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Budget
£610 - £925
Route
Depart
Return
Price
London GatwickChiang Mai
LGW - CNX
LGWCNX
London Gatwick
Mon 3/6
1 stop19h 50m
Chiang Mai
Sun 9/6
1 stop21h 45m
London GatwickChiang Mai
LGW - CNX
LGWCNX
London Gatwick
Sat 15/6
1 stop19h 50m
Chiang Mai
Sat 22/6
2 stops29h 40m
London HeathrowChiang Mai
LHR - CNX
LHRCNX
London Heathrow
Sat 15/6
1 stop19h 35m
Chiang Mai
Sat 22/6
1 stop24h 45m
London HeathrowChiang Mai
LHR - CNX
LHRCNX
London Heathrow
Sat 15/6
2 stops29h 30m
Chiang Mai
Sat 22/6
2 stops28h 45m
London HeathrowChiang Mai
LHR - CNX
LHRCNX
London Heathrow
Thu 20/6
2 stops28h 40m
Chiang Mai
Tue 16/7
2 stops24h 10m
London HeathrowChiang Mai
LHR - CNX
LHRCNX
London Heathrow
Mon 27/5
1 stop37h 40m
Chiang Mai
Fri 14/6
2 stops51h 25m
London HeathrowChiang Mai
LHR - CNX
LHRCNX
London Heathrow
Sun 30/6
1 stop17h 05m
Chiang Mai
Fri 5/7
1 stop15h 45m
London StanstedChiang Mai
STN - CNX
STNCNX
London Stansted
Thu 20/6
2 stops22h 15m
Chiang Mai
Tue 16/7
2 stops22h 55m
London HeathrowChiang Mai
LHR - CNX
LHRCNX
London Heathrow
Sat 6/7
1 stop34h 10m
Chiang Mai
Sun 28/7
1 stop29h 25m
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Chiang Mai (average of £776). Flying to Chiang Mai in July will prove the most costly (average of £1,209). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.
January
£697
February
£760
March
£633
April
£614
May
£616
June
£801
July
£957
August
£924
September
£846
October
£616
November
£700
December
£788
Due to the area’s tropical climate, it’s important to pick the right season to visit. You may be able to find cheap flights to Chiang Mai and accommodation during the hot and rainy seasons but keep in mind various festivals which take place throughout the year, such as Loy Krathong and Songkran, can also make prices rise.
Loy Krathong is the most romantic Thai celebration which is held on the full moon night of the 12th Lunar month. Join the hundreds of locals and visitors on the banks of the Ping River to release a lantern containing a candle. It is a tradition to write a message or wish on the lantern then let it go at the count of three. Watching hundreds of lanterns float into the night sky is spectacular and a must see.
If you do decide to take a flight to Chiang Mai during the hot season, you’re sure to cool down at the Songkran Festival, during April. This festival celebrates the New Year through a massive water fight. Thais believe that being bathed will bring good luck.
CNX Temperature | 21 - 29 °C |
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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chiang Mai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 29.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).
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Flight was delayed, ground crew was not helpful. There’s little communication when boarding. Food was okay. Overall experience was okay.
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Flight was delayed, ground crew was not helpful. There’s little communication when boarding. Food was okay. Overall experience was okay.
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Flight was delayed, ground crew was not helpful. There’s little communication when boarding. Food was okay. Overall experience was okay.
Boarding
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Food
Overall
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Flight was delayed, ground crew was not helpful. There’s little communication when boarding. Food was okay. Overall experience was okay.
Boarding
Comfort
Food
Overall
Crew
Entertainment
Reviews
Flight was delayed, ground crew was not helpful. There’s little communication when boarding. Food was okay. Overall experience was okay.
Boarding
Comfort
Food
Overall
Crew
Entertainment
Reviews
Flight was delayed, ground crew was not helpful. There’s little communication when boarding. Food was okay. Overall experience was okay.
Chiang Mai may be Thailand’s second largest city, but it has a restfulness and beauty that is light years away from the bustle of Bangkok. Instead, it is a city nestled in the hills of northern Thailand which is filled with centuries-old Buddhist temples.
Travellers who book flights to Chiang Mai in search of art and culture should visit sights like the Wat Phra Singh temple, with its world-famous Lion Buddha image and walls that are covered in dazzling mural artworks. There are also fascinating museums to explore, such as the Lanna Folklore Museum.
Shopping is another highlight, and a trip to the market at Talat Warorot is an unforgettable experience for any visitor taking a flight to Chiang Mai (and a great place to buy unique souvenirs for those back home).
Although the city is a fine destination for history lovers, it also boasts a lively nightlife, courtesy of the thousands of students that it hosts, and party fans will feel at home right away. Chiang Mai is also a city of restaurants, from gourmet vegan curries to riverside diners, ensuring that all tastes will be catered for.
The area around Chiang Mai is filled with natural beauty and outdoor activities as well. Get to know some charismatic locals at the Patara Elephant Sanctuary, head out rock climbing under expert supervision or relax on a rafting expedition with a hamper full of food and drink.
There are adrenaline rushes to be had as well, with companies in Chiang Mai organising whitewater adventures, as well as the “Flight of the Gibbon” park, which offers 33 different of zip-lines in beautiful surroundings.
And if all of that sounds like too much excitement, Chiang Mai is also home to several relaxation spas, providing traditional Thai massage.
For a quintessentially Thai experience, you can navigate the streets of Chiang Mai via tuk-tuk (a cross between a small van and a moped). They are plentiful and cheap, but be sure to arrange a price before leaving. Other options include vans with covered areas for passengers (known as “songthaews”), as well as privately rented cars. Cycle-powered “samlors” are also a common sight and a relaxing way to see the city.
There is a Super-Highway connecting the city to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) and cabs or tuk-tuks will take no time to whizz into town. Negotiate a price beforehand for the best deal. Alternatively, many hotels will arrange for pick-ups, so check at booking if this service is available. Hire cars can be rented at the airport, but pre-booking is advised.