Travelling from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI): what you need to know
Chiang Mai and Siem Reap share the UTC+7 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CNX to SAI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Chiang Mai International Airport to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport. Suvarnabhumi Airport is a popular stopover on the CNX to SAI route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI)
At the moment, R 1,856 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chiang Mai International Airport to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 4,198. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CNX to SAI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from CNX to SAI is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new deal comes up.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport.
Handy information about Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Of the departures from Chiang Mai International Airport, 76.37% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Chiang Mai International Airport from central Chiang Mai, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near CNX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI)
After your Chiang Mai International Airport to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport flight has touched down, relax at a nearby hotel. Chansor Community Homestay 18 is a comfy option within easy reach of SAI.
Getting from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI) to central Siem Reap
From Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport, Siem Reap is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Siem Reap. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Siem Reap is March, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CNX to SAI around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Cambodia
Siem Reap is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Cambodia you'll want to see. Around 225 kilometres south-east of Siem Reap, a visit to Phnom Penh will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Royal Palace, Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and Wat Phnom.
Sihanoukville is another essential stop in Cambodia and is around 306 kilometres south of Siem Reap. No journey is complete without visiting Ochheuteal Beach, Wat Leu Temple and Wat Krom Temple.