Flying from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Kansai International Airport (KIX): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Kansai International Airport.
The timezone in Osaka is UTC+9, which is two hours ahead of Chiang Mai.
Take your pick of four weekly Chiang Mai International Airport to Kansai International Airport flights. The 00:35 departure with Thai Vietjet Air is the earliest flight you can take. Thai Vietjet Air operates the latest service of the day at 00:35.
To ensure you get on your CNX to KIX flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Thai Vietjet Air has direct flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Kansai International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Osaka — and maybe even more of Japan if time allows.
Most passengers choose to travel with Thai Vietjet Air on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chiang Mai International Airport to Kansai International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between CNX and KIX:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Rs42,933 is the lowest price for a one-way Chiang Mai International Airport to Kansai International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs87,484. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Book seven months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CNX to KIX.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Kansai International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chiang Mai International Airport, data shows 76.37% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Chiang Mai to Chiang Mai International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to CNX? If you're catching an early flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Kansai International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Chiang Mai International Airport to Kansai International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KIX instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Kansai International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE or TravelCar and venture far and wide through Osaka and beyond.
To lock in the lowest rate, book your vehicle from Kansai International Airport several weeks in advance. Rates typically rise closer to your travel date.
Getting from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka
The street address for KIX is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Kansai International Airport to central Osaka has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
When to fly to Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The quietest month for a flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Kansai International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Osaka based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Kansai International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Osaka during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 34ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CNX to KIX in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 10ºC then.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Japan just waiting to be discovered. About 386 kilometres east of Osaka, a trip to Yokohama will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Japan, consider Nagoya, roughly 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are among its highlights.