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Flight Schedule from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Airline | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Origin Airport | Destination Airport | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Thai AirAsia | 10:40 | 12:30 | Chiang Mai (CNX) | Surat Thani (URT) | Book flight |
Thai AirAsia | 11:25 | 12:30 | Chiang Mai (CNX) | Udon Thani (UTH) | Book flight |
Thai AirAsia | 15:35 | 17:35 | Chiang Mai (CNX) | Phuket (HKT) | Book flight |
 AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) | 15:40 | 19:35 | Chiang Mai (CNX) | Kuala Lumpur (KUL) | Book flight |
Thai AirAsia | 17:45 | 18:50 | Chiang Mai (CNX) | Khon Kaen (KKC) | Book flight |
 Thai VietJet Air | 17:45 | 19:05 | Chiang Mai (CNX) | Bangkok (BKK) | Book flight |
Thai AirAsia | 20:10 | 21:20 | Chiang Mai (CNX) | Bangkok (DMK) | Book flight |
Thai VietJet Air | 20:35 | 22:00 | Chiang Mai (CNX) | Bangkok (BKK) | Book flight |
Thai AirAsia | 21:25 | 22:35 | Chiang Mai (CNX) | Bangkok (DMK) | Book flight |
 Jeju Air | 23:00 | 06:30 (+1 day) | Chiang Mai (CNX) | Seoul (ICN) | Book flight |
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Flight Schedule to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Airline | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Origin Airport | Destination Airport | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Scoot | 08:20 | 10:25 | Singapore (SIN) | Chiang Mai (CNX) | Book flight |
Thai AirAsia | 08:45 | 10:10 | Bangkok (BKK) | Chiang Mai (CNX) | Book flight |
Thai AirAsia | 13:00 | 14:50 | Surat Thani (URT) | Chiang Mai (CNX) | Book flight |
Thai AirAsia | 13:10 | 14:15 | Udon Thani (UTH) | Chiang Mai (CNX) | Book flight |
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) | 13:30 | 15:10 | Kuala Lumpur (KUL) | Chiang Mai (CNX) | Book flight |
Thai VietJet Air | 13:40 | 15:50 | Phuket (HKT) | Chiang Mai (CNX) | Book flight |
Thai AirAsia | 16:35 | 17:55 | Bangkok (BKK) | Chiang Mai (CNX) | Book flight |
Thai AirAsia | 19:00 | 21:00 | Krabi (KBV) | Chiang Mai (CNX) | Book flight |
Thai AirAsia | 19:20 | 20:25 | Khon Kaen (KKC) | Chiang Mai (CNX) | Book flight |
 Thai Lion Air | 19:30 | 20:45 | Bangkok (DMK) | Chiang Mai (CNX) | Book flight |
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FAQ about Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Airports of Thailand advises arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport at least two hours before departure. Allow extra time during peak travel seasons and festivals.
Chiang Mai Airport has two passenger terminals. One handles domestic flights and the other handles international flights, so check which one your flight uses before you set off.
Chiang Mai Airport is only a few kilometres from the Old City. The drive normally takes 15 to 20 minutes, depending on traffic.
The airport opened in 1934 as Suthep Airport. It took its name from the Suthep area and the nearby mountain of Doi Suthep.
Airlines flying from Chiang Mai International Airport to Bangkok include Thai Airways, Thai AirAsia, Bangkok Airways, Nok Air, Thai Lion Air and Thai Vietjet. Some use Suvarnabhumi and others use Don Mueang, so check the arrival airport when you book.
Yes. Chiang Mai City Bus routes stop at the airport and run to areas such as the Old City, Tha Phae Gate, the Night Bazaar and MAYA mall. Red songthaew trucks and airport taxis are other options.
Yes. Chiang Mai International Airport has an international terminal with flights to destinations around Asia. Routes and frequencies change by season, so search your dates on Traveloka to see what is available.
Chiang Mai International Airport is operated by Airports of Thailand (AOT), the company that also runs Suvarnabhumi, Don Mueang and Phuket airports.
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Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): Northern Thailand's Hub
Chiang Mai International Airport is the main air gateway to northern Thailand and one of the busiest airports in the country. Its roots go back a long way. It started operating in 1934 as Suthep Airport, named after the district and the mountain that overlooks the city. Today it is run by Airports of Thailand (AOT) and handles a steady stream of domestic and international flights.
How Close Is CNX to Chiang Mai's Old City?
Few airports sit this close to a city centre. CNX is only a few kilometres from the moated Old City, and the drive usually takes 15 to 20 minutes, depending on traffic. Nimmanhaemin Road, the café and shopping district, is just as near.
Terminals and Facilities at Chiang Mai Airport
The airport has separate domestic and international terminals, with food outlets, shops and car rental counters on site. A single 3,100-metre runway serves all flights. Because the airport is so close to town, it can get busy at peak times, so give yourself enough time for check-in and security.
Airlines Flying from Chiang Mai
Bangkok is the busiest route by far, with flights to both Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang airports. Carriers including Thai Airways, Thai AirAsia, Bangkok Airways, Nok Air, Thai Lion Air and Thai Vietjet serve Chiang Mai. You can also find direct flights to other Thai cities and international services to destinations around Asia, which vary by season.
Getting from Chiang Mai Airport into the City
- Airport taxi: Official airport taxis run from a counter in the arrivals hall to most parts of the city.
- Chiang Mai City Bus: Colour-coded city bus routes link the airport with the Old City, Tha Phae Gate, the Night Bazaar and the MAYA mall area.
- Songthaew: The red shared trucks known locally as rot daeng also run to and from the airport.
- Ride-hailing and car rental: Grab operates in Chiang Mai, and several rental firms have counters in the terminal.
Things to Do in Chiang Mai
Inside the Old City walls you'll find centuries-old temples such as Wat Chedi Luang and Wat Phra Singh. Doi Suthep, the mountain temple that gave the original airport its name, looks down on the city from the west. After dark, the Night Bazaar and the weekend walking streets are popular for food and handicrafts.
Travel Tips for Chiang Mai International Airport
AOT recommends reaching the airport at least two hours before your flight. Traffic in Chiang Mai can build up at rush hour, even over short distances, so leave a little extra time. During festival periods such as Yi Peng and Songkran, flights fill quickly, so book early.
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