Travelling from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Surat Thani Airport (URT): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Surat Thani Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.
You can choose from ten weekly Chiang Mai Airport to Surat Thani Airport flights. The 10:55 departure with Thai AirAsia is the earliest available. Thai AirAsia operates the last service of the day at 17:25.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CNX to URT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Thai AirAsia offers direct flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Surat Thani Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Surat Thani — and maybe even more of Thailand if you have time.
Most passengers choose to fly with Thai AirAsia on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers CNX to URT flights is Thai AirAsia. Its services land as scheduled 75.53% of the time.
If you'd like to visit another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chiang Mai Airport to Surat Thani Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Don Mueang Airport is a sought-after stop between CNX and URT.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Surat Thani Airport (URT)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chiang Mai Airport to Surat Thani Airport flight is R 717. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 2,081. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book nine months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from CNX to URT.
The cheapest month for flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Surat Thani Airport is February. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chiang Mai Airport, data shows 73% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Chiang Mai Airport from central Chiang Mai, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near CNX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Surat Thani Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Surat Thani Airport (URT)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Chiang Mai Airport to Surat Thani Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near URT instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Surat Thani Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Drive Car Rental, Hertz or Thrifty and explore beyond Surat Thani's main sights.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Surat Thani Airport around two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Surat Thani Airport (URT) to central Surat Thani
Surat Thani Airport is roughly 31 kilometres from the centre of Surat Thani. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Surat Thani Airport (URT)
Before securing your flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Surat Thani Airport, think about which time of year works best for you. High season in Surat Thani offers a bustling atmosphere and lots to do, while the off-season brings better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Book your flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Surat Thani Airport for April if you want to explore Surat Thani during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CNX to URT sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
Surat Thani is just scratching the surface of what Thailand has to offer. Continue your journey in Si Racha, which is about 483 kilometres away to the north. From Wat Khao Phutthakhodom to Si Racha City Observatory, there's plenty to discover in this fascinating city.
Time for another stop? Find your way to Nakhon Si Thammarat. It's about 105 kilometres south-east of Surat Thani and is known for highlights including Wat Phra Phrom and Wat Pho Sadet.