address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.

When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is April, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Shanghai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Shanghai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CNX to PVG around that time if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of China

  • You've done Shanghai, now it's time to discover more of China. Journey about 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to check off its must-visit sights. From Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum to Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another favourite stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.

Plan the rest of your trip from Chiang Mai to Shanghai

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