Flying from Seoul to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Seoul. Check out your options departing from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP) when organising your flight from Seoul to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX).
5 hours 50 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Seoul to Chiang Mai International Airport.
Chiang Mai International Airport is located in Chiang Mai. The city operates in the UTC+7 timezone and is 2 hours behind Seoul.
The busiest route is from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX), with 38 direct weekly services. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ICN to CNX is the 17:10 Korean Air option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 19:40 with Asiana Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Seoul to CNX. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) operates nonstop flights from Seoul to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX).
When setting off from GMP, you can choose from numerous airlines that fly nonstop to your destination. Book your ticket on a direct flight from Seoul to CNX with one of these:
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to freshen up with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Seoul to Chiang Mai International Airport, check out these options when taking off from Gimpo International Airport:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
GMP is roughly 16 kilometres from central Seoul. Plan ahead to find the easiest way to get to your terminal.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Seoul to CNX? Check in to a hotel near Gimpo International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
About Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Seoul to Chiang Mai International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CNX instead:
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Chiang Mai. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 10 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 23 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Chiang Mai International Airport is ج.م. 3,169. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 8,108. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from Seoul to CNX, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of your planned departure.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Seoul to Chiang Mai International Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Seoul to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Seoul to Chiang Mai International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Chiang Mai. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Chiang Mai. The warmest month is April. Book your flights from Seoul to CNX sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 42ºC.
Travel in January if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 12ºC and 31ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Seoul to Chiang Mai International Airport.
More about Chiang Mai
Start your Chiang Mai trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seoul to Chiang Mai International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Doi Suthep, Kalare Night Bazaar and Wat Phra Singh are must-visits when exploring Chiang Mai.
Complete your Chiang Mai trip with a car rental
Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Seoul to Chiang Mai International Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Chiang Mai. Check out the exclusive deals and instantly compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.
