Flying from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Luang Prabang International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport.
Luang Prabang and Chiang Mai follow the same timezone, UTC+7.
You can choose from 43 weekly Luang Prabang International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flights. The 13:05 departure with Lao Airlines is the earliest available. Lao Airlines operates the last service of the day at 13:10.
Give yourself enough time to make your LPQ to CNX flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as April? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Chiang Mai (and then seeing more of Thailand!) is easy with Lao Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Luang Prabang International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Lao Airlines.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for LPQ to CNX flights is Lao Airlines.
If you'd like to tour a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Luang Prabang International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Suvarnabhumi Airport is a popular stop between LPQ and CNX.
How to find the cheapest flights from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Currently, $194 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Luang Prabang International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $403. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from LPQ to CNX.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Luang Prabang International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LPQ to CNX by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Luang Prabang International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport.
Handy information about Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)
81.69% of flights leaving Luang Prabang International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. With its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from LPQ.
Central Luang Prabang to Luang Prabang International Airport is around 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near LPQ. Whether you're taking an early flight from Luang Prabang International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Book a hotel close to CNX if you have a late Luang Prabang International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Chiang Mai International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and discover more of Chiang Mai and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Chiang Mai International Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Chiang Mai. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Luang Prabang International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Chiang Mai. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Luang Prabang International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Chiang Mai, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 42ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LPQ to CNX in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC and 31ºC on average.
Explore more of Thailand
You've done Chiang Mai, now it's time to discover other parts of Thailand. Travel around 434 kilometres east to Udon Thani to tick off its top sights. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai, Lampang is another favourite stop in Thailand. Experience major highlights starting with Baan Sao Nak, Ratsadapisek Bridge and Horse-Drawn Carriage.