Flying from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Mandalay International Airport (MDL): what you need to know
Mandalay's timezone is UTC+6:30, making Mandalay 30 minutes behind Chiang Mai.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your CNX to MDL flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Mandalay International Airport (MDL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chiang Mai International Airport to Mandalay International Airport flight is 106 €. A return fare is currently 205 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from CNX to MDL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Mandalay International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CNX to MDL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Mandalay International 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 International Airport (CNX)
Of the flights that depart from Chiang Mai International Airport, 76.37% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Chiang Mai to Chiang Mai International Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Mandalay International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near CNX:
Getting from Mandalay International Airport (MDL) to central Mandalay
Mandalay International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Mandalay. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Mandalay International Airport (MDL)
The quietest month for a flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Mandalay International Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Mandalay based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Mandalay is April, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Mandalay International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CNX to MDL in January. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Myanmar
Mandalay has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Myanmar waiting to be discovered. Around 97 kilometres west of Mandalay, a trip to Monywa will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Swan Htet Naing Organic Garden, Myo Thu Win (Myanmar Music Sai) and Thae Inn Gu (သဲအင်းဂူ တရားပြကျောင်းတိုက်).
If there's time to check out another great destination in Myanmar, consider Sittwe, roughly 386 kilometres south-west of Mandalay. Faro di Punta Penna, Jama Mosque and Old Sittwe Lighthouse are among its highlights.
