Travelling from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX): what you need to know
Chiang Mai's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Chiang Mai five hours ahead of Cairo.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your CAI to CNX flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cairo Airport to Chiang Mai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between CAI and CNX include:
Guangzhou Airport
Shanghai Pudong Airport
Beijing Capital Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cairo Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight is 277 €. A round-trip fare right now is 544 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from CAI to CNX, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Cairo Airport to Chiang Mai Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CAI to CNX by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Cairo Airport to Chiang Mai Airport.
Handy information about Cairo Airport (CAI)
65% of flights departing from Cairo Airport reach their destination on time.
Cairo Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Cairo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Looking for a handy hotel close to CAI? If you're boarding an early flight from Cairo Airport to Chiang Mai Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cairo Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CNX instead:
Follow your own route with a Chiang Mai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and find adventure across Chiang Mai and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Chiang Mai Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from the centre of Chiang Mai. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Cairo Airport to Chiang Mai Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Chiang Mai. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in June.
Before locking in your flight from Cairo Airport to Chiang Mai Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Chiang Mai, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CAI to CNX in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
You've done Chiang Mai, now it's time to discover other corners of Thailand. Travel about 434 kilometres east to Udon Thani to check off its leading sights. From Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre to Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai, Lampang is another essential stop in Thailand. No visit is complete without checking out Wat Chiang Rai, Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao Suchadaram and Wat Chai Mongkhon.