Discover the historical beauty of Wat Chedi Luang, a prominent temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand. — flights from Beijing to Chiang Mai
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Flights from Beijing to Chiang Mai

Nonstop flights from Beijing (PEK) to Chiang Mai (CNX) take about 4h 8m (2,909 km). Air China flies it. Lowest fare seen: $187 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Chiang Mai

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Discover the historical beauty of Wat Chedi Luang, a prominent temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand. — arriving in Chiang Mai

Airport transfer

CNX → Chiang Mai, booked before you fly

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Airlines flying Beijing to Chiang Mai

Carriers on PEK–CNX according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Air Chinanonstop fare seen

Beijing to Chiang Mai fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $187 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $136. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$19825 Oct 2026 · Air China$137 · 1 stop26 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$19410 Nov 2026 · Air China$136 · 1 stop13 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$18720 Dec 2026 · Air China$138 · 1 stop4 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$19711 Jan 2027 · Air China$144 · 1 stop19 Jan 2027
Apr 2027$2875 Apr 2027 · Air China$189 · 1 stop5 Apr 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $136 for November 2026, $138 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 5 of 5 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Beijing to Chiang Mai, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Chiang Mai

Based on weather and travel conditions in Thailand

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The cool, dry season (November–February) is ideal — sunny skies, low humidity, and comfortable temperatures around 25–30°C. The monsoon (May–October) brings heavy rain especially in the south.

Peak season: November – February

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Frequently asked questions — Beijing to Chiang Mai flights

How long is the flight from Beijing to Chiang Mai?
A nonstop flight from Beijing (PEK) to Chiang Mai (CNX) takes about 4h 8m, covering 2,909 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Beijing from Chiang Mai by air?
The great-circle distance between Beijing Capital International Airport and Chiang Mai International Airport is 2,909 km (1,808 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Beijing to Chiang Mai?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the PEK–CNX route include Air China. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Beijing to Chiang Mai cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on PEK–CNX was $187 USD with Air China (nonstop), departing 20 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Beijing to Chiang Mai?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $136 one-way, against $189 for April 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Beijing to Chiang Mai?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $169 with one stop against $187 nonstop, a saving of $18. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from China to Thailand?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Thailand visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Chiang Mai?
The cool, dry season (November–February) is ideal — sunny skies, low humidity, and comfortable temperatures around 25–30°C. The monsoon (May–October) brings heavy rain especially in the south.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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