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Beijing.$314 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 May, returning Tue, 6 May.Return flight with China Southern and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Chiang Mai on Thu, 1 May, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Beijing Daxing on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $314, select.
Beijing.$315 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun, returning Sat, 14 Jun.Return flight with China Southern and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Chiang Mai on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Beijing Daxing on Sat, 14 Jun, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $315, select.
Beijing.$316 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Thu, 5 Jun.Return flight with China Southern and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Chiang Mai on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Beijing Daxing on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $316, select.
Beijing.$326 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Apr, returning Tue, 6 May.Return flight with China Southern and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Chiang Mai on Wed, 30 Apr, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Beijing Daxing on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $326, select.
Beijing.$338 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Jul.Return flight with China Southern and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Chiang Mai on Sat, 28 Jun, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Beijing Daxing on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $338, select.
Beijing.$368 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Apr, returning Tue, 22 Apr.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Chiang Mai on Sun, 20 Apr, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Beijing Daxing on Tue, 22 Apr, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $368, select.
Beijing.$396 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jul, returning Thu, 10 Jul.Return flight with HK Express and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with HK Express, departs from Chiang Mai on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Beijing Daxing on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $396, select.
Beijing.$400 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep, returning Sun, 14 Sep.Return flight with HK Express and China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with HK Express, departs from Chiang Mai on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Beijing Daxing on Sun, 14 Sep, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $400, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chiang Mai to Beijing

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chiang Mai to Beijing flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from $368
May
from $314
Jun
from $315
Jul
from $396
Aug
from $410
Sep
from $400
Oct
from $471
Nov
from $514
Dec
from $475
Jan
from $529
Feb
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Mar
from $492

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Chiang Mai to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$314
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time4 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week7

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

There are 2 airports in Beijing: Beijing Capital and Beijing Daxing.
The best price we found for a return flight from Chiang Mai to Beijing is $314. 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.
4 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Chiang Mai to Beijing.
Air China flies direct from Chiang Mai to Beijing.
As of April 2025, there are 7 flights per week flying from Chiang Mai to Beijing.
The cheapest month to fly from Chiang Mai to Beijing is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Chiang Mai Airport, the cheapest airport near Beijing is Beijing Daxing – which is 44.8 km away from the centre of Beijing. We've found flights into this airport from $314.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chiang Mai Airport to Beijing on Thursday, 1 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 25 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 Beijing 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 Beijing is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. July is typically the warmest month in Beijing, when it usually averages around 32°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -12°C. The rainiest month is July.
Currently, China Southern and Air China offer the cheapest flight tickets to Beijing.

Travelling from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Beijing: what you need to know

  • Approximately 5 hours 8 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Beijing.

  • Beijing is 1 hour ahead of Chiang Mai, where Chiang Mai International Airport is located. Beijing operates on the UTC+8 timezone.

  • The busiest route is from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Choose from 8 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CNX to PEK is the 23:00 Air China option. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 23:05 with Air China.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from CNX to Beijing.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • You can book a direct flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Beijing that arrives at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).

  • Air China is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Beijing.

  • Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from CNX to Beijing. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

    • Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

  • You don't need a visa for China if you hold a passport from Thailand and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to changes or updates. So before booking your cheap tickets from Chiang Mai International Airport to Beijing, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.

  • Located around 5 kilometres from central Chiang Mai, CNX can be reached in approximately 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport will take roughly 23 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Beijing? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to CNX:

How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Beijing

  • $166 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chiang Mai International Airport to Beijing. Return flights start at $314. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.

  • To secure cheap tickets from CNX to Beijing, book your trip 2 months before your departure date.

  • Organise your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Chiang Mai International Airport to Beijing. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time looking for flight tickets from CNX to Beijing every day.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Beijing, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

  • As soon as your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Beijing has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour and 3 minutes by car. Central Beijing is roughly 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX).

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near PKX. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from CNX to Beijing:

Best time to go to Beijing

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Beijing. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Beijing in February when it's quieter.

  • The warmest month in Beijing is July, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Beijing in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap flights from CNX to Beijing around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Beijing

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Beijing right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Beijing:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are highlights which should feature on any good Beijing itinerary.

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