Travelling from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Don Mueang Airport (DMK): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Don Mueang Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Bangkok's timezone is UTC+7, which is the same as Chiang Mai.
You can choose from 187 weekly Chiang Mai Airport to Don Mueang Airport flights. The 06:20 departure with Thai AirAsia is the earliest you can take. Thai Lion Air operates the latest service of the day at 23:35.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your CNX to DMK flight.
Flying during a peak time such as January? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Don Mueang Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Bangkok holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this exciting part of Thailand:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Thai AirAsia on this route.
Nok Air is the most punctual carrier that operates CNX to DMK flights, with 73.78% of its services landing on time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chiang Mai Airport to Don Mueang Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CNX and DMK include:
Phuket Airport
Krabi Airport
Ubon Ratchathani Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
Currently, $31 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Chiang Mai Airport to Don Mueang Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $85. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from CNX to DMK, book your journey one month ahead of your planned departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Don Mueang Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CNX to DMK by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Don Mueang Airport.
Handy information about Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
When it comes to Chiang Mai Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Chiang Mai to Chiang Mai Airport is approximately 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near CNX? If you've booked an early flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Don Mueang Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
Consider staying in a hotel near DMK if you're taking a late Chiang Mai Airport to Don Mueang Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Don Mueang Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz to explore Bangkok and beyond.
Booking your ride from Don Mueang Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to central Bangkok
Don Mueang Airport to central Bangkok has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
April is the most popular month for flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Don Mueang Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Bangkok in March.
When booking your flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Don Mueang Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CNX to DMK in January. Average temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF) then.