Skyline view of Bangkok highlighting traditional Thai architecture amidst modern buildings. — flights from Chiang Mai to Bangkok
Chiang Mai, ThailandBangkok, Thailand

Flights from Chiang Mai to Bangkok

Nonstop flights from Chiang Mai (CNX) to Bangkok (BKK) take about 1h 15m (597 km). Thai Vietjet Air and Thai AirAsia fly it. Lowest fare seen: $30 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Bangkok

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Skyline view of Bangkok highlighting traditional Thai architecture amidst modern buildings. — arriving in Bangkok

Airport transfer

BKK → Bangkok, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Chiang Mai →5 lounges at Chiang Mai AirportTrains, buses and taxi faresBKK to Bangkok: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Bangkok →23 drop-off points

Things to book in Bangkok

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Airlines flying Chiang Mai to Bangkok

Carriers on CNX–BKK according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Thai Vietjet Airnonstop fare seen✈ Thai AirAsianonstop fare seen

Chiang Mai to Bangkok fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $30 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$3028 Oct 2026—
Nov 2026$372 Nov 2026—
Dec 2026$4017 Dec 2026—
Jan 2027$3214 Jan 2027—
Feb 2027$3516 Feb 2027 · Thai AirAsia—
Mar 2027$353 Mar 2027 · Thai AirAsia—
Apr 2027$361 Apr 2027 · Thai AirAsia—
Jul 2027$311 Jul 2027 · Thai Vietjet Air—
Aug 2027$3218 Aug 2027 · Thai Vietjet Air—

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $30 for October 2026, $31 at best after that.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Chiang Mai to Bangkok, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Bangkok

Based on weather and travel conditions in Thailand

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Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

The cool, dry season (November–February) is ideal — sunny skies, low humidity, and comfortable temperatures around 25–30°C. The monsoon (May–October) brings heavy rain especially in the south.

Peak season: November – February

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Frequently asked questions — Chiang Mai to Bangkok flights

How long is the flight from Chiang Mai to Bangkok?
A nonstop flight from Chiang Mai (CNX) to Bangkok (BKK) takes about 1h 15m, covering 597 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Chiang Mai from Bangkok by air?
The great-circle distance between Chiang Mai International Airport and Suvarnabhumi Airport is 597 km (371 miles), a short-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Chiang Mai to Bangkok?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the CNX–BKK route include Thai Vietjet Air and Thai AirAsia. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Chiang Mai to Bangkok cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on CNX–BKK was $30 USD with Thai Vietjet Air (nonstop), departing 13 Jul 2027, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Chiang Mai to Bangkok?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in October 2026 were cheapest, from $30 one-way, against $40 for December 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Thailand to Thailand?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Thailand visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Bangkok?
The cool, dry season (November–February) is ideal — sunny skies, low humidity, and comfortable temperatures around 25–30°C. The monsoon (May–October) brings heavy rain especially in the south.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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