Travelling from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Chengdu: what you need to know
Chiang Mai International Airport is located in Chiang Mai. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Chengdu is one hour ahead of Chiang Mai.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your CNX to Chengdu flight.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from CNX to Chengdu, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
CNX is around 3 kilometres from central Chiang Mai. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near CNX. Whether you have an early flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Chengdu or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Chiang Mai International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76.37% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Chengdu
ر.ق. 368 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chiang Mai International Airport to Chengdu flight. A round-trip ticket right now is ر.ق. 896. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from CNX to Chengdu, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Chiang Mai International Airport to Chengdu throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from CNX to Chengdu by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Save money on your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Chengdu with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
The distance from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu is roughly 72 kilometres. It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Consider booking a hotel close to TFU if you're coming in on a late flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Chengdu. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Once your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Chengdu has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Chengdu is roughly 21 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near CTU. Settle in and get cosy after your CNX to Chengdu flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The address for Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
Visit Chengdu during high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Chengdu during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in a Chiang Mai International Airport to Chengdu flight ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 13ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from CNX to Chengdu around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Chengdu
Start your Chengdu trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Chengdu, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Wuhou Shrine and Jinli Ancient Street are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Chengdu to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Sichuan Opera Troupe.
Explore more of China
You've seen Chengdu, now it's time to discover other parts of China. Journey around 193 kilometres east to Nanchong to check off its must-visit sights. From 六合丝博园 to 印象嘉陵江文创小镇 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in China, head for Tianshui, roughly 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城 are among its highlights.
