Flying from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): What you need to know
Osaka is home to two main airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Explore your options for booking a flight from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) flying out of Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Kobe Airport (UKB).
Around 6 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport flight.
Chiang Mai International Airport is located in Chiang Mai. The city operates on the UTC+7 timezone and is two hours behind Osaka.
You can pick from 4 direct flights every week between Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX). This is the busiest route, with Thai Vietjet Air offering a 8:55am departure from KIX to CNX.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Osaka to CNX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
With more people on the move during high season, it's wise to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Get to your destination in one go from Kansai International Airport (KIX). Direct flights from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) can be booked from here.
When departing from KIX, you can catch a direct flight from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport with Thai Vietjet Air.
The most frequently booked airline between KIX and CNX is Thai Vietjet Air.
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Osaka to CNX that include a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Kansai International Airport (KIX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between KIX and CNX include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
To reach KIX from central Osaka, it takes about 45 minutes to drive the 48 kilometres or so.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport? First Cabin Kansai Airport and Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport are close to Kansai International Airport. They're an especially great choice if you're jetting out early.
Of all flights leaving Kansai International Airport, 67.95% land on time at their destination.
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to ITM from the centre of Osaka in about 20 minutes. The airport is approximately 16 kilometres away.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Itami Airport the day before your Osaka to CNX flight:
77.41% of flights leaving Itami Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
The address for ITM is 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
If you're making your way to UKB from central Osaka, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there by car. The drive is roughly 40 kilometres.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Kobe Airport make departure day effortless if you're jetting off early:
UKB has a very good on-time arrivals rating of 85.15%, so there's a high chance your flight will stay on schedule and touch down as expected.
Kobe Airport is located at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Have a late flight from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near CNX and hit the pillow fast:
Follow your own route with a Chiang Mai International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and experience more of Chiang Mai and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport flight.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
The centre of Chiang Mai is about 3 kilometres from Chiang Mai International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do some research before your trip.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport is Rs27,734. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs57,051. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book one month before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Osaka to CNX.
Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on flight tickets from Osaka to CNX.
Find a cheap flight from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to go to Chiang Mai. August is when most people book flights from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book an Osaka to CNX flight ticket departing in April if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Chiang Mai to range from 22ºC to 42ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport in January when temperatures are between 12ºC and 31ºC.
More about Chiang Mai
Start your Chiang Mai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Your Chiang Mai trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions worth exploring include Songkran Festival Chiang Mai, Yi Peng and Loy Krathong (Lantern Festival) and Doi Suthep.
Explore more of Thailand
Phitsanulok is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be explored once you've seen Chiang Mai. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat, Phra Si Ratana Temple (Wat Yai) and Wat Ratcha Burada Temple.
Around 153 kilometres north-east of Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai is another favourite stop in Thailand. Start your sightseeing at Wat Rong Khun, Wat Phra Kaew and Wat Huai Pla Kung.
