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Flight deals from Colombo Bandaranayake to Chiang Mai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Chiang Mai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $632. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Chiang Mai.$519 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan, returning Tue, 19 Jan.Return flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Mai on Tue, 19 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $519, select.

Chiang Mai.$520 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar, returning Thu, 4 Mar.Return flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Mai on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $520, select.

Chiang Mai.$592 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep, returning Sat, 3 Oct.Return flight with Thai AirAsia and Nok Air.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound indirect flight with Nok Air, departs from Chiang Mai on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $592, select.

Chiang Mai.$630 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Jan, returning Mon, 1 Feb.Return flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 28 Jan, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Mai on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $630, select.

Chiang Mai.$632 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep, returning Sun, 27 Sep.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Chiang Mai on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $632, select.

Chiang Mai.$634 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Mon, 19 Oct.Return flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Mai on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $634, select.

Chiang Mai.$640 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Dec, returning Mon, 1 Mar.Return flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 20 Dec, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Mai on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $640, select.

Chiang Mai.$642 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Mai on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $642, select.

Chiang Mai.$667 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov, returning Wed, 2 Dec.Return flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Mai on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $667, select.

Chiang Mai.$668 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Apr, returning Wed, 12 May.Return flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 28 Apr, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Mai on Wed, 12 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $668, select.

Chiang Mai.$713 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Dec, returning Fri, 19 Feb.Return flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 19 Dec, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Mai on Fri, 19 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $713, select.

Chiang Mai.$741 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Dec, returning Thu, 31 Dec.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 28 Dec, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Chiang Mai on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $741, select.

Chiang Mai.$748 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Feb, returning Fri, 12 Feb.Return flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Mai on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $748, select.

Chiang Mai.$749 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug, returning Sat, 5 Sep.Return flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Mai on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $749, select.

Chiang Mai.$751 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Mar, returning Fri, 9 Apr.Return flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 31 Mar, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Mai on Fri, 9 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $751, select.

Chiang Mai.$893 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug, returning Tue, 25 Aug.Return flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Chiang Mai.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Mai on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $893, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Chiang Mai

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Colombo Bandaranayake to Chiang Mai: Alternative routes

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Colombo to Chiang Mai: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$519
Cheapest month to fly	January

Finding cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranayake to Chiang Mai: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Colombo Bandaranayake to Chiang Mai?

The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo Bandaranayake to Chiang Mai is $520. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Colombo Bandaranayake to Chiang Mai?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Colombo Bandaranayake to Chiang Mai. But we found flights with one or more stops from $519.

How many flights are there a week from Colombo Bandaranayake to Chiang Mai?

As of August 2026, there are no flights flying from Colombo Bandaranayake to Chiang Mai.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Chiang Mai?

The cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Chiang Mai is usually January.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Chiang Mai Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Chiang Mai Airport on Monday, 11 January 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Chiang Mai Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Colombo Bandaranayake Airport and Chiang Mai Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Chiang Mai?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chiang Mai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Chiang Mai?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chiang Mai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Chiang Mai with?

Currently, Thai AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chiang Mai.

Flying from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX): what you need to know

Chiang Mai's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Chiang Mai one hour 30 minutes ahead of Colombo.
Give yourself enough time to make your CMB to CNX flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Chiang Mai Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between CMB and CNX:
- Kuala Lumpur International Airport
- Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
- Hong Kong Intl Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)

$279 is the best price for a one-way Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight. Return flights start at $519. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from CMB to CNX, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Chiang Mai Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Landing cheap flights from CMB to CNX is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Chiang Mai Airport.

Handy information about Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)

69% of flights that take off from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport from central Colombo, it'll take about 40 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Chiang Mai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near CMB:

Arriving at Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)

The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CNX instead:
Pick up a Chiang Mai Airport rental car and explore Chiang Mai and beyond with your own wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car rental and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Chiang Mai Airport about two weeks before your travel date.

Getting from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai Airport to central Chiang Mai has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.

When to fly to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)

The quietest month for a flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Chiang Mai Airport is June, while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Chiang Mai based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Chiang Mai is April, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Chiang Mai Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CMB to CNX sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Thailand

You've visited Chiang Mai, now it's time to explore other parts of Thailand. Journey about 434 kilometres east to Udon Thani to tick off its must-visit sights. From Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre to Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Lampang is another essential stop in Thailand and is around 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai. No trip is complete without experiencing Wat Chiang Rai, Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao Suchadaram and Wat Chai Mongkhon.