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Flight deals from Colombo Bandaranayake to Chiang Mai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Chiang Mai Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $411. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Chiang Mai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Colombo Bandaranayake to Chiang Mai flights are currently cheapest in June.

Colombo Bandaranayake to Chiang Mai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Colombo Bandaranayake to Chiang Mai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chiang Mai.

Colombo to Chiang Mai: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$411
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranayake to Chiang Mai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Colombo Bandaranayake to Chiang Mai is $411. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Colombo Bandaranayake to Chiang Mai. But we found flights with one or more stops from $411.
There are no flights flying from Colombo Bandaranayake to Chiang Mai, as of May 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Chiang Mai is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Chiang Mai Airport on Thursday, June 18, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Colombo Bandaranayake Airport and Chiang Mai Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chiang Mai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chiang Mai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Malaysia Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chiang Mai.

Flying from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know

  • Chiang Mai's timezone is UTC+7, making Chiang Mai one hour 30 minutes ahead of Colombo.

  • Your CMB to CNX flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Traveling during a peak month like February? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. These are the top stopovers between CMB and CNX:

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Hong Kong International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)

  • Currently, $171 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $411. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap tickets from CMB to CNX, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.

  • Finding cheap flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across each month and snap up a great deal.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from CMB to CNX is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.

  • Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • 75.71% of flights that leave from Bandaranaike International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • To reach Bandaranaike International Airport from central Colombo, it takes about 40 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometers from the airport to the city center.

  • The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to CMB:

Arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)

Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai

  • Chiang Mai International Airport is roughly 5 kilometers from central Chiang Mai. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.

  • If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.

When to fly to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)

  • It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Chiang Mai. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in February.

  • Book your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport for April if you want to go to Chiang Mai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CMB to CNX in January. Average temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.

Explore more of Thailand

  • Udon Thani is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be discovered after you've seen Chiang Mai. Around 434 kilometers away to the east, well-known attractions include Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.

  • Around 80 kilometers south-east of Chiang Mai, Lampang is another essential stop in Thailand. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Baan Sao Nak, Ratsadapisek Bridge and Horse-Drawn Carriage.

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