Flying from Surat Thani Airport (URT) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Surat Thani and Chiang Mai are in the UTC+7 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Every week, there are nine Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flights. To be on board as early as possible, select the 13:10 Thai AirAsia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 19:45 with Thai AirAsia.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your URT to CNX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Thai AirAsia offers direct flights from Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Chiang Mai — and maybe even more of Thailand if you have time.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Thai AirAsia.
The most punctual carrier that offers URT to CNX flights is Thai AirAsia. Its services land as scheduled 78.69% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Surat Thani Airport (URT) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight is Rs11,530. A return ticket is currently Rs26,529. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from URT to CNX by booking at least three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for flights from Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Surat Thani Airport (URT)
73.7% of flights that take off from Surat Thani Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Surat Thani to Surat Thani Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 3 hours 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near URT:
Arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Consider staying in a hotel near CNX if you're on a late Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Chiang Mai International Airport rental car and discover Chiang Mai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Chiang Mai International Airport about two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest 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.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
August is the busiest month for flights from Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Chiang Mai in February.
The warmest month in Chiang Mai is April, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your flights from Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from URT to CNX around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Chiang Mai, now it's time to discover other corners of Thailand. Travel around 434 kilometres east to Udon Thani to tick off its top attractions. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Thailand, head for Lampang, about 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai. Baan Sao Nak, Ratsadapisek Bridge and Horse-Drawn Carriage are the start of reasons to visit.