Travelling from Naha Airport (OKA) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
Chiang Mai's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Chiang Mai two hours behind Okinawa.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your OKA to CNX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Naha Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between OKA and CNX:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Naha Airport (OKA) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Naha Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight is $212. A return ticket right now is $467. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from OKA to CNX if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Naha Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Naha Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport.
Handy information about Naha Airport (OKA)
You'll find OKA at 150 Kagamizu, Naha.
Of the departures from Naha Airport, 72.17% land on time at their destination.
To get to Naha Airport from central Okinawa, it takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near OKA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Naha Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Naha Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CNX instead:
Follow your own route with a Chiang Mai International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and venture far and wide through Chiang Mai and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Chiang Mai International Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Chiang Mai. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
August is the busiest month for flights from Naha Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Chiang Mai in February.
When booking your flight from Naha Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Chiang Mai, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 42ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from OKA to CNX in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC and 31ºC on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Udon Thani is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Chiang Mai. Around 434 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Lampang is another essential stop in Thailand and is around 80 kilometres south-east of Chiang Mai. No trip is complete without a visit to Baan Sao Nak, Ratsadapisek Bridge and Horse-Drawn Carriage.