Flying from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
Chiang Mai is four hours ahead of Kuwait and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your KWI to CNX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Opt for a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Kuwait International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. Suvarnabhumi Airport is a top stopover on the KWI to CNX route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
At the moment, R 4,900 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kuwait International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 10,237. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from KWI to CNX if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from KWI to CNX by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Kuwait International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport.
Handy information about Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Kuwait International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81.62% of flights that take off from KWI arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To reach Kuwait International Airport from central Kuwait, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to KWI:
Arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Reserve a hotel near CNX if you're on a late Kuwait International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own speed with a Chiang Mai International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and experience more of Chiang Mai and beyond.
Booking your ride from Chiang Mai International Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Chiang Mai. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
August is the most popular month for flights from Kuwait International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Chiang Mai in February.
Book your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport for April if you'd like to explore Chiang Mai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from KWI to CNX in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Udon Thani is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Chiang Mai. Around 434 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Thailand, head for Lampang, about 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai. Baan Sao Nak, Ratsadapisek Bridge and Horse-Drawn Carriage are among its highlights.
