Flying from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Krabi Airport (KBV): what you need to know
Around 2 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Krabi Airport.
Krabi's timezone is UTC+7, which is the same as Chiang Mai.
Flights from CNX to KBV start from 06:35 — the earliest with Thai AirAsia. The latest departure is at 17:00 with Thai AirAsia. Overall, there are 19 weekly Chiang Mai Airport to Krabi Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your CNX to KBV flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as January? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Thai AirAsia has direct flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Krabi Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Krabi — and maybe even more of Thailand if you have time.
Most travellers choose to fly with Thai AirAsia on this route.
Thai AirAsia is the most punctual carrier that operates CNX to KBV flights. An impressive 90.71% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chiang Mai Airport to Krabi Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between CNX and KBV include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Don Mueang Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Krabi Airport (KBV)
At the moment, $77 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Chiang Mai Airport to Krabi Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $171. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from CNX to KBV by booking at least eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Krabi Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from CNX to KBV.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Krabi Airport.
Handy information about Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
73% of flights leaving from Chiang Mai Airport make it to their destination on time.
Chiang Mai Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Chiang Mai. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Krabi Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near CNX:
Arriving at Krabi Airport (KBV)
If you're getting in on a late Chiang Mai Airport to Krabi Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near KBV:
Pick up a Krabi Airport rental car and explore Krabi and beyond with your own wheels. Drive Car Rental, Hertz and Thai Rent a Car are leading providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Krabi Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from Krabi Airport (KBV) to central Krabi
Krabi Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Krabi. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Krabi Airport (KBV)
Before securing your flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Krabi Airport, think about which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Krabi offers a vibrant atmosphere and lots to do, while the low season brings better hotel rates and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Krabi is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Krabi Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from CNX to KBV in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Dive deeper into what Thailand has to offer with a trip to Surat Thani, located around 129 kilometres north of Krabi. From Ang Thong National Marine Park to other leading attractions, you'll have plenty of things to add to your to-do list.
Nakhon Si Thammarat is another place you shouldn't miss during your travels in Thailand. Make your way to this destination, which is roughly 121 kilometres east of Krabi, to see highlights like Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park.