Flying from Surat Thani Airport (URT) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport take 1 hour 45 minutes. Chiang Mai and Surat Thani are in the same timezone (UTC+7), which means you won't need to change your watch once you arrive.
You can choose from 9 weekly flights from Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. The 10:55 departure with Thai AirAsia is the earliest you can take from URT to CNX. Thai AirAsia operates the latest service of the day at 19:45.
Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Once you've found cheap ticket from URT to CNX, get your travel documents in order. A visa or passport isn't needed since you're travelling within Thailand. As long as you have another identity document, such as an ID card or driver's license, you're all set.
How to find the cheapest flights from Surat Thani Airport (URT) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport is ر.ق. 127. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 393. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To get cheap flight tickets from URT to CNX, book your trip 6 months ahead of the departure date.
Organise your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from URT to CNX is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has fallen.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport.
Handy information about Surat Thani Airport (URT)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Surat Thani, Surat Thani Airport can be reached in about 31 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 3 hours and 57 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near URT. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CNX instead:
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai International Airport to central Chiang Mai is around 10 minutes by car. It's approximately 5 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 23 minutes.
When to fly to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The quietest month for a flight from Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Chiang Mai based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Chiang Mai, with the temperature ranging from 22 ºC to 42 ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 12 ºC and 31 ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from URT to CNX sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Chiang Mai
Start your Chiang Mai trip right by finding the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from URT to CNX, check out our selection of hotel options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Doi Suthep, Kalare Night Bazaar and Wat Phra Singh are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Chiang Mai itinerary.
Complete your Chiang Mai trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Chiang Mai International Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Chiang Mai.
