Flying from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Yangon International Airport (RGN): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Yangon International Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Yangon's timezone is UTC+6:30, which makes Yangon 30 minutes behind Chiang Mai.
Every week, there are 24 Chiang Mai International Airport to Yangon International Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as early as possible, opt for the 14:40 Myanmar Airways International flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 21:15 with Myanmar National Airlines.
Your CNX to RGN flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Myanmar Airways International has direct flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Yangon International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Yangon — and maybe even more of Myanmar if time allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with Myanmar Airways International on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chiang Mai International Airport to Yangon International Airport. Simply deselect '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 RGN:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Yangon International Airport (RGN)
Rs21,846 is currently the best price for a one-way Chiang Mai International Airport to Yangon International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs47,413. These prices can change depending on availability.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CNX to RGN.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Yangon International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Of all flights leaving Chiang Mai International Airport, 76.37% land on time at their destination.
To reach Chiang Mai International Airport from central Chiang Mai, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near CNX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Yangon International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Yangon International Airport (RGN)
If you have a late Chiang Mai International Airport to Yangon International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near RGN:
Getting from Yangon International Airport (RGN) to central Yangon
Yangon International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Yangon. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Yangon International Airport (RGN)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Yangon International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Yangon. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Yangon International Airport for April if you'd like to explore Yangon during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 41ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CNX to RGN in January. Temperatures average between 18ºC and 32ºC then.
Explore more of Myanmar
You've done Yangon, now it's time to explore other parts of Myanmar. Travel about 64 kilometres north-east to Bago to check off its leading sights. From Bee Throne Hall to Plage de la Hume and Kanbawza Thadai Golden Palace Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Meiktila is another standout destination in Myanmar and is around 451 kilometres north of Yangon. No trip is complete without visiting General Aung San Park, Mingalar Zay Yone Monastery and Htayasana Monastery.