Non-stop flights from Chiang Mai (CNX)
Chiang Mai Airport (IATA: CNX, ICAO: VTCC), also known as Chiang Mai International Airport, is a medium sized airport in Thailand.It is an international airport and serves the area of Chiang Mai Province", "Northern Thailand, Thailand.Chiang Mai Airport has non-stop passenger flights scheduled to 31 destinations in 11 countries.
At present, there are 11 domestic flights from Chiang Mai.
The longest flight from Chiang Mai CNX is a 2,860 mile (4,603 km) non-stop route to Abu Dhabi AUH. This direct flight takes around 7 hours and 15 minutes and is operated by Etihad Airways.
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Airlines flying from Chiang Mai Popular destinations from Chiang Mai Popular destinations with a stopover Points & Miles information Destinations by flight duration Long-haul Flights Best time to travel from Chiang Mai Business Class flights First Class flights International flights Domestic flights Alternative airports FAQAirlines flying from Chiang Mai
In total there are 27 airlines flying from and to Chiang Mai. Most flights are operated by one of the following carriers:
Popular destinations from Chiang Mai
Below you can find a list of the most popular destinations from Chiang Mai, based on the number of scheduled flights for this month.
Popular destinations with a stopover
Aside from all non-stop destinations listed above, these are popular destinations from Chiang Mai that require a stopover:
Information on Points & Miles
This section lists destinations within specific distances from Chiang Mai. It's helpful if you're seeking destinations covering certain mileage, which can be useful when planning an award flight or booking with points and miles.
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Destinations from Chiang Mai by flight duration
Discover a variety of destinations from Chiang Mai below, organized by flight duration. This layout allows you to easily identify destinations based on the maximum flight duration you prefer. Additionally, you can utilize the duration filter on the map, which is even more convenient!
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Long-haul Flights from Chiang Mai
Long-haul flights open up the world, enabling travellers from Chiang Mai to easily reach distant destinations! Proper preparation and awareness of what to expect can transform these long journeys into a smoother and more enjoyable experience.
Flights are usually operated by a wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777, 787 Dreamliner, Airbus A330, A350, and A380, offering fuel efficiency and comfort. On most airlines, you can enjoy complimentary food and beverages in Economy Class, as well as seat-back screens with entertainment systems, and even Wi-Fi. Long-haul flights often involve crossing multiple time zones, leading to potential jet lag. Adjusting your sleep schedule to the destination’s time zone before departure can help minimize jet lag.
Finally, don't forget to bring your travel pillow, eye mask, and noise-canceling headphones to make your flight as comfortable as possible, as you will be on the plane for 7 hours or more!
Explore all long-haul destinations from Chiang Mai (with a flight duration of more than 7 hours) below:
Best time to travel from Chiang Mai
When planning a trip from Chiang Mai, the ideal time to travel depends on the climate and location of your destination. To assist you, we've organized all destinations by their climate types.
🌴 Tropical destinations
As of April, you can fly non-stop to 16 tropical locations. These areas are renowned for their rainforests, beaches, and adventurous activities like hiking, diving, and wildlife exploration.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
In the Northern Hemisphere, the dry season for these destinations lasts from November to April, which is the best time to explore them! You can enjoy predominantly dry conditions with tempratures ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F) during this period, while the wet season might lead to longer rain spells.
🌺 💦 Humid Subtropical destinations
Departing from Chiang Mai, you have the option to take a direct flight to 12 Humid Subtropical/Warm Temperate destinations. Known for their hot, humid summers, with temperatures around 30°C (86°F), and mild winters, these destinations feature lush greenery and year-round rainfall. You'll discover a blend of beautiful beaches, dense forests, and lively cities, offering abundant outdoor adventures, cultural sights, and city attractions to explore.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
These destinations can be enjoyed year-round, but the best times to visit are from April to June or from August to October
🌺 Subtropical destinations
At the moment, only 1 subtropical destination is accessible by a direct flight from Chiang Mai. Subtropical locations are known for their warmth, breathtaking vegetation and diverse wildlife, offering a mix of outdoor adventures and cultural experiences.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
You can enjoy those destinations north of the equator at any time — with temperatures that often exceed 30°C (86°F). But they are most enjoyable during the dry season, which lasts from late September to November. During this period, the weather is warm and pleasant, with little rainfall since the wet season has ended.
🥵 Hot Continental destinations
There’s currently just one destination accessible via a direct flight. Hot Continental destinations are known known for their hot, humid summers, where temperatures frequently rise above 30°C (86°F), and celebrated for their diverse landscapes, featuring both forests and mountains. Additionally, exploring the urban city areas can be highly enjoyable as well!
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The spring, summer, and fall months, from March to November, are typically the best times to visit these continental destinations located in the Northern Hemisphere. Summers can be very warm though, and there's a bit more precipitation compared to spring and autumn.
🏜️ Desert destinations
At the moment, there’s one desert destination you can reach with a direct flight from Chiang Mai. Desert locations are renowned for their striking landscapes, adventure activities such as sandboarding and camel riding, and tranquil, starry nights.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The destinations located in the Northern Hemisphere can be visited year-round, but for a more enjoyable visit, it's best to avoid them during the hot summer months, where temperatures often exceed 40°C (104°F). Consider scheduling your trip between September and May for a more pleasant experience.
Business class flights from Chiang Mai
There are 8 airports that have flights from Chiang Mai in Business Class. All airports that offer business class flights from CNX are listed below:
First class flights from Chiang Mai
There is only one airport that has First Class flights from Chiang Mai, which is Abu Dhabi (AUH).
International flights from Chiang Mai
Flights from Chiang Mai to China
In China there are several destinations from Chiang Mai (7 in total).
Direct flights to Beijing are offered by Air China (Star Alliance).
The only airline with direct flights to Chengdu is Chengdu Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop from Chiang Mai to Chongqing with West Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop to Guangzhou with China Southern or Spring Airlines.
Direct flights to Kunming are offered by China Eastern (SkyTeam).
You can fly non-stop to Shanghai with China Eastern (SkyTeam) or Spring Airlines.
Direct flights to Xi'an are offered by Spring Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
All flights to China
Flights from Chiang Mai to Hong Kong
Hong Kong is the only destination in Hong Kong with direct flights from Chiang Mai. Direct flights to Hong Kong are offered by Hong Kong Express.
All flights to Hong Kong
Flights from Chiang Mai to Japan
In Japan, the only destination that has a direct flight from Chiang Mai is Osaka. Direct flights to Osaka are offered by Thai Vietjet Air.
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Flights from Chiang Mai to Laos
There is 1 destination in Laos that has a direct connection from Chiang Mai, which is Luang Prabang. Direct flights to Luang Prabang are offered by Lao Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
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Flights from Chiang Mai to Malaysia
In Malaysia, the only destination that has a direct flight from Chiang Mai is Kuala Lumpur. You can fly non-stop to Kuala Lumpur with AirAsia or Malaysia Airlines (Oneworld).
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Flights from Chiang Mai to Myanmar (Burma)
There are 2 destinations in Myanmar (Burma) that have non-stop flights from Chiang Mai.
To Mandalay and Yangon, you can fly with Myanmar Airways.
All flights to Myanmar (Burma)
Flights from Chiang Mai to Singapore
Singapore is the only destination in Singapore with direct flights from Chiang Mai. Direct flights to Singapore are offered by Scoot.
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Flights from Chiang Mai to South Korea
If you are looking for a direct flight from Chiang Mai to South Korea, there are 2 destinations to choose from.
Direct flights to Busan are offered by Eastar Jet. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
From Chiang Mai to Seoul there are 5 airlines that have direct services, which are Air Busan, Eastar Jet, Jeju Air, Jin Air and Korean Air (SkyTeam).
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Flights from Chiang Mai to Taiwan
In Taiwan, there are 2 destinations from Chiang Mai.
Direct flights to Kaohsiung are offered by Thai Lion Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
From Chiang Mai to Taipei there are 4 airlines that have direct services, which are China Airlines (SkyTeam), EVA Air (Star Alliance), Starlux Airlines and Thai AirAsia.
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Flights from Chiang Mai to United Arab Emirates
There is 1 destination in United Arab Emirates that has a direct connection from Chiang Mai, which is Abu Dhabi. Direct flights to Abu Dhabi are offered by Etihad Airways. This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
All flights to United Arab Emirates
Flights from Chiang Mai to Vietnam
Hanoi is the only destination in Vietnam with direct flights from Chiang Mai. Direct flights to Hanoi are offered by Thai AirAsia.
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Domestic flights from Chiang Mai
Flights from Chiang Mai to Thailand
There are lots of domestic flights from Chiang Mai (CNX). 11 airports in Thailand have direct flights from the airport.
From Chiang Mai to Bangkok there are 4 airlines that have direct services, which are Bangkok Airways, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways (Star Alliance) and Thai Vietjet Air.
Non-stop flights to Bangkok (Don Muang) are offered by Nok Air, Thai AirAsia and Thai Lion Air.
All direct flights from Chiang Mai to Hat Yai, Hua Hin and Khon Kaen are operated by Thai AirAsia.
You can fly non-stop from Chiang Mai to Ko Samui with Bangkok Airways.
You can fly non-stop to Krabi with Bangkok Airways or Thai AirAsia.
Non-stop flights to Phuket are offered by Bangkok Airways, Thai AirAsia and Thai Vietjet Air.
You can fly non-stop from Chiang Mai to Surat Thani with Thai AirAsia.
The only airline with direct flights to U-Tapao, Rayong / Pattaya is Thai Lion Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
Direct flights to Udon Thani are offered by Thai AirAsia.
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Alternative airports near Chiang Mai
Below you can find a list of alternative airports to Chiang Mai (CNX). The nearest airports to Chiang Mai (CNX) are Lampang (LPT) and Chiang Rai (CEI).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Chiang Mai?
There are 2 airports in Chiang Mai: Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) and Lampang Airport (LPT).
What is the best airport to fly from Chiang Mai?
The most convenient airport to fly from Chiang Mai is Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX).
How many airlines fly from Chiang Mai?
There are 27 airlines flying from Chiang Mai to 31 airports around the world, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly from Chiang Mai?
Thai AirAsia, Bangkok Airways and Thai Lion Air operate most flights from Chiang Mai. To get a full overview of all operating airlines, please use the airline filter.
Which alliances are flying from Chiang Mai?
Star Alliance, SkyTeam and Oneworld are all flying from Chiang Mai.
How many nonstop flights are there from Chiang Mai?
There are roughly 2,530 flights departing from Chiang Mai every month (or 588 flights each week), to a total of 31 airports worldwide.
What is the official name of Chiang Mai Airport?
The official name of Chiang Mai Airport is Chiang Mai International Airport.
What is the airport code of Chiang Mai Airport?
The airport code of Chiang Mai Airport is CNX.
What are the most popular flights from Chiang Mai?
Bangkok (Don Muang), Bangkok and Phuket are the 3 most popular routes from Chiang Mai. For a complete overview of all flight routes from Chiang Mai, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight from Chiang Mai?
| Chiang Mai to Bangkok (Don Muang) | 1h 15m |
| Chiang Mai to Bangkok | 1h 25m |
| Chiang Mai to Phuket | 2h 5m |
| Chiang Mai to Taipei | 3h 50m |
| Chiang Mai to Krabi | 1h 55m |
