Travelling from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Kansai International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 5 minutes.
Chiang Mai's timezone is UTC+7, making Chiang Mai two hours behind Osaka.
Every week, there are six Kansai International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flights. If you want to jet off as early as possible, pick the 08:55 Thai Vietjet Air flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 08:55 with Thai Vietjet Air.
To ensure you get on your KIX to CNX flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Chiang Mai (and then discovering more of Thailand!) is easy with Thai Vietjet Air. This popular airline offers direct flights from Kansai International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport.
Thai Vietjet Air is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kansai International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between KIX and CNX:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Currently, $200 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kansai International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $368. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from KIX to CNX by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Kansai International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from KIX to CNX by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
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Handy information about Kansai International Airport (KIX)
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Of all flights departing from Kansai International Airport, 67.95% land on time at their destination.
To get to Kansai International Airport from central Osaka, it takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a convenient hotel close to KIX? If you're catching an early flight from Kansai International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
If you have a late Kansai International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near CNX:
Follow your own route with a Chiang Mai International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and experience more of Chiang Mai and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Chiang Mai International Airport around two weeks in advance.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Chiang Mai. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The quietest month for a flight from Kansai International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Chiang Mai based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Chiang Mai is April, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your flights from Kansai International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KIX to CNX in January. Temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
Udon Thani is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be discovered once you've seen Chiang Mai. Around 434 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Lampang is another essential stop in Thailand and is around 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai. No journey is complete without a visit to Baan Sao Nak, Ratsadapisek Bridge and Horse-Drawn Carriage.