Flying from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM): what you need to know
The timezone in Kathmandu is UTC+5:47, which is one hour 12 minutes behind Chiang Mai.
To ensure you get on your CNX to KTM flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chiang Mai Airport to Kathmandu Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between CNX and KTM include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Don Mueang Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
180 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Chiang Mai Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight. A return flight starts from 386 €. These prices can change based on demand.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from CNX to KTM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Kathmandu Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CNX to KTM by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Kathmandu Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
73% of flights taking off from Chiang Mai Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Chiang Mai Airport from central Chiang Mai, it takes about 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Kathmandu Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near CNX:
Arriving at Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
If you're landing on a late Chiang Mai Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near KTM:
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For the best deal, book your vehicle from Kathmandu Airport around one week ahead.
When to fly to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
The quietest month for a flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Kathmandu Airport is March, while November is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Kathmandu based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Kathmandu Airport for June if you want to explore Kathmandu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CNX to KTM in January. Average temperatures are between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Nepal
Pokhara is just one of the many places in Nepal waiting to be explored once you've seen Kathmandu. Around 145 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Phewa Lake, Parahawking and Sarangkot View Point.
Around 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu, Patan is another essential stop in Nepal. Start your sightseeing at Patan Durbar Square, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar and Kathmandu.