Travelling from Senai International Airport (JHB) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX): what you need to know
Chiang Mai is one hour behind Johor Bahru and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your JHB to CNX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as May. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Senai International Airport to Chiang Mai Airport. Many passengers pass through Guangzhou Airport when flying between JHB and CNX.
How to find the cheapest flights from Senai International Airport (JHB) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Senai International Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight is Rs35,204. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs71,476. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from JHB to CNX. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Senai International Airport to Chiang Mai Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from JHB to CNX.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Senai International Airport to Chiang Mai Airport.
Handy information about Senai International Airport (JHB)
66% of flights that take off from Senai International Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Johor Bahru to Senai International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near JHB? If you're boarding an early flight from Senai International Airport to Chiang Mai Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
If you're getting in on a late Senai International Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near CNX:
Pick up a Chiang Mai Airport rental car and discover Chiang Mai and beyond with your own wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car rental and Hertz are leading providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Chiang Mai Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from the centre of Chiang Mai. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
The quietest month for a flight from Senai International Airport to Chiang Mai Airport is June, while January is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Chiang Mai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Senai International 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 to 42ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JHB to CNX in January. Temperatures average between 12ºC and 31ºC then.
Explore more of Thailand
Chiang Mai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Thailand you should also see. About 434 kilometres east of Chiang Mai, a visit to Udon Thani will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre, Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Thailand, head for Lampang, about 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai. Wat Chiang Rai, Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao Suchadaram and Wat Chai Mongkhon are key highlights.
