Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX): what you need to know
Chiang Mai is 15 hours ahead of Sacramento and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
Your SMF 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 for international travel.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight is R 8,172. A round-trip fare is currently R 17,189. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from SMF to CNX. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Sacramento International Airport to Chiang Mai Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across each month and land a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SMF to CNX.
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Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from SMF arrive at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
Central Sacramento to Sacramento International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Chiang Mai Airport off to a stress-free start. Just a short ride from SMF, stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG and be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Arriving at Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sacramento International Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CNX instead:
Pick up a Chiang Mai Airport rental car and discover Chiang Mai and beyond with your own wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car rental and Hertz are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Chiang Mai Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai Airport to central Chiang Mai has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.
It typically takes 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Chiang Mai Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Chiang Mai. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in June.
Book your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Chiang Mai Airport for April if you'd like to go to Chiang Mai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SMF to CNX in January. Average temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Chiang Mai, now it's time to discover other parts of Thailand. Travel about 434 kilometres east to Udon Thani to tick off its must-visit sights. From Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre to Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Lampang is another must-experience destination in Thailand and is around 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai. No journey is complete without a visit to Wat Chiang Rai, Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao Suchadaram and Wat Chai Mongkhon.
