Travelling from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Khon Kaen Airport (KKC): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Khon Kaen Airport is 1 hour 5 minutes.
You can choose from ten weekly Chiang Mai Airport to Khon Kaen Airport flights. The 12:25 departure with Thai AirAsia is the earliest you can take. Thai AirAsia operates the latest service of the day at 19:15.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your CNX to KKC flight.
Flying during a peak time like January? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Khon Kaen (and then exploring more of Thailand!) is a snap with Thai AirAsia. This popular carrier has direct flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Khon Kaen Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Thai AirAsia on this route.
With an impressive 81.25% of services arriving on schedule, Thai AirAsia has the best on-time performance for CNX to KKC flights.
If you'd like to tour another city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chiang Mai Airport to Khon Kaen Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport is a sought-after stop between CNX and KKC.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Khon Kaen Airport (KKC)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chiang Mai Airport to Khon Kaen Airport flight is $69. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $139. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CNX to KKC. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Khon Kaen Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CNX to KKC.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Khon Kaen Airport.
Handy information about Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chiang Mai Airport, data shows 73% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Chiang Mai to Chiang Mai Airport is approximately 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near CNX? If you're catching an early flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Khon Kaen Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Khon Kaen Airport (KKC)
Reserve a hotel near KKC if you're taking a late Chiang Mai Airport to Khon Kaen Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Khon Kaen Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Chic Car Rent, Hertz or Thai Rent a Car and discover more of Khon Kaen and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Khon Kaen Airport about two weeks before travelling.
When to fly to Khon Kaen Airport (KKC)
The quietest month for a flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Khon Kaen Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Khon Kaen based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Khon Kaen Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Khon Kaen, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 41ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 15ºC and 32ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CNX to KKC around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
You've done Khon Kaen, now it's time to discover other parts of Thailand. Travel around 386 kilometres south-west to Bangkok to tick off its top attractions. From Grand Palace to Wat Phra Kaew and Songkran Festival Silom, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.