Cheap Flights from Brisbane to Chiang Mai

Fly to Chiang Mai, the laid back and atmospheric gateway city to Thailand’s gorgeous northern regions.

Airlines flying this route

There are no direct flights to Chiang Mai from Brisbane. Passengers can expect one, and sometimes two layovers on this route, and these are usually via Sydney (SYD), Bangkok (BKK), Hong Kong (HKG), Seoul (ICN) or Singapore (SIN).

Airlines operating from Brisbane to Chiang Mai include Korean Air, Qantas, Singapore Airlines, Virgin Australia, SilkAir, Emirates, Thai Airways, Thai Smile and Bangkok Airways.

Your Departure Airport

Brisbane Airport (BNE)

Departing from: Domestic or International Terminal depending on your connecting layover.

Brisbane Airport is well serviced and whether you are flying from the Domestic or the International Terminal, there are plenty of amenities to keep you entertained before boarding your flight. You can browse the wide selection of retail stores, or eat in one of the many food outlets. There are cash machines and a currency exchange service should you need it, and passengers may access up to

3 hours of free WiFi, though you must be in the Level 3 and 4 retail areas to connect.

Your Destination Airport

Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)

Arriving in: Domestic or the International Terminal depending on your connecting layover.

Chiang Mai International Airport is the fourth busiest airport in Thailand, and it is very well equipped for passengers transiting through its gates. You will find medical, currency and banking services, as well as access to business lounges, an information centre and free WiFi. There are lots of dining options, from traditional Thai to international cuisine, and a coffee bar where you can pick up snacks. There is also a duty-free store and a few retail shops you can browse in.

Transport

There’s only really two types of transportation into Chiang Mai, and that’s via taxi, or hotel transfers. If your hotel doesn’t offer to ferry you from the airport, then you can find a taxi just outside the terminal. The journey into town is short and inexpensive, taking around about 10-15 minutes and costing approximately 120BHT ($5).

If you want to rent a car, you can do so from this airport, all the major car companies are represented at Chiang Mai Airport, including Avis, Budget and Hertz.

Do you need a form of identification?

Yes. This is an international flight, so you are required to carry your passport with you.

How long should you leave to get to the airport?

As this is an international connecting flight, it is recommended that you check in at least 90 minutes before the scheduled departure time for this portion of the flight. Please be aware that if you are travelling in a group, or are going on to a connecting flight, that you arrive 120 minutes before departure time. 

Things you need to know

Time difference: Chiang Mai is three hours behind Brisbane.

Weather: Chiang Mai has wet and dry seasons, and the dry season can be divided into two further categories: the hot and the cool. The rainy season is from May to October and is best avoided. From November through February, the weather is considered at its most pleasant, when the temperature gauge is between 20-28°C. The hot season is from March through May, and unless you love the heat, it isn’t a pleasant time of year to go, expect temperatures to hover between 28-36°C.

Though Brisbane isn’t exorbitant, Chiang Mai is markedly cheaper across the board. A three-course dinner on the town for two people at a mid-range restaurant is a bargain, coming in at around 500BHT ($20).