Flying from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Mai Airport is 1 hour 20 minutes.
Bangkok and Chiang Mai share the same timezone, UTC+7.
Take your pick of 185 weekly Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Thai Vietjet Air is the earliest available. Thai Vietjet Air operates the last service of the day at 22:00.
Your BKK to CNX flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
A range of airlines offer direct flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Mai Airport, so jetting to Chiang Mai (and then visiting more of Thailand!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Thai VietJet Air is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
With an impressive 84.05% of services arriving as planned, Thai AirAsia is the most punctual carrier for BKK to CNX flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Mai Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BKK and CNX:
Kunming Airport
Samui International Airport
Ubon Ratchathani Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight is 31 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 55 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book one month before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from BKK to CNX.
The cheapest month for flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Mai Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BKK to CNX by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Mai Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
74% of flights leaving from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Bangkok to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip on public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near BKK. Whether you have an early flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Mai Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CNX instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Chiang Mai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz to explore Chiang Mai and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Chiang Mai Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from the centre of Chiang Mai. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It takes roughly 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Mai Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Chiang Mai. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in June.
When booking your flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Mai Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Chiang Mai, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BKK to CNX in January. Average temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
You've seen Chiang Mai, now it's time to discover other parts of Thailand. Travel around 434 kilometres east to Udon Thani to check off its top sights. From Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre to Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Lampang is another sought-after destination in Thailand and is around 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai. No journey is complete without seeing Wat Chiang Rai, Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao Suchadaram and Wat Chai Mongkhon.