Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
Chiang Mai is six hours behind Auckland and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your AKL to CNX flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Auckland Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between AKL and CNX:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight is Rs103,185. A round-trip fare is currently Rs179,910. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from AKL to CNX if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Snapping up cheap flights from AKL to CNX is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Auckland Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
Of all flights leaving Auckland Airport, 69.31% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Auckland to Auckland Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Auckland Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to AKL:
Arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
If you're getting in on a late Auckland Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near CNX:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Chiang Mai International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and explore beyond Chiang Mai's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Chiang Mai International Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Chiang Mai. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
August is the busiest month for flights from Auckland Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Chiang Mai in February.
When booking your flight from Auckland Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Chiang Mai, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 42ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap tickets from AKL to CNX sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
Chiang Mai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Thailand just waiting to be discovered. Around 434 kilometres east of Chiang Mai, a visit to Udon Thani will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Around 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai, Lampang is another favourite stop in Thailand. Start your sightseeing at Baan Sao Nak, Ratsadapisek Bridge and Horse-Drawn Carriage.