Cheap flights to Chiang Mai

Cheap flights to Chiang Mai

The cheapest one-way fare found this week from each departure city, in the currency we show for that city.

• From BangkokMar 20, nonstop $28
• From IstanbulOct 30, 2 stops €272
• From BrusselsJan 4, 2 stops €355

When it’s cheapest to fly to Chiang Mai

October, November and December, going by fares found this week from 3 departure cities. Lower bars are cheaper.

1. OctOctober 2026: about 5% above each city’s cheapest month
2. NovNovember 2026: about 14% above each city’s cheapest month
3. DecDecember 2026: about 13% above each city’s cheapest month
4. JanJanuary 2027: about 18% above each city’s cheapest month

Weather in Chiang Mai

Average daily high and low and monthly precipitation, 1991–2020 normals.

Source: Chiang Mai on Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Arriving in Chiang Mai

Flights land at Chiang Mai (CNX, 3 km from the centre).

Airport transfer

• Welcome PickupsPre-booked private transfer into Chiang Mai at a fixed price; the driver meets you at arrivals.
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• Kiwitaxi from Chiang MaiPrivate car or minivan at a fixed price, booked in advance.
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Car and scooter hire

• Car hire at Chiang Mai (CNX)Compare rental companies at the airport.
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• Local car rental in ThailandCars from local rental companies, booked online.
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Luggage storage

• Luggage storage in Chiang MaiDrop your bags at a shop or hotel near the station or centre, from a few euros a day.
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Things to do in Chiang Mai

Popular experiences on Viator, as Viator ranks them. “From” is the lowest price per person; the price for your date and group can differ.

• Chiang Mai Elephant Sanctuary, Bamboo Rafting and Waterfall Tour 8 hours, free cancellation (terms on Viator) From $54.98 per person
• Chiang Rai White Temple, Blue Temple and more from Chiang Mai 12 hours, free cancellation (terms on Viator) From $33 per person
• Northern Flavours Chiang Mai Food Tour with 15+ Tastings 4 hours, free cancellation (terms on Viator) From $59 per person

• All tours in Chiang Mai on ViatorTours, day trips and tickets; many can be cancelled for free.
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• Chiang Mai on KlookTours, attraction tickets and transport passes, with a wide choice in Asia.
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Mobile data in Thailand

A travel eSIM for Thailand costs from $4. Install it before you fly; most plans start when you first connect in the destination.

• 1 GB, 3 days$4
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• 3 GB, 3 days$5.50
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• 5 GB, 7 days$7
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