Travelling from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL): what you need to know
Gold Coast's timezone is UTC+10, making Gold Coast three hours ahead of Chiang Mai.
To ensure you catch your CNX to OOL flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
At the moment, R 5,161 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chiang Mai International Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 25,650. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CNX to OOL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Gold Coast Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CNX to OOL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Gold Coast Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chiang Mai International Airport, data shows 76.37% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Chiang Mai International Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Chiang Mai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near CNX? If you're boarding an early flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Gold Coast Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Chiang Mai International Airport to Gold Coast Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near OOL instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Gold Coast Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, ocr or Alpha Car Hire and see more of Gold Coast and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Gold Coast Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to central Gold Coast
Gold Coast Airport to central Gold Coast has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
When to fly to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Gold Coast Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Gold Coast. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Gold Coast is January, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Gold Coast Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CNX to OOL in July. Average temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Gold Coast, now it's time to discover more of Australia. Travel around 72 kilometres north-west to Brisbane to tick off its leading sights. From South Bank Parklands to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Toowoomba is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 153 kilometres west of Gold Coast. No journey is complete without visiting Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point.
