Flying from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX): what you need to know
Chiang Mai is three hours behind Brisbane and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your BNE to CNX flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Brisbane Airport to Chiang Mai Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between BNE and CNX:
Incheon International Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
R 4,778 is currently the best price for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 9,585. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from BNE to CNX, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport to Chiang Mai Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BNE to CNX by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Brisbane Airport to Chiang Mai Airport.
Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)
When it comes to Brisbane Airport's on-time performance, data shows 65% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Brisbane to Brisbane Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Chiang Mai Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near BNE:
Arriving at Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
Book a hotel close to CNX if you're on a late Brisbane Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Chiang Mai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and find adventure across Chiang Mai and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Chiang Mai Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from central Chiang Mai. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
It'll take around 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
The quietest month for a flight from Brisbane Airport to Chiang Mai Airport is June, while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Chiang Mai based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Brisbane Airport to Chiang Mai Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Chiang Mai, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BNE to CNX sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
Udon Thani is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be explored after you've seen Chiang Mai. Around 434 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre, Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram.
Around 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai, Lampang is another essential stop in Thailand. Start your sightseeing at Wat Chiang Rai, Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao Suchadaram and Wat Chai Mongkhon.