Cheap Flights from Chiang Mai to Surat Thani

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Chiang Mai to Surat Thani

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chiang Mai to Surat Thani flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Chiang Mai to Surat Thani

Chiang Mai to Surat Thani: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chiang Mai to Surat Thani below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Surat Thani.

Chiang Mai to Surat Thani: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 742
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 50 mins
Most popular airlineThai AirAsia
Average flights per week9

Finding cheap flights from Chiang Mai to Surat Thani: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chiang Mai to Surat Thani is R 1,794. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Chiang Mai to Surat Thani.
Thai AirAsia flies direct from Chiang Mai to Surat Thani.
As of April 2025, there are 9 flights per week flying from Chiang Mai to Surat Thani.
The cheapest month to fly from Chiang Mai to Surat Thani is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chiang Mai Airport to Surat Thani Airport on Thursday, 22 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 50 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Surat Thani but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Surat Thani is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Thai VietJet Air and Thai AirAsia offer the cheapest flight tickets to Surat Thani.

Flying from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Surat Thani Airport (URT): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Surat Thani Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.

  • Flights from CNX to URT start at 10:55 — the first with Thai AirAsia. The latest departure is at 17:25 with Thai AirAsia. In total, you can take your pick of nine weekly Chiang Mai International Airport to Surat Thani Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your CNX to URT flight.

  • Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Thai AirAsia is your gateway to exploring Surat Thani (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Thailand!). Browse the direct flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Surat Thani Airport offered by this airline.

  • Most travellers choose to fly with Thai AirAsia on this route.

  • Thai AirAsia ranks as the top on-time carrier for CNX to URT flights, with 90.16% of services arriving as scheduled.

  • Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Chiang Mai International Airport to Surat Thani Airport. Many travellers pass through Don Mueang International Airport when flying between CNX and URT.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Surat Thani Airport (URT)

  • Currently, R 742 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chiang Mai International Airport to Surat Thani Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,794. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book three months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CNX to URT.

  • Schedule your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Surat Thani Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Landing cheap flights from CNX to URT is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Surat Thani Airport.

Handy information about Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)

  • 76.37% of flights departing from Chiang Mai International Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • Chiang Mai International Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Chiang Mai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near CNX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Surat Thani Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Surat Thani Airport (URT)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Chiang Mai International Airport to Surat Thani Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near URT instead:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Surat Thani Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Drive Car Hire, Hertz or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Surat Thani and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Surat Thani Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.

Getting from Surat Thani Airport (URT) to central Surat Thani

  • Surat Thani Airport to the centre of Surat Thani has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 3 hours 55 minutes.

When to fly to Surat Thani Airport (URT)

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Surat Thani Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Surat Thani. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Surat Thani is April, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Surat Thani Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from CNX to URT in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.

Explore more of Thailand

  • Surat Thani has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Thailand waiting to be explored. Around 483 kilometres north of Surat Thani, a trip to Si Racha will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Public park, Si Racha Subdistrict Municipality, Ko Loi Clock Tower and Marina Bayfront Sriracha.

  • Around 105 kilometres south-east of Surat Thani, Nakhon Si Thammarat is another essential stop in Thailand. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.