Cheap Flights from Bangkok to Chiang Mai

Travelling to Chiang Mai for a much-needed break but worried about the cost of airfare? Let Trip.com give you a helping hand with finding the best-priced airfare for flights Bangkok to Chiang Mai. No matter your flight specifications, Trip.com will search through hundreds of airlines and flights to get you that deal.

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:

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

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. 

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).