Flying from Vancouver to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
Organising your flight from Vancouver to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) begins with finding the most convenient airport to kick off your trip. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are the main terminals in Vancouver.
Chiang Mai is 14 hours ahead of Vancouver. Chiang Mai International Airport is located in Chiang Mai, which operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
Your flight from Vancouver to CNX won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a popular month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 33 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Vancouver to Chiang Mai International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Vancouver International Airport:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to freshen up with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Vancouver to Chiang Mai International Airport, here's where you can stop when departing from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
You can get to CXH from central Vancouver in approximately 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 16 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base the day before your flight from Vancouver to CNX:
About Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Book a hotel close to CNX if you're taking a late flight from Vancouver to Chiang Mai International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
From Chiang Mai International Airport, Chiang Mai is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 23 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Rs111,336 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Chiang Mai International Airport. Return flights start from Rs248,605. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from Vancouver to CNX. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to Chiang Mai. Alternatively, join the crowds and go in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Vancouver to Chiang Mai International Airport.
Before you book a flight from Vancouver to CNX, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Chiang Mai, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 42ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Vancouver to Chiang Mai International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about Chiang Mai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Chiang Mai right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Chiang Mai International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Doi Suthep, Kalare Night Bazaar and Wat Phra Singh are top sights which should feature on every Chiang Mai itinerary.
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