Travelling from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
Chiang Mai's timezone is UTC+7, which is the same as Siem Reap.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your SAI to CNX flight.
Flying during a peak time like April? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. Suvarnabhumi Airport is a popular stopover on the SAI to CNX route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Currently, P7,037 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P14,495. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SAI to CNX if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SAI to CNX by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport.
Handy information about Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport (SAI)
Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 80.01% of flights that depart SAI arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Siem Reap. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you want somewhere to stay before your flight from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, have a look at Chansor Community Homestay 18. It's a short ride from SAI.
Arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
If you're coming in on a late Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near CNX:
Explore without limits with a Chiang Mai International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and see more of Chiang Mai and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Chiang Mai International Airport about two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai International Airport to central Chiang Mai has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
It'll take around 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
August is the busiest month for flights from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Chiang Mai in February.
Book your flight from Siem Reap-Ankor International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport for April if you'd like to go to Chiang Mai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SAI to CNX in January. Temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
Chiang Mai is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Thailand you should also see. Around 434 kilometres east of Chiang Mai, a trip to Udon Thani will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Around 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai, Lampang is another essential stop in Thailand. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Baan Sao Nak, Ratsadapisek Bridge and Horse-Drawn Carriage.