Flying from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
Chiang Mai's timezone is UTC+7, making Chiang Mai three hours behind Townsville.
For a stress-free 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 TSV to CNX flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
$454 is the lowest price for a one-way Townsville Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,094. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from TSV to CNX. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Townsville Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Townsville Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport.
Handy information about Townsville Airport (TSV)
Of all flights departing from Townsville Airport, 71.52% arrive on time at their destination.
Townsville Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Townsville. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near TSV. Whether you've booked an early flight from Townsville Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Book a hotel close to CNX if you have a late Townsville Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Chiang Mai International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and see more of Chiang Mai and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Chiang Mai International Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Chiang Mai. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Townsville Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Chiang Mai. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Townsville Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport for April if you'd like to visit Chiang Mai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from TSV to CNX sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
Udon Thani is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Chiang Mai. Around 434 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Thailand, consider Lampang, about 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai. Baan Sao Nak, Ratsadapisek Bridge and Horse-Drawn Carriage are among its highlights.
