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Chiang Mai to Lhasa

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Chiang Mai, Thailand → Lhasa, China

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Chiang Mai to Lhasa

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Transport providers

Airlines

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$228.26

Tibet Airlines Corporation

Website:
tibetairlines.com/
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
7h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$293.48

Lucky Air Co. Ltd.

Website:
luckyair.net/
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
14h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$97.83–$260.87

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Kunming South to Chengdu
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$65.22–$71.74

China Railways C-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Kunming to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$18.48–$27.17
Train from Lijiang to Shangri-La
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.98–$9.24

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Chengdu to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
34h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.70–$92.39

Laos - China Railway

Website:
facebook.com/LaosChinaRailway/
Train from Luang Prabang station to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
7h 37m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$119.57

Bus operators

Airports China

Bus from Lhasa Airport to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.39

Qichezhan

Website:
qichezhan.net/
Bus from Shangri-La County to Lasa
Ave. Duration:
24h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$74.67

China Bus Guide

Website:
chinabusguide.com
Bus from Kunming North to Chengdu
Ave. Duration:
13h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.29

The Transport Company

Phone:
1490
Website:
tcl99web.transport.co.th/Home
Bus from Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal to Luang
Ave. Duration:
18h
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$11.96–$35.87

Checi

Website:
checi.cn
Bus from Chengdu to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
34h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$67.76

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chiang Mai to Lhasa?

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Mai to Lhasa is to fly and bus which costs $97.83 - $271.74 and takes 11h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Lhasa?

The fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Lhasa is to fly and bus which takes 11h 21m and costs $97.83 - $271.74 .

How far is it from Chiang Mai to Lhasa?

The distance between Chiang Mai and Lhasa is 1491 km. The road distance is 2572.8 km.

How do I travel from Chiang Mai to Lhasa without a car?

The best way to get from Chiang Mai to Lhasa without a car is to bus and train which takes 2 days 12h and costs $130.43 - $282.61 .

How long does it take to get from Chiang Mai to Lhasa?

It takes approximately 11h 21m to get from Chiang Mai to Lhasa, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Chiang Mai and Lhasa?

Lhasa is 1h ahead of Chiang Mai. It is currently 18:27 in Chiang Mai and 19:27 in Lhasa.

Can I drive from Chiang Mai to Lhasa?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Mai to Lhasa is 2573 km. It takes approximately 39h 41m to drive from Chiang Mai to Lhasa.

Where can I stay near Lhasa?

There are 26+ hotels available in Lhasa. Prices start at $9.75 per night.
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