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Lowest fare฿7,165Thai AirAsia
Fastest5h 50mgate to gate
Options found46flights on this route
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00:00-05:59
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06:00-11:59
฿8,686Thai Airways International at 10:10Afternoon
12:00-17:59
฿8,686Thai Airways International at 13:40Evening
18:00-23:59
฿7,165Thai AirAsia at 21:05
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Chiang Rai (CEI)
Chiang Rai
Thailand
GMT 7
Latitude: 19.952299118
Longitude: 99.88289642330001
Kunming (KMG)
Kunming
China
GMT 8
Latitude: 25.1019444
Longitude: 102.9291667
Distance: Chiang Rai (CEI), Thailand to Kunming (KMG), China - 652.44 km
Flights shown for 03 Oct 2026. View all flights opens the complete search result.
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How to travel Chiang Rai to Kunming
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OptionFromJourney timeAvailability
Connecting flight₹20,680Longer — includes a stop46 options
Air distance is about 652 km. FlyX does not currently sell a bus on this pair. 3 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from Chiang Rai to Kunming
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TH
Thai Vietjet Air Flights
from ฿14,76236 flights
Fares from
฿14,762
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
36 — compare timings in the list above
TH
Thai Airways International Flights
from ฿8,6869 flights
Fares from
฿8,686
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
9 — compare timings in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
5h 50m · Thai Airways International
First departure of the day
08:25 · Thai Vietjet Air
Last departure of the day
21:05 · Thai AirAsia
Options in this snapshot
46
Airport codes
Chiang Rai–CEI, Kunming–KMG
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
Around 46 flights appear in the dated route snapshot. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 08:25 and the last around 21:05. The fastest flight takes about 5h 50m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Evening from ฿7,165, Morning from ฿8,686, Afternoon from ฿8,686. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Chiang Rai to Kunming flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. Across the dates currently loaded for Chiang Rai to Kunming, Saturday shows the lowest fare at ฿7,165. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.
How far is Chiang Rai from Kunming by air?
The direct air distance between Chiang Rai (CEI) and Kunming (KMG) is about 652 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from CEI to KMG?
Not for the dates currently loaded - every Chiang Rai to Kunming option showing right now has at least one stop. Non-stop service can differ by season and by day, so it is worth checking nearby dates before you decide.
Which airlines fly Chiang Rai to Kunming?
Thai Vietjet Air and Thai Airways International are showing on this route for the dates currently loaded. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Chiang Rai to Kunming?
Every option currently loaded has at least one stop, and the shortest total journey time is about 5h 50m including the layover. Non-stop service on this route can vary by season and by day.
What is the baggage allowance on Chiang Rai to Kunming flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares showing right now include 1 Pieces, 20 KG and 2 Pieces. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
What is the cheapest Chiang Rai to Kunming flight fare?
The lowest fare showing on Chiang Rai to Kunming for the dates currently loaded is ฿7,165. Fares on the same dates run up to ฿72,049, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline pricing moves continuously, so treat this as a dated observation rather than a fixed price.
What time do Chiang Rai to Kunming flights depart?
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 08:25 and the last is around 21:05, local time at Chiang Rai. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Approx route distance: 652.44 km.
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Lowest Chiang Rai to Kunming airfare today, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare Today
฿7,165
03/10/2026
Thai AirAsia
21:05
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
฿7,022
12/10/2026
Thai AirAsia
21:05
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
฿6,807
11/12/2026
Thai AirAsia
21:05
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Chiang Rai to Kunming Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Chiang Rai and Kunming is approximately 652 KM. The flight duration ranges from 5H :50 M up to 48H :25 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
Chiang Rai to Kunming Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 46 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Chiang Rai at 08:25, while the last night flight leaves at 21:05. Flights depart from Chiang Rai and land at Kunming.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Chiang Rai to Kunming
Aerial Distance
652 KM
Flight Duration
5H :50 M - 48H :25 M
Airport Codes
Chiang Rai - CEI, Kunming - KMG
Total Flights Available
46 flights (0 direct)
First Flight Departure
Departs at 08:25
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 21:05
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
0 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
29 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
9 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
2 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
6 direct/indirect flights
Airport Information & Terminals
CEI: Chiang Rai airport. Chiang Rai airport may offer metro, rail, bus and taxi options. Choose public transport for daytime light-luggage arrivals; choose a cab or hotel transfer for family trips and late landings.
KMG: Kunming airport. Kunming airport may offer metro, rail, bus and taxi options. Choose public transport for daytime light-luggage arrivals; choose a cab or hotel transfer for family trips and late landings.
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