Flying from Kaohsiung Airport (KHH) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Kaohsiung Airport to Chiang Mai Airport.
Chiang Mai's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Chiang Mai one hour behind Kaohsiung.
Your KHH to CNX flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Thai LionAir is your ticket to exploring Chiang Mai (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Thailand!). Browse the direct flights from Kaohsiung Airport to Chiang Mai Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Thai LionAir.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kaohsiung Airport to Chiang Mai Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between KHH and CNX:
Shanghai Pudong Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kaohsiung Airport (KHH) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
$128 is the lowest price for a one-way Kaohsiung Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight. A return flight starts from $251. These prices may change based on availability.
To score cheap tickets from KHH to CNX, reserve your journey 11 months before your departure.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Kaohsiung Airport to Chiang Mai Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about Kaohsiung Airport (KHH)
Kaohsiung Airport has a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from KHH make it to their destination as scheduled 92% of the time.
Kaohsiung Airport is around 11 kilometers from central Kaohsiung. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near KHH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Kaohsiung Airport to Chiang Mai Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
If you're getting in on a late Kaohsiung Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near CNX:
Grab a Chiang Mai Airport rental car and explore Chiang Mai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car rental and Hertz are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Chiang Mai Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
From Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai is approximately 3 kilometers away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the center driving.
Traveling on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
When to fly to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
The quietest month for a flight from Kaohsiung Airport to Chiang Mai Airport is June, while January is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Chiang Mai based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Kaohsiung Airport to Chiang Mai Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Chiang Mai, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from KHH to CNX sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Thailand
Chiang Mai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Thailand waiting to be discovered. About 434 kilometers east of Chiang Mai, a visit to Udon Thani will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Thai-Chinese Cultural Center, Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram.
If you want to check out another corner of Thailand, consider Lampang, roughly 80 kilometers south-east of Chiang Mai. Wat Chiang Rai, Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao Suchadaram and Wat Chai Mongkhon are highlights.