Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll leave from in Kuala Lumpur. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) taking off from here.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 45 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Kuala Lumpur to Chiang Mai International Airport flight.
The timezone in Chiang Mai is UTC+7, which is one hour behind Kuala Lumpur. Chiang Mai International Airport is located in Chiang Mai.
With 16 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) is the busiest route. AirAsia operates the earliest flight at 7am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the last departure from KUL to CNX is with AirAsia at 3:05pm.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Kuala Lumpur to CNX.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
You can take a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
Book your direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chiang Mai International Airport with AirAsia. This leading airline offers services from KUL.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between KUL and CNX is AirAsia.
Among carriers operating on this route, Malaysia Airlines has the best track record for timely arrivals.
The journey from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 56 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chiang Mai International Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
59% of flights that depart Kuala Lumpur International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
With public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in about 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Kuala Lumpur to CNX flight? Kick back in a hotel near Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance rate of 72%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chiang Mai International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near CNX and be in snooze mode sooner:
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Kuala Lumpur to Chiang Mai International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai International Airport is around 3 kilometres from the centre of Chiang Mai. It takes around 15 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Currently, ج.م. 4,913 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Chiang Mai International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 8,927. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to CNX. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
May is the quietest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX), while February is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Chiang Mai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Kuala Lumpur to CNX plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. April is the warmest month in Chiang Mai, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 42ºC.
January has temperatures of between 12ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Chiang Mai International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Chiang Mai
Start your Chiang Mai trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chiang Mai International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Chiang Mai when you're ready to go sightseeing. Start exploring at Songkran Festival Chiang Mai followed by Doi Suthep and Elephant Conservation Park.
Explore more of Thailand
Phitsanulok is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Chiang Mai. Around 257 kilometres away to the southeast, popular attractions include Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat, Phra Si Ratana Temple (Wat Yai) and Wat Ratcha Burada Temple.
Chiang Rai is another must-experience destination in Thailand and is around 153 kilometres northeast of Chiang Mai. No trip is complete without seeing Wat Rong Khun, Wat Phra Kaew and Wat Huay Pla Kang: Goddess of Mercy Chiang Rai.
