Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX): what you need to know
Chiang Mai's timezone is UTC+7, making Chiang Mai one hour 30 minutes ahead of Chennai.
To ensure you catch your MAA to CNX flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chennai Airport to Chiang Mai Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MAA and CNX:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
At the moment, Rs40,086 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs105,074. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from MAA to CNX. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Chennai Airport to Chiang Mai Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from MAA 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 get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chennai Airport to Chiang Mai Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
Of all flights leaving Chennai Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near MAA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chennai Airport to Chiang Mai Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
Consider staying in a hotel near CNX if you're catching a late Chennai Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Chiang Mai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and experience more of Chiang Mai and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Chiang Mai Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from central Chiang Mai. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Chiang Mai Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Chiang Mai. If you like a quieter vibe, go in June.
When reserving your flight from Chennai Airport to Chiang Mai Airport, think about the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Chiang Mai, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 42ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAA to CNX in January. Temperatures average between 12ºC and 31ºC then.
Explore more of Thailand
Udon Thani is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Chiang Mai. Around 434 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre, Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram.
Lampang is another favourite destination in Thailand and is around 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai. No journey is complete without seeing Wat Chiang Rai, Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao Suchadaram and Wat Chai Mongkhon.
