Travelling from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Beijing: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 5 hours 5 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Beijing.
Beijing is one hour ahead of Chiang Mai, where Chiang Mai International Airport is located. Beijing observes the UTC+8 timezone.
With five departures a week between the two airports, Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the busiest route. Hop on Air China's 23:05 flight to get your journey from CNX to PEK underway.
Give yourself enough time to get on your CNX to Beijing flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Direct Chiang Mai International Airport to Beijing tickets are available for booking. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) will be where your journey ends.
Take to the skies with Air China. This leading carrier offers direct flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Beijing.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from CNX to Beijing, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
CNX is about 3 kilometres from central Chiang Mai. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near CNX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Beijing or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
73% of flights that depart Chiang Mai International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Beijing
ر.ق. 598 is currently the best price for a one-way Chiang Mai International Airport to Beijing flight. A return plane ticket starts at ر.ق. 1,008. These prices can change based on availability.
Score cheap flights from CNX to Beijing by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap Chiang Mai International Airport to Beijing tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CNX to Beijing by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Beijing.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 45 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to PEK if you have a late flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Beijing. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Boost your chances of getting the best possible rate by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a few weeks before your flight from CNX to Beijing is a good move.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The centre of Beijing is around 48 kilometres from Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX). Once your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Beijing has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 50 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 45 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near PKX. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your CNX to Beijing flight:
Best time to go to Beijing
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Beijing. August is the most popular month for a trip to Beijing. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in December.
Lock in a Chiang Mai International Airport to Beijing plane ticket with a departure in June to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 37ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CNX to Beijing in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and 4ºC.
More about Beijing
After booking your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Beijing, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Beijing:
Temple of Heaven and Forbidden City are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Beijing itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Tiananmen Square.
Explore more of China
Beijing has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be discovered. Around 113 kilometres southeast of Beijing, a visit to Tianjin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in China, head for Tai'an, roughly 418 kilometres south of Beijing. Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake are key highlights.
