Travelling from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Chiang Mai Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Chiang Mai is UTC+7, which is one hour behind Manila.
Leave plenty of time to catch your MNL to CNX flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as May? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Cebu Pacific has direct flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Chiang Mai Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Chiang Mai — and maybe even more of Thailand if your schedule allows.
Cebu Pacific is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
The most punctual carrier offering MNL to CNX flights is Cebu Pacific. Its services arrive without delay 76.92% of the time.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Chiang Mai Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MNL and CNX:
Guangzhou Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Don Mueang Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
At the moment, 98 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 219 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from MNL to CNX by booking at least one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Chiang Mai Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Chiang Mai Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, 72% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport from central Manila, it takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near MNL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Chiang Mai Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CNX instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Chiang Mai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and find adventure across Chiang Mai and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Chiang Mai Airport about two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai Airport to the centre of Chiang Mai has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
The quietest month for a flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Chiang Mai Airport is June, while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Chiang Mai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Chiang Mai Airport for April if you want to explore Chiang Mai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MNL to CNX in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Chiang Mai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Thailand waiting to be discovered. About 434 kilometres east of Chiang Mai, a trip to Udon Thani will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre, Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram.
Lampang is another must-experience destination in Thailand and is around 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai. No trip is complete without seeing Wat Chiang Rai, Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao Suchadaram and Wat Chai Mongkhon.