Flying from Penang Airport (PEN) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX): what you need to know
Chiang Mai's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Chiang Mai one hour behind George Town.
Your PEN to CNX flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Penang Airport to Chiang Mai Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PEN and CNX:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Don Mueang Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Penang Airport (PEN) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
At the moment, R 1,740 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Penang Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,882. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from PEN to CNX. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Penang Airport to Chiang Mai Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from PEN to CNX.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Penang Airport to Chiang Mai Airport.
Handy information about Penang Airport (PEN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Penang Airport, data shows 68% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Penang Airport is about 16 kilometres from central George Town. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Penang Airport to Chiang Mai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near PEN:
Arriving at Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
Consider booking a hotel close to CNX if you're taking a late Penang Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Chiang Mai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and see more of Chiang Mai and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Chiang Mai Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from central Chiang Mai. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
It takes roughly 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
The quietest month for a flight from Penang Airport to Chiang Mai Airport is June, while January is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Chiang Mai based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Penang Airport to Chiang Mai Airport, consider the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Chiang Mai, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PEN to CNX sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
Udon Thani is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Chiang Mai. Around 434 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre, Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram.
Lampang is another must-experience destination in Thailand and is around 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai. No journey is complete without visiting Wat Chiang Rai, Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao Suchadaram and Wat Chai Mongkhon.