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Flight deals from Velana International to Chiang Mai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Velana International Airport to Chiang Mai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs176,137. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chiang Mai.Rs89,559 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Velana International on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs89,559, select.
Chiang Mai.Rs93,890 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Velana International on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs93,890, select.
Chiang Mai.Rs94,037 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Oct.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Velana International on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs94,037, select.
Chiang Mai.Rs94,655 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Feb.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Velana International on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs94,655, select.
Chiang Mai.Rs95,723 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Velana International on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs95,723, select.
Chiang Mai.Rs98,192 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs98,192, select.
Chiang Mai.Rs99,024 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Apr.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Velana International on Fri, 23 Apr, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs99,024, select.
Chiang Mai.Rs101,823 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Dec.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Velana International on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs101,823, select.
Chiang Mai.Rs106,566 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Jan.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Velana International on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs106,566, select.
Chiang Mai.Rs202,500 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Jul.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Velana International on Fri, 23 Jul, arriving in Chiang Mai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs202,500, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Velana International to Chiang Mai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Velana International to Chiang Mai flights are currently cheapest in November.
Aug
from Rs98,431
Sep
from Rs95,956
Oct
from Rs94,266
Nov
from Rs89,777
Dec
from Rs102,071
Jan
from Rs106,826
Feb
from Rs94,885
Mar
from Rs94,119
Apr
from Rs99,265
May
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Jun
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Jul
from Rs202,993

Velana International to Chiang Mai: Alternative routes

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Chiang Mai

4km from central Chiang Mai
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Lampang

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Malé to Chiang Mai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs89,559
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Velana International to Chiang Mai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Velana International to Chiang Mai is Rs160,439. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Velana International to Chiang Mai. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs160,439.
As of August 2026, there are no flights flying from Velana International to Chiang Mai.
The cheapest month to fly from Velana International to Chiang Mai is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Velana International Airport to Chiang Mai Airport on Thursday, 15 October 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Velana International Airport and Chiang Mai Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chiang Mai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chiang Mai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Thai AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chiang Mai.

Travelling from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX): what you need to know

  • Chiang Mai's timezone is UTC+7, making Chiang Mai two hours ahead of Malé.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MLE 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.

  • During popular months like December, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Velana International Airport to Chiang Mai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MLE and CNX include:

    • Shanghai Pudong Airport

    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport

    • Hong Kong Intl Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)

  • Rs89,559 is currently the best price for a one-way Velana International Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs160,830. These prices may change based on availability.

  • It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from MLE to CNX. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • Getting cheap flights from Velana International Airport to Chiang Mai Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and score a great deal.

  • 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 send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from MLE to CNX.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Velana International Airport to Chiang Mai Airport.

Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)

  • 77% of flights that take off from Velana International Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • Velana International Airport is around 2 kilometres from central Malé. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a trip time of roughly 20 minutes on public transport.

  • Catching an early flight from Velana International Airport to Chiang Mai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near MLE:

Arriving at Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)

  • Reserve a hotel near CNX if you're catching a late Velana International Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:

  • Grab a Chiang Mai Airport rental car and explore Chiang Mai and beyond with your own wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car rental and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Chiang Mai Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.

Getting from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai

  • Chiang Mai Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from central Chiang Mai. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.

When to fly to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)

  • January is the busiest month for flights from Velana International Airport to Chiang Mai Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Chiang Mai in June.

  • The warmest month in Chiang Mai is April, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 42ºC. Book your flights from Velana International Airport to Chiang Mai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MLE to CNX in January. Average temperatures are between 12ºC and 31ºC then.

Explore more of Thailand

  • You've visited Chiang Mai, now it's time to explore other parts of Thailand. Travel about 434 kilometres east to Udon Thani to tick off its top sights. From Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre to Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Around 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai, Lampang is another favourite stop in Thailand. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Wat Chiang Rai, Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao Suchadaram and Wat Chai Mongkhon.

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