Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
Chiang Mai is four hours behind Sydney and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to CNX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SYD and CNX include:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
C$258 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. A return flight starts from C$537. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SYD to CNX, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from SYD to CNX.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights departing from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SYD? If you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Book a hotel near CNX if you're on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Follow your own route with a Chiang Mai International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and find adventure across Chiang Mai and beyond.
Booking your ride from Chiang Mai International Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai International Airport to the centre of Chiang Mai has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
August is the busiest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Chiang Mai in February.
The warmest month in Chiang Mai is April, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from SYD to CNX in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Udon Thani is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Chiang Mai. Around 434 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Around 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai, Lampang is another favourite stop in Thailand. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Baan Sao Nak, Ratsadapisek Bridge and Horse-Drawn Carriage.