Cheap flights to Chiang Mai
All scheduled flights to Northern Thailand arrive at Chiang Mai International Airport, located just 3 km from the city. The route network includes flights from numerous cities, with Bangkok remaining the leader, offering 921 flights per week. Other top destinations by flight frequency include Phuket, Seoul, and Taipei.
In total, 53 airlines provide air service to Chiang Mai, guaranteeing travelers a wide range of flight options. The largest carriers by the number of flights operated are Thai AirAsia, Thai Vietjet Air, and SriLankan Airlines. Detailed information for planning your trip can be found in the how to get there section, while the city cards with search tools below will help you select a specific route.
Bangkok — Chiang Mai
Khon Kaen — Chiang Mai
Hua Hin — Chiang Mai
Udon Thani — Chiang Mai
Krabi — Chiang Mai
Surat Thani — Chiang Mai
Phuket — Chiang Mai
Hat Yai — Chiang Mai
Seoul — Chiang Mai
Kuala Lumpur — Chiang Mai
Hanoi — Chiang Mai
Yangon — Chiang Mai
Flight insights to Chiang Mai
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Chiang Mai — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Chiang Mai come from Bangkok, Phuket and Seoul. Bangkok leads with around 921 flights a week.
Top departure countries
Most direct flights to Chiang Mai depart from Thailand, China and Korea, Republic Of. Thailand alone accounts for about 75% of all direct routes.
- Thailandavg $66
- Chinaavg $128
- Korea, Republic Ofavg $114
- Taiwan, Republic of Chinaavg $132
- Singaporeavg $133
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Chiang Mai range from Bangkok at $35 to Singapore at $133 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Chiang Mai from right now are Khon Kaen from $32, Bangkok from $35 and Hua Hin from $47.
- Khon Kaenfrom $32
- Bangkokfrom $35
- Hua Hinfrom $47
- Surat Thanifrom $60
- Krabifrom $70
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CambodiaFrequently asked questions
- Which cities have the most frequent flights to Chiang Mai?
- The highest number of scheduled flights arrives from Bangkok, with 921 departures weekly. Other popular routes include Phuket (78 flights), Seoul (44 flights), Taipei (42 flights), and Singapore (41 flights).
- How many airlines fly to Chiang Mai?
- 53 airlines provide air service to the city. Among the leaders in flight volume are carriers such as Thai AirAsia, Thai Vietjet Air, and Thai Airways.
- Which airports receive flights to Chiang Mai?
- The region's primary aviation hub is Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX). It is located in close proximity to the city center, which significantly simplifies transfers for arriving passengers.
- From how many cities can you fly to Chiang Mai?
- Direct and connecting flights are available from 15 key cities included in the main route network list. These include major Asian hubs such as Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, and Kunming.
- When is the best time to buy flight tickets to Chiang Mai?
- It is worth starting your ticket search several months before your trip to secure better deals. To choose the optimal time for a visit, it is recommended to check current information in the weather section.
- How to find cheap tickets to Chiang Mai?
- To save money, consider flights from low-cost carriers such as Nok Air or Scoot Tigerair. It is also helpful to compare offers from different hub airports using the search forms in the city cards below.