Travelling from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
Chiang Mai's timezone is UTC+7, making Chiang Mai 14 hours ahead of Seattle.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SEA to CNX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SEA and CNX:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Incheon International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight is Rs133,713. A round-trip fare right now is Rs261,350. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SEA to CNX if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Landing cheap flights from SEA to CNX is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport.
Handy information about Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SEA arrive at their destination as scheduled 81.27% of the time.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near SEA:
Arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Reserve a hotel near CNX if you have a late Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Chiang Mai International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and explore beyond Chiang Mai's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Chiang Mai International Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Chiang Mai. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
It takes roughly 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
August is the most popular month for flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Chiang Mai in February.
Before locking in your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Chiang Mai, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 42ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SEA to CNX around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Chiang Mai, now it's time to discover other corners of Thailand. Journey around 434 kilometres east to Udon Thani to check off its popular sights. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai, Lampang is another favourite stop in Thailand. No visit is complete without checking out Baan Sao Nak, Ratsadapisek Bridge and Horse-Drawn Carriage.