Travelling from Singapore to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by working out where you'll board your flight from Singapore to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX). Changi International Airport (SIN) and Seletar Airport (XSP) are the main airports in Singapore.
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Singapore to Chiang Mai International Airport flight.
Chiang Mai is one hour behind Singapore. Chiang Mai International Airport is located in Chiang Mai, which runs on the UTC+7 timezone.
Changi International Airport (SIN) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) is the busiest route, with 8 direct services every week. Travel from SIN to CNX on Scoot's 8:20am departure.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Singapore to CNX. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Reach your destination without the detour from Changi International Airport (SIN). Nonstop flights from Singapore to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) are available from here.
Book your direct flight from Singapore to Chiang Mai International Airport with Scoot. This well-known airline operates services from SIN.
Most travellers prefer to book seats with Scoot between SIN and CNX.
Among carriers on this route, Scoot has the best track record for timely arrivals.
Travelling from central Singapore to SIN takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Changi International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Singapore to Chiang Mai International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels have you covered:
68.95% of flights departing from Changi International Airport reach their destination on time.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
On public transport, you can travel from central Singapore to XSP in around 1 hour 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Seletar Airport the day before your Singapore to CNX flight:
About Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Singapore to Chiang Mai International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near CNX instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Chiang Mai International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz to explore Chiang Mai and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Singapore to Chiang Mai International Airport flight.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
The centre of Chiang Mai is about 3 kilometres from Chiang Mai International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
It takes roughly 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
$148 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Singapore to Chiang Mai International Airport. Return flights start from $236. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To snap up cheap flights from Singapore to CNX, book your flight ticket one month ahead of your departure date.
The best month for finding cheap Singapore to Chiang Mai International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Singapore to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Chiang Mai. August is when most people book flights from Singapore to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Chiang Mai is April, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your Singapore to CNX flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Singapore to Chiang Mai International Airport in January when temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Chiang Mai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Chiang Mai right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Singapore to Chiang Mai International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Songkran Festival Chiang Mai, Yi Peng and Loy Krathong (Lantern Festival) and Doi Suthep are top attractions which should feature on any good Chiang Mai itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
You've done Chiang Mai, now it's time to explore other parts of Thailand. Travel about 257 kilometres south-east to Phitsanulok to check off its must-visit sights. From Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat to Phra Si Ratana Temple (Wat Yai) and Wat Ratcha Burada Temple, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 153 kilometres north-east of Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai is another favourite stop in Thailand. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Wat Rong Khun, Wat Phra Kaew and Wat Huai Pla Kung.