Flying from Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
The timezone in Chiang Mai is UTC+7, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Bhubaneswar.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your BBI to CNX flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a top stopover on the BBI to CNX route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Biju Patnaik International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight is 202 €. A return ticket is currently 404 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from BBI to CNX. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from BBI to CNX.
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Handy information about Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI)
Of all flights departing from Biju Patnaik International Airport, 68.08% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Biju Patnaik International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Bhubaneswar. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near BBI:
Arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
If you have a late Biju Patnaik International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near CNX:
Follow your own route with a Chiang Mai International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and experience more of Chiang Mai and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Chiang Mai International Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Chiang Mai. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
It typically takes 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Chiang Mai. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport for April if you'd like to go to Chiang Mai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BBI to CNX in January. Temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
Chiang Mai has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Thailand you'll want to see. About 434 kilometres east of Chiang Mai, a visit to Udon Thani will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
If you want to check out another major stop in Thailand, consider Lampang, roughly 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai. Baan Sao Nak, Ratsadapisek Bridge and Horse-Drawn Carriage are among the biggest draws.