Flying from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Taipei: what you need to know
Around 4 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Taipei.
Taipei is one hour ahead of Chiang Mai, where Chiang Mai International Airport is located. Taipei follows the UTC+8 timezone.
The busiest route is from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). You can choose from 22 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CNX to TPE is the 11:20 China Airlines service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 17:20 with Starlux Airlines.
To avoid missing your CNX to Taipei flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Chiang Mai International Airport to Taipei ticket. Begin your trip at CNX and land at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).
Top carriers that operate direct flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Taipei include:
We make it simple to book flight tickets from CNX to Taipei with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
CNX is around 3 kilometres from central Chiang Mai. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to CNX? If you're catching an early flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Taipei, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights leaving Chiang Mai International Airport, 76.37% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Taipei
The best price we've seen for a one-way Chiang Mai International Airport to Taipei flight is $107. The cheapest price for a return flight is $295. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from CNX to Taipei by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.
May is the best month for landing a fantastic deal on Chiang Mai International Airport to Taipei tickets. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from CNX to Taipei by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
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Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The distance from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel close to TPE if you're coming in on a late flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Taipei. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Follow your own route with a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car hire and discover more of Taipei and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from CNX to Taipei.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
The centre of Taipei is about 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). Once your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Taipei has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Following your CNX to Taipei flight, settle in at a hotel close to TSA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from 固得租車, Ho Ing or CARPLUS and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at TSA can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Taipei
Visit Taipei in high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Taipei during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
When booking your Chiang Mai International Airport to Taipei flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CNX to Taipei in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Taipei, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, Taipei 101 and Ximending Night Market are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
T'ai-chung-shih is just one of the many cities in Taiwan waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Taipei. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Taichung Park, Quanyuan Park and Yongquan Park.
Tainan is another essential stop in Taiwan and is around 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. No journey is complete without seeing Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.