Travelling from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
Beijing has a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).
Approximately 5 hours 8 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport.
Chiang Mai International Airport is located in Chiang Mai. The city operates in the UTC+7 timezone and is 1 hour behind Beijing.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Beijing to CNX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) operate out of this terminal.
You can get away on a direct flight from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport with Air China. This top carrier offers services from PEK.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Beijing to CNX. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
PEK is about 31 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Beijing Capital International Airport:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Looking to fly out of Daxing International Airport (PKX)? You can reserve a direct flight from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) out of this popular hub.
From PKX, direct flights from Beijing to CNX can be booked with Air China.
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport, browse these options when heading out from Daxing International Airport:
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
PKX is roughly 56 kilometres from central Beijing. It'll take 1 hour and 3 minutes or so to reach the airport when driving from the city centre.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Beijing to CNX? Check in to a hotel near Daxing International Airport before your holiday officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
About Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near CNX:
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Chiang Mai. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 10 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 23 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
For a one-way ticket from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport, 96 € is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from 187 €. These are the lowest fares right now but could change based on availability.
It's a good idea to book 8 months before takeoff. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score cheap tickets from Beijing to CNX then.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Chiang Mai, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Book your flight from Beijing to CNX for April if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Chiang Mai to range from 22ºC to 42ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap flights from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Chiang Mai
After locking in your flight from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chiang Mai:
One of the best ways to get to know Chiang Mai is to explore its popular attractions. Highlights include Doi Suthep, Kalare Night Bazaar and Wat Phra Singh.
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