Flying from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Chiang Mai and Luang Prabang are both in the UTC+7 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
You can choose from 17 weekly Chiang Mai International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport flights. The 15:15 departure with Lao Airlines is the earliest you can take. Lao Airlines operates the last service of the day at 15:15.
To ensure you catch your CNX to LPQ flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Lao Airlines is your gateway to discovering Luang Prabang (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Laos!). Check out the direct flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport offered by this carrier.
Most passengers choose to fly with Lao Airlines on this route.
Lao Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates CNX to LPQ flights. A dependable 86.89% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
If you want to visit a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chiang Mai International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Suvarnabhumi Airport is a sought-after stop between CNX and LPQ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chiang Mai International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport flight is Rs28,838. A return ticket is currently Rs61,959. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from CNX to LPQ by booking nine months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Of all flights leaving Chiang Mai International Airport, 76.37% arrive on time at their destination.
Chiang Mai International Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Chiang Mai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to CNX? If you're catching an early flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Chiang Mai International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LPQ instead:
Book a Luang Prabang International Airport rental car and check out destinations off the typical tourist track. Sixt and Avis can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Luang Prabang and beyond.
Booking your ride from Luang Prabang International Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to central Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang International Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from the centre of Luang Prabang. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
When to fly to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Luang Prabang. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Luang Prabang is April, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 41ºC. Book your flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CNX to LPQ in January. Temperatures average between 10ºC and 30ºC then.
Explore more of Laos
Luang Prabang is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Laos just waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres south of Luang Prabang, a visit to Vientiane will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Pha That Luang, COPE Visitor Centre and Phongkham Pagoda.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Laos, consider Thakhek, about 386 kilometres south-east of Luang Prabang. MAG UXO Visitor Centre, Wat Nabo and Mekong Riverside View Point are the start of reasons to visit.