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KMGCEISat, 03 Oct
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Lowest fare¥1,286Thai Airways International
Fastest5h 50mgate to gate
Options found33flights on this route
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199/1-3 Moo 21, Singhaclai Road,Rob Wieng, A. Mueang, 57000
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¥158per night+ taxes if applicable
1 Night • 3 Star
3.0Very GoodLive availability
Wilacha Chiangrai Hotel
399/1 Maekok Rd, Moo 4 Rimkok, Muang, 57100
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¥160per night+ taxes if applicable
1 Night • 3 Star
Chinasouthern
CZ-3452
17:40
2026-10-03
Kunming (KMG)Kunming
18H :05 M
2 Stops
SZX
· 2h 50m Shenzhen (SZX), China
BKK
· 7h 40m Bangkok (BKK), Thailand
10:45
2026-10-04
Chiang Rai (CEI)Chiang Rai
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 2 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
2 Pieces 1 Pieces
¥9,187
Flight DetailsKMG to CEI - 18H :05 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 2 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesRefundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Chinasouthern
CZ-6924
22:15
2026-10-03
Kunming (KMG)Kunming
17H :40 M
2 Stops
SZX
· 8h 25m Shenzhen (SZX), China
BKK
· 2h 10m Bangkok (BKK), Thailand
14:55
2026-10-04
Chiang Rai (CEI)Chiang Rai
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 2 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
2 Pieces 1 Pieces
¥9,227
Flight DetailsKMG to CEI - 17H :40 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 2 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesRefundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Chinasouthern
CZ-3490
22:35
2026-10-03
Kunming (KMG)Kunming
17H :20 M
2 Stops
CAN
· 7h 20m Guangzhou (CAN), China
BKK
· 3h 10m Bangkok (BKK), Thailand
14:55
2026-10-04
Chiang Rai (CEI)Chiang Rai
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 2 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
2 Pieces 1 Pieces
¥9,227
Flight DetailsKMG to CEI - 17H :20 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 2 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesRefundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
China Eastern
MU-741
13:30
2026-10-03
Kunming (KMG)Kunming
6H :55 M
1 Stop
BKK
· 3h 05m Bangkok (BKK), Thailand
19:25
2026-10-03
Chiang Rai (CEI)Chiang Rai
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 2 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
2 Pieces 1 Pieces
¥9,998
Flight DetailsKMG to CEI - 6H :55 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 2 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesRefundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
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Today's Airfare Highlights
Selected flight highlights for 03 Oct 2026.
Lowest fare¥1,286Thai Airways International15:20
Earliest departure¥5,080Juneyao Airline07:10
Shortest duration¥1,390Thai AirAsia12:30
Night
00:00-05:59
No optionOpen full search for moreMorning
06:00-11:59
¥5,080Juneyao Airline at 07:10Afternoon
12:00-17:59
¥1,286Thai Airways International at 15:20Evening
18:00-23:59
¥1,671China Eastern at 20:40
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Kunming (KMG)
Kunming
China
GMT 8
Latitude: 25.1019444
Longitude: 102.9291667
Chiang Rai (CEI)
Chiang Rai
Thailand
GMT 7
Latitude: 19.952299118
Longitude: 99.88289642330001
Distance: Kunming (KMG), China to Chiang Rai (CEI), Thailand - 652.44 km
Flights shown for 03 Oct 2026. View all flights opens the complete search result.
Fares and hotel rates usually run higher around these dates. Booking earlier — or shifting a day or two — often costs less.
Busiest periods: Cool dry season — peak (01 Nov – 28 Feb), Songkran week (10 Apr – 17 Apr), New Year period (20 Dec – 05 Jan).
05DecKing Bhumibol Memorial DaySaturday · in 83 days
10DecConstitution DayThursday · in 88 days
01JanNew Year's DayFriday · in 110 days
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How to travel Kunming to Chiang Rai
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OptionFromJourney timeAvailability
Connecting flight₹18,279Longer — includes a stop33 options
Air distance is about 652 km. FlyX does not currently sell a bus on this pair. 7 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from Kunming to Chiang Rai
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CH
China Eastern Flights
from ¥1,6719 flights
Fares from
¥1,671
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
9 — compare timings in the list above
JU
Juneyao Airline Flights
from ¥5,0807 flights
Fares from
¥5,080
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
7 — compare timings in the list above
CH
Chinasouthern Flights
from ¥5,2306 flights
Fares from
¥5,230
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
6 — compare timings in the list above
SH
Shanghai Airlines Flights
from ¥2,3724 flights
Fares from
¥2,372
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
4 — compare timings in the list above
SI
Sichuan Airlines Flights
from ¥4,0033 flights
Fares from
¥4,003
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
3 — compare timings in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
5h 50m · Thai AirAsia
First departure of the day
07:10 · Juneyao Airline
Last departure of the day
22:35 · Chinasouthern
Options in this snapshot
33
Airport codes
Kunming–KMG, Chiang Rai–CEI
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
Around 33 flights appear in the dated route snapshot. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 07:10 and the last around 22:35. The fastest flight takes about 5h 50m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Afternoon from ¥1,286, Evening from ¥1,671, Morning from ¥5,080. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Kunming to Chiang Rai 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 Kunming to Chiang Rai, Saturday shows the lowest fare at ¥1,286. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.
How far is Kunming from Chiang Rai by air?
The direct air distance between Kunming (KMG) and Chiang Rai (CEI) 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 KMG to CEI?
Not for the dates currently loaded - every Kunming to Chiang Rai 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 Kunming to Chiang Rai?
China Eastern, Juneyao Airline, Chinasouthern, Shanghai Airlines and 1 other 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 Kunming to Chiang Rai?
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 Kunming to Chiang Rai 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 Kunming to Chiang Rai flight fare?
The lowest fare showing on Kunming to Chiang Rai for the dates currently loaded is ¥1,286. Fares on the same dates run up to ¥16,173, 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 Kunming to Chiang Rai flights depart?
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 07:10 and the last is around 22:35, local time at Kunming. 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 Kunming to Chiang Rai airfare today, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare Today
¥1,286
03/10/2026
Thai Airways International
15:20
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
¥1,260
13/10/2026
Thai Airways International
15:20
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
¥1,221
12/12/2026
Thai Airways International
15:20
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Kunming to Chiang Rai Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Kunming and Chiang Rai is approximately 652 KM. The flight duration ranges from 5H :50 M up to 28H :35 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
Kunming to Chiang Rai Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 33 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Kunming at 07:10, while the last night flight leaves at 22:35. Flights depart from Kunming and land at Chiang Rai.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Kunming to Chiang Rai
Aerial Distance
652 KM
Flight Duration
5H :50 M - 28H :35 M
Airport Codes
Kunming - KMG, Chiang Rai - CEI
Total Flights Available
33 flights (0 direct)
First Flight Departure
Departs at 07:10
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 22:35
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
2 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
0 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
10 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
17 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
4 direct/indirect flights
Airport Information & Terminals
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.
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.
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