What airport do you fly into for flights to Chiang Mai?

Booking a flight to Chiang Mai (CNX) is your only option if you intend on flying to Chiang Mai. It is only a 3.1 km journey from Chiang Mai to Chiang Mai’s city centre.

Can I find cheaper flights to Chiang Mai if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Chiang Mai on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Chiang Mai?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Chiang Mai.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Chiang Mai?

Chiang Mai is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Chiang Mai. One-way flights to Chiang Mai typically cost $54, while return flights cost around $110.

How much is a return flight to Chiang Mai?

A return flight to Chiang Mai will typically cost around $237, however they can be found for as little as $110.

Where does the fastest flight to Chiang Mai depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Chiang Mai, Melbourne offers the quickest one-way flight (12 hours 10 minutes).

Does Chiang Mai have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Chiang Mai can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Chiang Mai?

Yes. Chiang Mai has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Bann Sansook is the closest property to Chiang Mai (0.0 km away from Chiang Mai).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Chiang Mai?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Chiang Mai are Malaysia Airlines, Thai Airways and Scoot.

How long is the flight to Chiang Mai?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Chiang Mai takes 12 hours 35 minutes. Flights to Chiang Mai from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Chiang Mai?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Chiang Mai are Scoot, Malaysia Airlines and Cathay Pacific.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chiang Mai ranges from 0.0 - 250.0 mm per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 250.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Chiang Mai when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chiang Mai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 29.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Chiang Mai, you should look to book at least 10 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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FAQs about flying to Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai climate

Chiang Mai has three distinct seasons, the cool season, hot season and rainy season. The most popular time to take a flight and visit Chiang Mai city is usually the cool season which runs from December through February. Midday temperatures can reach over 30 degrees Celsius, however, the evenings can become quite cool, so make sure you pack accordingly. The hot season, April to June, is usually best avoided as the humidity can be extremely draining, with temperatures reaching 40 degrees. The rainy season, from the end of May to November, is very wet and the area usually experiences sudden bursts of heavy rainfall. November can be a good time to visit as the landscapes are beautiful and lush and the weather starts to dry up, these conditions mean prices may start to rise.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Chiang Mai?
Booking a flight to Chiang Mai (CNX) is your only option if you intend on flying to Chiang Mai. It is only a 3.1 km journey from Chiang Mai to Chiang Mai’s city centre.
Can I find cheaper flights to Chiang Mai if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Chiang Mai on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Chiang Mai?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Chiang Mai.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Chiang Mai?
Chiang Mai is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Chiang Mai. One-way flights to Chiang Mai typically cost $54, while return flights cost around $110.
How much is a return flight to Chiang Mai?
A return flight to Chiang Mai will typically cost around $237, however they can be found for as little as $110.
Where does the fastest flight to Chiang Mai depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Chiang Mai, Melbourne offers the quickest one-way flight (12 hours 10 minutes).
Does Chiang Mai have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Chiang Mai can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Chiang Mai?
Yes. Chiang Mai has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Bann Sansook is the closest property to Chiang Mai (0.0 km away from Chiang Mai).

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What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Chiang Mai?

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Rainfall in Chiang Mai by month

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