Travelling from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Phuket International Airport (HKT): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Phuket International Airport is 2 hours 5 minutes.
Phuket's timezone is UTC+7, which is the same as Chiang Mai.
Flights from CNX to HKT start at 06:25 — the earliest with Thai AirAsia. The latest departure is at 21:45 with Thai AirAsia. In total, you can take your pick of 82 weekly Chiang Mai International Airport to Phuket International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your CNX to HKT flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Phuket International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Phuket holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this memorable corner of Thailand:
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Thai AirAsia.
Thai AirAsia is the most punctual carrier that offers CNX to HKT flights, with 67.43% of its services landing on time.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chiang Mai International Airport to Phuket International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CNX and HKT:
Don Mueang International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Koh Samui Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chiang Mai International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight is R 434. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 1,151. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from CNX to HKT by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Phuket International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Picking up cheap flights from CNX to HKT is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Phuket International Airport.
Handy information about Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
When it comes to Chiang Mai International Airport's on-time performance, 76.37% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Chiang Mai International Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Chiang Mai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near CNX? If you're catching an early flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Phuket International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Book a hotel close to HKT if you're on a late Chiang Mai International Airport to Phuket International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Phuket International Airport rental car and discover Phuket and beyond with your own wheels. Asap car hire, Hertz and Chic Car Rent are top providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Phuket International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to central Phuket
From Phuket International Airport, Phuket is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Phuket International Airport (HKT)
The quietest month for a flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Phuket International Airport is April, while February is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Phuket based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Phuket is March, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Phuket International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CNX to HKT in January. Average temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
Phuket has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Thailand waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometres north-east of Phuket, a visit to Surat Thani will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Thailand, consider Nakhon Si Thammarat, roughly 177 kilometres east of Phuket. Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well are among the biggest draws.