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Flight deals from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Guangzhou Airport to Chiang Mai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $384. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chiang Mai.$257 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Fri, 25 Sep.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Chiang Mai on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $257, select.
Chiang Mai.$269 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Wed, 21 Oct.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Chiang Mai on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $269, select.
Chiang Mai.$269 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Chiang Mai on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $269, select.
Chiang Mai.$272 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Fri, 18 Sep.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Chiang Mai on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $272, select.
Chiang Mai.$279 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Tue, 3 Nov.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Chiang Mai on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $279, select.
Chiang Mai.$281 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec, returning Sun, 13 Dec.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Chiang Mai on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $281, select.
Chiang Mai.$282 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov, returning Fri, 4 Dec.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Chiang Mai on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $282, select.
Chiang Mai.$282 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov, returning Fri, 20 Nov.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Chiang Mai on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $282, select.
Chiang Mai.$309 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Dec, returning Tue, 5 Jan.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 17 Dec, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Chiang Mai on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $309, select.
Chiang Mai.$333 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Mar, returning Fri, 26 Mar.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Sat, 13 Mar, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Chiang Mai on Fri, 26 Mar, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $333, select.
Chiang Mai.$334 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Feb, returning Mon, 8 Mar.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Chiang Mai on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $334, select.
Chiang Mai.$358 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan, returning Sun, 10 Jan.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Chiang Mai on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $358, select.
Chiang Mai.$360 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Feb, returning Thu, 25 Feb.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Chiang Mai on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $360, select.
Chiang Mai.$384 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Sun, 30 Aug.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Chiang Mai on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $384, select.
Chiang Mai.$384 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan, returning Mon, 1 Feb.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Chiang Mai on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $384, select.
Chiang Mai.$459 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Dec, returning Fri, 19 Feb.Return flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Guangzhou on Thu, 24 Dec, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Chiang Mai on Fri, 19 Feb, arriving in Guangzhou.Price includes taxes and charges.From $459, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Guangzhou to Chiang Mai flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from $705
Aug
from $384
Sep
from $257
Oct
from $269
Nov
from $282
Dec
from $281
Jan
from $358
Feb
from $360
Mar
from $333
Apr
from $606
May
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Jun
from $556

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Guangzhou to Chiang Mai: Alternative routes

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Chiang Mai

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Guangzhou to Chiang Mai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$257
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 59 mins
Most popular airlineChina Southern
Average flights per week16

Finding cheap flights from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai is $257. 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.
2 hours and 59 minutes is the average flight time from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai.
China Southern, Spring Airlines and Sichuan Airlines fly direct from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai.
As of July 2026, there are 16 flights per week flying from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai.
The cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Chiang Mai is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Guangzhou Airport to Chiang Mai Airport on Wednesday, 9 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 59 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 Chiang Mai 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 Chiang Mai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Spring Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chiang Mai.

Travelling from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Guangzhou Airport to Chiang Mai Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours.

  • Chiang Mai is one hour behind Guangzhou and is in the UTC+7 timezone.

  • Pack your bags and choose from 13 weekly Guangzhou Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flights.

  • Your CAN to CNX flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • China Southern is your gateway to discovering Chiang Mai (and maybe even some other great parts of Thailand!). Check out the direct flights from Guangzhou Airport to Chiang Mai Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is China Southern.

  • China Southern stands out as the most punctual carrier for CAN to CNX flights, with 94.83% of services landing as scheduled.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Guangzhou Airport to Chiang Mai Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between CAN and CNX:

    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport

    • Kunming Airport

    • Don Mueang Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Guangzhou Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight is $118. A round-trip fare is currently $257. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • To find cheap tickets from CAN to CNX, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Guangzhou Airport to Chiang Mai Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from CAN to CNX.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Guangzhou Airport to Chiang Mai Airport.

Handy information about Guangzhou Airport (CAN)

  • CAN is located at Airport W Ave.

  • 85% of flights departing from Guangzhou Airport land at their destination on schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from CAN.

  • To reach Guangzhou Airport from central Guangzhou, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey when using public transport will take about 35 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Guangzhou Airport to Chiang Mai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near CAN:

Arriving at Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)

  • If you're getting in on a late Guangzhou Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near CNX:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Chiang Mai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and explore beyond Chiang Mai's usual tourist stops.

  • Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Chiang Mai Airport about two weeks before your trip.

Getting from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai

  • From Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.

When to fly to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Guangzhou Airport to Chiang Mai Airport is June, while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Chiang Mai based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • The warmest month in Chiang Mai is April, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your flights from Guangzhou Airport to Chiang Mai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 12ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CAN to CNX sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Thailand

  • Chiang Mai has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Thailand you'll want to see. Around 434 kilometres east of Chiang Mai, a trip to Udon Thani will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre, Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram.

  • Around 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai, Lampang is another essential stop in Thailand. Experience major highlights starting with Wat Chiang Rai, Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao Suchadaram and Wat Chai Mongkhon.

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