Flying from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): What you need to know
Beijing's main base, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX).
5 hours 5 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport flight.
Chiang Mai International Airport is located in Chiang Mai. The city operates on the UTC+7 timezone and is one hour behind Beijing.
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) is the busiest route, with 5 direct services each week. Travel from PEK to CNX on Air China's 5:40pm flight.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Beijing to CNX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) can be booked from this terminal.
You can book a direct flight from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport with Air China. This popular carrier operates departures from PEK.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between PEK and CNX is Air China.
Among carriers on this route, Air China is the most consistent for on-time landings.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Beijing to CNX with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between PEK and CNX include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
Located around 27 kms (17 miles) from central Beijing, PEK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Beijing Capital International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Beijing Capital International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from PEK arrive at their destination as scheduled.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport. Check out these connections between Beijing Daxing International Airport and CNX:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
PKX is around 48 kms (30 miles) from central Beijing. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Beijing to CNX flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Beijing Daxing International Airport:
Beijing Daxing International Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 87% of flights leaving here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Consider booking a hotel close to CNX if you have a late flight from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai International Airport is around 3 kms (2 miles) from the centre of Chiang Mai. It takes around 15 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport takes about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport is £90. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £214. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Beijing to CNX if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport ticket.
There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Beijing to CNX.
Save money on your flight from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
May is the quietest month for flights from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX), while February is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Chiang Mai based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Beijing to CNX plane ticket departing in April if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chiang Mai to range from 22ºC to 42ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 31ºC.
More about Chiang Mai
Once you've booked your flight from Beijing to Chiang Mai International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chiang Mai:
Your visit to Chiang Mai won't be complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions that belong on your itinerary include Songkran Festival Chiang Mai, Doi Suthep and Elephant Conservation Park.
Explore more of Thailand
You've done Chiang Mai, now it's time to discover other parts of Thailand. Journey around 257 kms (160 miles) southeast to Phitsanulok to tick off its popular sights. From Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat to Phra Si Ratana Temple (Wat Yai) and Wat Ratcha Burada Temple, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another side of Thailand, consider Chiang Rai, about 153 kms (95 miles) northeast of Chiang Mai. Wat Rong Khun, Wat Phra Kaew and Wat Huay Pla Kang: Goddess of Mercy Chiang Rai are among its highlights.