Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
Chiang Mai is 11 hours ahead of Durham and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your RDU to CNX flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Rs169,369 is currently the best price for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs398,682. These prices can change based on demand.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RDU to CNX. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from RDU land on schedule 80.09% of the time.
To get to Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it takes about 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near RDU? If you're catching an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
If you're landing on a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near CNX:
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 discover more of Chiang Mai and beyond.
Booking your ride from Chiang Mai International Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai International Airport to central Chiang Mai has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
It typically takes 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
August is the busiest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Chiang Mai in February.
The warmest month in Chiang Mai is April, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 12ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from RDU to CNX sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
Chiang Mai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Thailand you'll want to see. About 434 kilometres east of Chiang Mai, a visit to Udon Thani will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Lampang is another essential stop in Thailand and is around 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai. No journey is complete without a visit to Baan Sao Nak, Ratsadapisek Bridge and Horse-Drawn Carriage.
