Flying from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Sydney Airport (SYD): what you need to know
The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is four hours ahead of Chiang Mai.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CNX to SYD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak time like January? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chiang Mai Airport to Sydney Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between CNX and SYD include:
Shanghai Pudong Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Sydney Airport (SYD)
At the moment, R 4,136 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chiang Mai Airport to Sydney Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 8,437. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from CNX to SYD, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Sydney Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Landing cheap flights from CNX to SYD is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new deal comes up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Sydney Airport.
Handy information about Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
Of the flights that depart from Chiang Mai Airport, 73% land on schedule at their destination.
Chiang Mai Airport is about 3 kilometres from central Chiang Mai. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near CNX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Sydney Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Sydney Airport (SYD)
If you have a late Chiang Mai Airport to Sydney Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near SYD:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Sydney Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from simba car rental, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive to explore Sydney and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Sydney Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
When to fly to Sydney Airport (SYD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Sydney Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Sydney in March.
Lock in your flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Sydney Airport for January if you'd like to go to Sydney during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CNX to SYD in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a visit to Canberra will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like National Gallery of Australia, National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy.
Newcastle is another standout destination in Australia and is around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. No trip is complete without dropping by Merewether Beach, Nobbys Beach and Newcastle Beach.