Flying from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Brisbane Airport (BNE): what you need to know
Brisbane is three hours ahead of Chiang Mai and follows the UTC+10 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CNX to BNE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chiang Mai International Airport to Brisbane Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between CNX and BNE:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
At the moment, $342 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chiang Mai International Airport to Brisbane Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $754. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CNX to BNE if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Brisbane Airport.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from CNX to BNE.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Brisbane Airport.
Handy information about Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
76.37% of flights that depart Chiang Mai International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Chiang Mai International Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Chiang Mai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near CNX. Whether you have an early flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Brisbane Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
If you're arriving on a late Chiang Mai International Airport to Brisbane Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near BNE:
Grab a Brisbane Airport rental car and discover Brisbane and beyond with your own wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and Alpha Car Hire are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Brisbane Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to central Brisbane
Brisbane Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Brisbane. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It typically takes 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
January is the busiest month for flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Brisbane Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Brisbane in April.
Before locking in your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Brisbane Airport, think about the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Brisbane, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CNX to BNE in July. Temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Gold Coast is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Brisbane. Around 72 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including SkyPoint Observation Deck, PCYC Gold Coast and Holiday Holiday.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Australia, consider Toowoomba, about 105 kilometres west of Brisbane. Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point are the start of reasons to visit.