Travelling from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
Chiang Mai's timezone is UTC+7, which is the same as Ho Chi Minh City.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your SGN to CNX flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between SGN and CNX include:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
$117 is the lowest price for a one-way Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. Return flights start at $249. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SGN to CNX if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
Landing cheap flights from SGN to CNX is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport.
Handy information about Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
66.42% of flights departing from Tan Son Nhat International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Ho Chi Minh City to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a trip time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near SGN:
Arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Reserve a hotel near CNX if you're catching a late Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Chiang Mai International Airport rental car and explore Chiang Mai and beyond with your own wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Chiang Mai International Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
From Chiang Mai International Airport, Chiang Mai is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Chiang Mai. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Chiang Mai, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SGN to CNX sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
You've seen Chiang Mai, now it's time to explore other corners of Thailand. Travel around 434 kilometres east to Udon Thani to tick off its popular sights. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Thailand, head for Lampang, roughly 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai. Baan Sao Nak, Ratsadapisek Bridge and Horse-Drawn Carriage are among the biggest draws.
