Flying from Utapao Airport (UTP) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Utapao Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Rayong and Chiang Mai are in the UTC+7 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Flights from UTP to CNX start from 14:50 — the first with Thai Lion Air. The last service of the day is at 15:05 with Thai Lion Air. In total, you can choose from 21 weekly Utapao Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your UTP to CNX flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like March. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Thai Lion Air is your ticket to exploring Chiang Mai (and maybe even some other great parts of Thailand!). Check out the direct flights from Utapao Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Thai Lion Air.
How to find the cheapest flights from Utapao Airport (UTP) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
$78 is the lowest price for a one-way Utapao Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. Return flights start from $166. These prices may change depending on availability.
Book six months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from UTP to CNX.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Utapao Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Utapao Airport (UTP)
When it comes to Utapao Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.23% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Utapao Airport from central Rayong, it'll take about 55 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near UTP. Whether you have an early flight from Utapao Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Book a hotel close to CNX if you're taking a late Utapao Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Chiang Mai International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Chiang Mai and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Chiang Mai International Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
From Chiang Mai International Airport, Chiang Mai is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
August is the most popular month for flights from Utapao Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Chiang Mai in February.
The warmest month in Chiang Mai is April, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your flights from Utapao Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from UTP to CNX in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Chiang Mai, now it's time to explore other corners of Thailand. Journey around 434 kilometres east to Udon Thani to tick off its popular sights. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Lampang is another must-experience destination in Thailand and is around 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai. No journey is complete without experiencing Baan Sao Nak, Ratsadapisek Bridge and Horse-Drawn Carriage.