Flying from Yangon International Airport (RGN) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Yangon International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport is 1 hour 20 minutes.
Chiang Mai's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Chiang Mai 30 minutes ahead of Yangon.
Each week, there are 12 Yangon International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flights. To be on board early, take the 12:10 Myanmar Airways International flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 18:45 with Myanmar National Airlines.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your RGN to CNX flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Myanmar Airways International is your ticket to exploring Chiang Mai (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Thailand!). Browse the direct flights from Yangon International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Myanmar Airways International.
Myanmar Airways International is the most punctual carrier offering RGN to CNX flights.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Yangon International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between RGN and CNX:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kunming Changshui International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Yangon International Airport (RGN) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Currently, 70 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Yangon International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 130 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from RGN to CNX.
The cheapest month for flights from Yangon International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Save time searching for cheap flights from RGN to CNX by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Yangon International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport.
Handy information about Yangon International Airport (RGN)
70.6% of flights taking off from Yangon International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Yangon International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Yangon. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near RGN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Yangon International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Yangon International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CNX instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Chiang Mai International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and experience more of Chiang Mai and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Chiang Mai International Airport around two weeks before you set off.
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 reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Yangon International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Chiang Mai. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Chiang Mai is April, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your flights from Yangon International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RGN to CNX in January. Average temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
Chiang Mai has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Thailand waiting to be discovered. Around 434 kilometres east of Chiang Mai, a trip to Udon Thani will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Lampang is another sought-after 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.
