Travelling from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
The timezone in Chiang Mai is UTC+7, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of New Delhi.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your DEL to CNX flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between DEL and CNX:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Currently, P7,565 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P16,012. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from DEL to CNX, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from DEL to CNX.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
67.17% of flights leaving from Indira Gandhi International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central New Delhi to Indira Gandhi International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 55 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near DEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Indira Gandhi International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CNX instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Chiang Mai International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and discover more of Chiang Mai and beyond.
To get the best deal, book 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 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 if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The quietest month for a flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Chiang Mai based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Chiang Mai is April, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from DEL to CNX in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest 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 explored 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. No visit is complete without checking out Baan Sao Nak, Ratsadapisek Bridge and Horse-Drawn Carriage.