Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
The timezone in Chiang Mai is UTC+7, which is three hours ahead of Dubai.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your DXB to CNX flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dubai Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between DXB and CNX:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Utapao Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
At the moment, 158 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dubai Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 319 €. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DXB to CNX if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Dubai Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from DXB to CNX by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dubai Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
When it comes to Dubai Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.31% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Dubai Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to DXB? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Dubai Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CNX instead:
Follow your own route with a Chiang Mai International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and experience more of Chiang Mai and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Chiang Mai International Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai International Airport to central Chiang Mai has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The quietest month for a flight from Dubai Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Chiang Mai based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Dubai Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Chiang Mai, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DXB to CNX around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
You've done Chiang Mai, now it's time to discover other corners of Thailand. Journey around 434 kilometres east to Udon Thani to tick off its leading sights. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai, Lampang is another favourite stop in Thailand. Experience major highlights starting with Baan Sao Nak, Ratsadapisek Bridge and Horse-Drawn Carriage.