Travelling from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Taipei: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Taipei is 3 hours 57 minutes.
Taipei is 1 hour ahead of Chiang Mai, where Chiang Mai International Airport is located. Taipei operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
The busiest route is from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). You can select from 36 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CNX to TPE is the 11:15 China Airlines service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 17:15 with STARLUX Airlines.
To ensure you catch your flight from CNX to Taipei, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Direct flights from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Taipei are available for booking. Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is where you'll arrive.
Top airlines that operate direct flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Taipei include:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from CNX to Taipei. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
To visit Taiwan for tourism purposes, you'll need a visa if you hold a passport from Thailand. However, visa rules can change and you may need further documentation depending on the purpose and duration of your visit. Always check the latest guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Chiang Mai International Airport to Taipei.
CNX is around 5 kilometres from central Chiang Mai. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 23 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Taipei? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to CNX:
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Taipei
R 1,929 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chiang Mai International Airport to Taipei. Return flights start at R 4,012. These fares can change based on demand.
Book 9 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from CNX to Taipei.
The cheapest month for tickets from Chiang Mai International Airport to Taipei is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Taipei. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 42 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour and 24 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Taipei, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near TPE:
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
The centre of Taipei is located around 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). After your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Taipei has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 19 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 45 minutes.
After your flight from CNX to Taipei, settle in at a hotel near TSA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Taipei
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Taipei. August is the busiest month to travel to Taipei. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Taipei is July, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Taipei in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from CNX to Taipei in January when temperatures average between 10ºC and 19ºC.
More about Taipei
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Taipei right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Taipei:
Taipei 101 and Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall are a couple of big attractions to put on your Taipei itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Taipei Zoo.
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