Find the cheapest direct flight options from Bangkok to Chiang Mai over the next three months. Book one-way tickets from £22 and round-trip tickets from £43.

Airlines operating flights from Bangkok to Chiang Mai

Choose from 6 airlines flying from Bangkok to Chiang Mai, including Thai Lion Air, Thai Vietjet Air and Thai AirAsia. Nokair Airline currently offers the cheapest ticket on this route.
Thai Lion Air logo Thai Lion Air
Thai Vietjet Air logo Thai Vietjet Air
Thai AirAsia logo Thai AirAsia
Thai Airways logo Thai Airways
Nokair Airline logo Nokair Airline
Bangkok Airways logo Bangkok Airways
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Bangkok to Chiang Mai according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Flight details for Bangkok to Chiang Mai

The distance between Bangkok and Chiang Mai is 583.73km. It takes around 1 hour 21 minutes on average to fly from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. Based on Trip.com's data, travel demand peaks in January. The off-season for travel is September.

Cheapest one-way flight price£22
Cheapest return ticket price£43
Off-season travel monthSeptember
Peak season for travelJanuary
Flight distance583.73km
Average flight time1 hour 21 minutes
Popular airlineThai Lion Air
Flight statistics for the Bangkok–Chiang Mai route are based on aggregated booking data from Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Trip.com price insights on flights from Bangkok to Chiang Mai

What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?

The average one way ticket price paid by Trip.com users from Bangkok to Chiang Mai in each month over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data, the cheapest month to fly from Bangkok to Chiang Mai is July, with an average price of £8. The most expensive month is usually February, with average prices reaching £12.

£12
£10
£8
£6
  • £8
    Jul
  • £9
    Aug
  • £8
    Sep
  • £9
    Oct
  • £10
    Nov
  • £10
    Dec
  • £10
    Jan
  • £12
    Feb
  • £10
    Mar
  • £11
    Apr
  • £9
    May
  • £9
    Jun

What is the cheapest month for return flights from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?

Average price of return flights from Bangkok to Chiang Mai purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months

Based on Trip.com's historical data, September is often the cheapest month for fly from Bangkok to Chiang Mai, with an average price of £24. November is usually the most expensive period, with prices averaging as high as £48.

£48
£36
£24
£12
    Cheapest
  • £39
    Jul
  • £36
    Aug
  • £24
    Sep
  • £41
    Oct
  • £48
    Nov
  • £46
    Dec
  • £41
    Jan
  • £42
    Feb
  • £39
    Mar
  • £44
    Apr
  • £40
    May
  • £40
    Jun

Flight FAQs

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Bangkok (BKK) to Chiang Mai (CNX)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Nokair Airline offers one-way fares as low as £22 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. DMK to CNX on Wed, Sep 2), while Nokair Airline offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from £43 departing on Wed, Sep 2 and returning on Fri, Sep 4.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Bangkok to Chiang Mai with the following airlines, including: Thai Lion Air Thai Vietjet Air Thai AirAsia Thai Airways Nokair Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes about 1 hour 21 minutes to fly from Bangkok (BKK) to Chiang Mai (CNX).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Bangkok to Chiang Mai is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 197 flight per week flying from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Thai Lion Air: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- SL512 (13:13) Thai Vietjet Air: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- VZ108 (16:03) Nokair: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- DD120 (06:39)
  • To find best deals on flights from Bangkok to Chiang Mai, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Wed, Sep 2, with one-way flights priced at just £22.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Nokair Airline.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Chiang Mai travel is around January.
    · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.
  • The cheapest months to fly from Bangkok to Chiang Mai is September, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our July flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Bangkok to Chiang Mai on July 21, 2026 with Thai Vietjet Air, with prices starting at £24.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Chiang Mai, with Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport (BKK-CNX) is by far the most common option on this route: Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX).
  • The time difference between Chiang Mai and Bangkok is 0h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

Flights Bangkok to Chiang Mai

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How to search for cheap flights Bangkok to Chiang Mai?

Try these tips to save money on airfare for flights Bangkok to Chiang Mai when buying your next airline ticket. First, travel in the off-peak season can save you bundles. For flights Bangkok to Chiang Mai, the low season is in October and avoid December peak month if possible. Which day of the week you travel can also affect flight price. 

About Airport

-Airports providing direct flights from Bangkok

Direct flights Bangkok to Chiang Mai will depart from two Bangkok international airports, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).

-Airport in Chiang Mai

There is only one main airport in Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX).

-How to get to airport in Bangkok?

Passengers heading to Bangkok airports have a number of transfer options. From the city centre to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), transport options include:

TransportationDurationPrice (one-way)
Taxi32 minsApprox. £5.60
Airport Rail Link City Train30 minsApprox. £0.85-1.05
Local Bus60 minsApprox. £1.40

From the city centre to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK), transport options include:

TransportationDurationPrice (one-way)
Taxi22 minsApprox. £7-10.50
Airport Limo Express Bus60 minsApprox. £3.50
Local Bus A120 minsApprox. £0.70

The A1 bus travels to Mo Chit bus station while the Airport Limo Express Bus heads to Khao San station. Connecting transportation, e.g., the BTS Skytrain or the MRT subway, are needed from these two stations to reach central Bangkok.

-Airports and terminal information in Bangkok

The Greater Bangkok area has two main international airports, Suvarnabhumi Airport and Don Mueang Airport. Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is around 25 km (approx. 15.5 miles) from central Bangkok, in the Samut Prakan province. The BKK has 3 terminals, T1 and T2 for international flights and T3 for domestic flights. Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is a little closer to downtown, about 24 km or 15 miles away. It mainly serves as a hub for low-cost airliners, direct flights Bangkok to Chiang Mai operated by Thai Lion Air, Nokair, and Thai AirAsia take off from here.

-How to get to downtown from the airport in Chiang Mai?

After arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) from flights Bangkok to Chiang Mai, travellers can transfer from the airport into the city centre by taxi or shared van. 

TransportationDurationPrice (one-way)
Taxi15 minsApprox. £3.50-4.50
Chiang Mai City Bus (R3)25 minsApprox. £0.50

Taxis can be found outside the airport, and three main taxi companies operate the airport to the city centre route. For the bus option, Chiang Mai City Bus's route R3 runs in a loop between the airport and the Old City. Passengers can hop on the bus outside the arrivals hall's Exit 1.

-Airport and terminal information in Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) is the fourth busiest airport in Thailand and is also the gateway for northern Thailand. Located only 5 km (or 3 miles) from central Chiang Mai's Old City, the CNX is a two-terminal airport. The airport offers numerous facilities such as travel agents and customer service desks from many airlines, ATM and currency exchange, food and drinks venues and shops.

About Airlines

-Which airlines providing the route?

There are hundreds of flights Bangkok to Chiang Mai each week. Thai AirAsia is the most popular airline for this route as it operates around 449 non-stop flights from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. Other airlines that offer direct flights Bangkok to Chiang Mai include Bangkok Airways, Nokair, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways, Thai Lion Air, Thai Smile and Thai Vietjet Air.

-Fastest direct flight

For the fastest direct flights for this route, fly with Nokair, as it offers 4-6 daily direct flights Bangkok to Chiang Mai, depending on the day of the week.

-Cheapest flight

According to Trip.com, the lowest price for flights Bangkok to Chiang Mai direct is around £18; flights Bangkok to Chiang Mai return can be purchased for about £32. 

-Flight duration and distance

The average flight time is 1 hour 12 minutes from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. The shortest duration is 1 hour 5 minutes, and the longest duration for direct flights Bangkok to Chiang Mai is 1 hour 20 minutes. 

-Earliest and latest flights

The earliest flight departs from Bangkok (DMK) at 05:10 and arrives in Chiang Mai (CNX) at 06:25. The latest flight departs from Bangkok (DMK) at 21:50 and arrives in Chiang Mai (CNX) at 23:00.

About Chiang Mai

-Tourist attractions in Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai is Thailand's second city, the gateway to northern Thailand, and it used to be the capital city of the Lanna Kingdom. So, with an abundance of historic sites, excellent local cuisine and unique local culture, it's no surprise Chiang Mai is a huge draw for foreign and backpacker travellers. There's no shortage of stunning temples and religious sites in the city. Top choices include Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, the ruins of Wat Chedi Luang and Wat Prasingh in the heart of the Old City. To shop and eat like a local, stop by one of these well-known markets, e.g. Chiang Mai Gate Market, Sunday Walking Market and Night Bazaar. A highlight of Chiang Mai is visiting its mountain communities. For example, see how people live in a small Hmong village - Doi Pui Village and learn about local culture at the Highland People Discovery Museum.

-Popular hotels in Chiang Mai

First time in Chiang Mai, and you are unsure which area best suits your stay. Check out Trip.com's Best Hotels in Chiang Mai recommendation for the top popular hotels in the city and surrounding region. The best areas to stay for tourists in Chiang Mai include the Old City, Nimman Area, Night Bazaar and Riverside.

-Best time to visit Chiang Mai

While Chiang Mai is a year-round destination, it is most comfortable and sunny during the cool months between November and February. The cool months are a popular time to visit Chiang Mai and northern Thailand in general. The hot months are March to May and the rainy months are June to October. Even the coldest month in Chiang Mai, January, enjoys a pleasant temperature range of 15°C to 30°C (approx. 59°F to 85°F).

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Change & Cancellation Policy

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Voluntary cancellation/change:
To request a change or cancellation, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and flight segment, and submit your request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline's ticket policy.
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If the flight schedule has changed and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please visit the customer support pages.