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Flight deals from Surat Thani to Chiang Mai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,309. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Surat Thani to Chiang Mai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Surat Thani to Chiang Mai flights are currently cheapest in July.

Direct flights from Surat Thani to Chiang Mai

Surat Thani to Chiang Mai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Surat Thani to Chiang Mai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chiang Mai.

Surat Thani to Chiang Mai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 792
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 50 mins
Most popular airlineThai AirAsia
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from Surat Thani to Chiang Mai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Surat Thani to Chiang Mai is R 2,078. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Surat Thani to Chiang Mai.
Thai AirAsia flies direct from Surat Thani to Chiang Mai.
As of June 2026, there are 10 flights per week flying from Surat Thani to Chiang Mai.
The cheapest month to fly from Surat Thani to Chiang Mai is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai Airport on Tuesday, 12 January 2027.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 50 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chiang Mai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chiang Mai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Thai AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chiang Mai.

Flying from Surat Thani Airport (URT) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.

  • Surat Thani and Chiang Mai share the same timezone, UTC+7.

  • Flights from URT to CNX start at 13:10 — the first with Thai AirAsia. The latest departure is at 19:45 with Thai AirAsia. In total, there are ten weekly Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your URT to CNX flight.

  • Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Flying into Chiang Mai (and then seeing more of Thailand!) is a cinch with Thai AirAsia. This popular carrier has direct flights from Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai Airport.

  • Thai AirAsia is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

  • Thai AirAsia is the most punctual carrier that operates URT to CNX flights. An impressive 80.85% of its services on this route arrive as planned.

How to find the cheapest flights from Surat Thani Airport (URT) to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)

  • Right now, R 792 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,078. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from URT to CNX, book your journey nine months ahead of your planned departure.

  • Schedule your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for flights from Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from URT to CNX.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai Airport.

Handy information about Surat Thani Airport (URT)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Surat Thani Airport, 72% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Central Surat Thani to Surat Thani Airport is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.

  • The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour.

  • Taking an early flight from Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near URT:

Arriving at Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai Airport flight. Reserve 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 top providers to choose from here.

  • Booking your vehicle from Chiang Mai Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.

When to fly to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Chiang Mai. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in June.

  • Book your flight from Surat Thani Airport to Chiang Mai Airport for April if you want to explore Chiang Mai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from URT 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 explore other corners of Thailand. Journey around 434 kilometres east to Udon Thani to check off its leading sights. From Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre to Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If you want to check out another side of Thailand, head for Lampang, roughly 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai. Wat Chiang Rai, Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao Suchadaram and Wat Chai Mongkhon are among its highlights.

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