Flying from Vancouver to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): What you need to know
The timezone in Chiang Mai is UTC+7, which is 15 hours ahead of Vancouver. Chiang Mai International Airport is located in Chiang Mai.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Vancouver to CNX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is about 13 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Vancouver to Chiang Mai International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to Vancouver International Airport:
When it comes to Vancouver International Airport's on-time performance, 72% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)
You can arrive at CXH from the centre of Vancouver in approximately 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 10 minutes to cover the 2 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base the day before your Vancouver to CNX flight:
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
YXX is roughly 72 kilometres from central Vancouver. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 20 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours 30 minutes.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Vancouver to Chiang Mai International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Abbotsford International Airport make departure day effortless if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance rating of YXX is 68%. In other words, that's how often flights from this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
About Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
If you have a late flight from Vancouver to Chiang Mai International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting 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 well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your Vancouver to Chiang Mai International Airport flight.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Central Chiang Mai is around 3 kilometres from Chiang Mai International Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
R 6,382 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Chiang Mai International Airport. A return flight starts at R 12,753. These fares can change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Vancouver to CNX, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Vancouver to Chiang Mai International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding the best time to fly. October is the quietest month to visit Chiang Mai. February is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Lock in a Vancouver to CNX plane ticket departing in April if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Chiang Mai to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Chiang Mai International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chiang Mai
Start your Chiang Mai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Chiang Mai International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Songkran Festival Chiang Mai, Yi Peng and Loy Krathong (Lantern Festival) and Doi Suthep are major attractions which should feature on every Chiang Mai itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
Chiang Mai has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Thailand you'll want to see. Around 257 kilometres southeast of Chiang Mai, a trip to Phitsanulok will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat, Phra Si Ratana Temple (Wat Yai) and Wat Ratcha Burada Temple.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Thailand, head for Chiang Rai, about 153 kilometres northeast of Chiang Mai. Wat Rong Khun, Wat Phra Kaew and Wat Huay Pla Kang: Goddess of Mercy Chiang Rai are among its highlights.
