Shanghai (Pudong) to Chiang Mai (PVG–CNX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
MU205
MU China Eastern
738
10:10 AM
CST T1
2:20 PM
+07
5h 10m
M T W T F S S
Prices
9C8511
9C Spring
320
5:56 PM
CST T2
9:24 PM
+07
4h 28m
M T W T F S S
Prices
9C8512
9C Spring
320
9:30 AM
+07
2:30 PM
CST
4h
M T W T F S S
Prices
MU206
MU China Eastern
738
3:35 PM
+07
9:05 PM
CST
4h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Shanghai (Pudong) to Chiang Mai
2 carriers, 14 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 14 Flights/wk 1,662 mi 4h 34m nonstop -1h behind 14 1-stop hubs

PVG–CNX is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Spring Airlines and China Eastern Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,662 miles in approximately 4h 34m. Beyond nonstop, 14 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop PVG–CNX service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
9C Spring Airlines 7 320 4h28
MU China Eastern Airlines 7 738 5h10 SkyTeam
Aircraft on this route
320 Airbus A320 – 9C
738 Boeing 737-800 – MU
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: 9C (7 flights/wk, 50%)
SkyTeam: MU (7 flights/wk, 50%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, PVG to CNX direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
14
Outbound / wk
14
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PVG to CNX.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
14
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,085
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Chiang Mai is 1 hour behind Shanghai (Pudong).
PVG: CST · CNX: +07

When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 5:00 PM in Chiang Mai.
Distance & Flight Time
1,662 mi / 2,674 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 34m to 5h 10m.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders enter Thailand visa-free for up to 30 days per visit under a bilateral agreement effective March 1, 2026. Total stays cannot exceed 90 days within any 180-day period. A Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) must be completed online before entry. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the entry date with at least two blank pages.

Getting to PVG

The Maglev from Longyang Road Metro station covers the 30 km to Pudong in 8 minutes (¥50 one-way, ¥40 off-peak). The Maglev does not reach the city center directly; transfer to Metro Line 2 at Longyang Road. Metro Line 2 runs the full route from city center to PVG but takes 60–70 minutes and requires a terminal transfer at the airport.Taxis from People's Square cost ¥130–180 and take 45–75 minutes depending on traffic. The elevated highway is faster than surface roads. Ride-hail via DiDi is comparable in price.

PVG–CNX Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Shanghai (Pudong) to Chiang Mai route.
Route details
Distance1,662 mi / 2,674 km
Flight time4h 34m to 5h 10m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights14 out / 14 return
1-stop connections14 hubs
Origin: PVG
IATA / ICAOPVG / ZSPD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.8M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: CNX
IATA / ICAOCNX / VTCC
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok
Passengers/yr9.0M
Elevation1,036 ft / 316 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PVG to CNX flights.
Nonstop flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport take approximately 4h 34m to 5h 10m. The route covers 1,662 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Spring Airlines and China Eastern Airlines.
There are approximately 14 nonstop flights per week from PVG to CNX. The return direction has about 14 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MNL, ICN, DMK, XIY, BKK, KMG, HAN, HKT, CAN, KUL, TPE, HKG, AUH and PEK. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chiang Mai is 1 hour behind Shanghai (Pudong).
Yes, return flights from CNX to PVG are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from PVG to CNX

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) are connected by nonstop service from Spring Airlines and China Eastern Airlines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

PVG to CNX Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PVG to CNX ranges from 4 hours 34 minutes to 5 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,662 miles (2,674 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

14 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via MNL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.