Travelling from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Phuket International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport is 2 hours 5 minutes.
Phuket and Chiang Mai are both in the UTC+7 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Flights from HKT to CNX start from 08:00 — the earliest with Thai Vietjet Air. The latest departure is at 19:20 with Thai AirAsia. In total, there are 32 weekly Phuket International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your HKT to CNX flight.
During popular months such as February, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Thai AirAsia is your gateway to exploring Chiang Mai (and perhaps some other great corners of Thailand!). Browse the direct flights from Phuket International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Thai AirAsia.
The most punctual carrier operating HKT to CNX flights is Thai AirAsia. Its services arrive as planned 74.31% of the time.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Phuket International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. These are the top stopovers between HKT and CNX:
Don Mueang International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
32 € is currently the best price for a one-way Phuket International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. Return flights start from 56 €. These prices can change depending on availability.
Get cheap tickets from HKT to CNX by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for flights from Phuket International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about Phuket International Airport (HKT)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Phuket International Airport, data shows 65.93% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Phuket International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Phuket. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Phuket International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near HKT:
Arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
If you're arriving on a late Phuket International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near CNX:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Chiang Mai International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz to explore Chiang Mai and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Chiang Mai International Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Chiang Mai. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The quietest month for a flight from Phuket International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Chiang Mai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Phuket International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport for April if you want to go to Chiang Mai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from HKT to CNX sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
Udon Thani is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Chiang Mai. Around 434 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Around 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai, Lampang is another favourite stop in Thailand. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Baan Sao Nak, Ratsadapisek Bridge and Horse-Drawn Carriage.