Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
The timezone in Chiang Mai is UTC+7, which is seven hours ahead of London.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your LGW to CNX flight.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between LGW and CNX:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight is 271 €. A round-trip fare is currently 507 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LGW to CNX if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from LGW to CNX is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of the flights that depart from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% land on schedule at their destination.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to LGW? If you're boarding an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
If you're coming in on a late London Gatwick Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near 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 CNX:
Pick up a Chiang Mai International Airport rental car and discover Chiang Mai and beyond with your own wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Chiang Mai International Airport around two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
From Chiang Mai International Airport, Chiang Mai is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
August is the busiest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Chiang Mai in February.
Book your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport for April if you want to explore Chiang Mai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to CNX in January. Temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
You've seen Chiang Mai, now it's time to explore other parts of Thailand. Journey about 434 kilometres east to Udon Thani to check off its leading sights. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Lampang is another standout destination in Thailand and is around 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai. No trip is complete without experiencing Baan Sao Nak, Ratsadapisek Bridge and Horse-Drawn Carriage.