Flying from Taipei to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Taipei to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX). Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) are Taipei's main airports.
4 hours 5 minutes is the average duration of a direct Taipei to Chiang Mai International Airport flight.
Chiang Mai is one hour behind Taipei. Chiang Mai International Airport is located in Chiang Mai, which runs on the UTC+7 timezone.
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) is the most popular route. There are 22 direct flights a week to choose from. If you have plans before you fly, take the last flight with Thai AirAsia at 7:10pm. Opt for the first TPE to CNX departure operated by China Airlines at 7:15am if you'd rather get going earlier.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Taipei to CNX.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Taipei to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) take off from this terminal.
Leading carriers that have direct flights from Taipei to Chiang Mai International Airport leaving from TPE include:
The airline with the highest booking numbers between TPE and CNX is EVA Air.
Thai AirAsia is the most punctual carrier. An exceptional 90.16% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
Travelling from central Taipei to TPE takes around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Taipei to Chiang Mai International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Of the departures from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, 74.72% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
TSA is about 6 kilometres from central Taipei. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Taipei to CNX flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Taipei Songshan Airport:
Flights from Taipei Songshan Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 91.15% of them landing within the expected time frame.
About Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Taipei to Chiang Mai International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near CNX:
Grab a Chiang Mai International Airport rental car and explore Chiang Mai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Taipei to Chiang Mai International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai International Airport to the centre of Chiang Mai is around 3 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
R 1,594 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Chiang Mai International Airport. A return flight starts from R 3,158. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Taipei to CNX. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Taipei to Chiang Mai International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
August is when most people book flights from Taipei to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX). Visit Chiang Mai in February for a more laid-back experience.
Lock in a Taipei to CNX plane ticket departing in April if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chiang Mai to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Taipei to Chiang Mai International Airport in January when temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Chiang Mai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Chiang Mai right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Taipei to Chiang Mai International Airport:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Songkran Festival Chiang Mai, Yi Peng and Loy Krathong (Lantern Festival) and Doi Suthep are must-do's during your Chiang Mai adventure.
Explore more of Thailand
Chiang Mai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Thailand just waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai, a trip to Phitsanulok will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat, Phra Si Ratana Temple (Wat Yai) and Wat Ratcha Burada Temple.
Chiang Rai is another must-experience destination in Thailand and is around 153 kilometres north-east of Chiang Mai. No journey is complete without seeing Wat Rong Khun, Wat Phra Kaew and Wat Huai Pla Kung.