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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
61%Trains are 61% more expensive in Chiang Mai than in Shanghai.
Shanghai$0.88
Chiang Mai$1.42
MealMid-priced restaurant
62%A meal in Chiang Mai is 62% cheaper than a meal in Shanghai.
Shanghai$7.70
Chiang Mai$2.96
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
43%A taxi fare in Chiang Mai is 43% cheaper than in Shanghai.
Shanghai$3.52
Chiang Mai$2.01
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
47%Coffee in Chiang Mai is 47% cheaper than in Shanghai.
Shanghai$5.53
Chiang Mai$2.94
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 21.41 THB
1 THB = 0.05 AUD
Last checked on Wed, 26/03
Distance: 2646 kms
Shanghai airports
Pu Dong (PVG)How far from city centre: 31 kms
Hongqiao (SHA)How far from city centre: 7 kms
Chiang Mai airports
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)How far from city centre: 1 kms

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai

How long does the flight take to go from Shanghai to Chiang Mai?
The total flight time between Shanghai and Chiang Mai is of around 04:48 hours on average, considering an average distance of 2,683 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How can I find cheap flights from Shanghai to Chiang Mai at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Shanghai to Chiang Mai is $181. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Chiang Mai expensive to visit compared to Shanghai?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Chiang Mai costs an average of 2.01 AUD, 43% cheaper than Shanghai, with a fare of 3.52 AUD,

while train tickets costs 61% more in Chiang Mai: 1.42 AUD against 0.88 AUD in Shanghai.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 2.96 AUD in Chiang Mai, 62% less than the 7.70 AUD in Shanghai.

The price of the coffee is around 47% cheaper in Chiang Mai, with an average of 2.94 AUD, while in Shanghai the coffee costs 5.53 AUD.

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Shanghai to Chiang Mai?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Thailand may apply when travelling from Shanghai. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Chiang Mai compared to Shanghai?
While in Shanghai the temperatures can reach an average of 37.03 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 12 mm ,Chiang Mai's temperatures can go up to 38.62 ºC during the hot season, with 9 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 11.92 ºC in Chiang Mai, compared to the -2.66 ºC average degrees reported in Shanghai. During the winter period, Shanghai can register 3 mm precipitation, while Chiang Mai have an average of 6 mm rain level.

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