Cheap Flights from Chiang Mai (CNX) to Phuket (HKT)

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      Flight deals from Chiang Mai to Phuket

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Phuket Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £101. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Chiang Mai to Phuket

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chiang Mai to Phuket flights are currently cheapest in January.

      Direct flights from Chiang Mai to Phuket

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      Chiang Mai to Phuket: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Chiang Mai to Phuket below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Phuket.

      Chiang Mai to Phuket: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found£39
      Cheapest month to flyJanuary
      Average flight time2 hrs, 6 mins
      Most popular airlineThai AirAsia
      Average flights per week81

      Finding cheap flights from Chiang Mai to Phuket: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Chiang Mai to Phuket is £83. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      2 hours and 6 minutes is the average flight time from Chiang Mai to Phuket.
      Thai AirAsia, Thai VietJet Air and Hahn Air Systems fly direct from Chiang Mai to Phuket.
      As of August 2026, there are 106 flights per week flying from Chiang Mai to Phuket.
      The cheapest month to fly from Chiang Mai to Phuket is usually May.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chiang Mai Airport to Phuket Airport on Tuesday, 25 May 2027.
      Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 6 minutes.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Phuket but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Phuket is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, Thai LionAir and Thai AirAsia offer the cheapest flight tickets to Phuket.

      Flying from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Phuket Airport (HKT): what you need to know

      • Around 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Phuket Airport.

      • Chiang Mai and Phuket are in the UTC+7 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.

      • Flights from CNX to HKT start at 06:25 — the earliest with Thai AirAsia. The last departure is at 21:45 with Thai AirAsia. Overall, you can take your pick of 40 weekly Chiang Mai Airport to Phuket Airport flights.

      • Leave plenty of time to catch your CNX to HKT flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

      • You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Phuket Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Phuket holiday, let one of these carriers transport you to this unmissable part of Thailand:

      • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Thai AirAsia.

      • With an impressive 81.15% of services arriving as scheduled, Thai AirAsia has the best on-time performance for CNX to HKT flights.

      • If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chiang Mai Airport to Phuket Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CNX and HKT:

        • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport

        • Don Mueang Airport

        • Samui International Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Phuket Airport (HKT)

      • £39 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Chiang Mai Airport to Phuket Airport flight. Return flights start from £83. These fares may change based on demand.

      • Book one month before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CNX to HKT.

      • Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Phuket Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.

      • You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CNX to HKT.

      • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Phuket Airport.

      Handy information about Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)

      • When it comes to Chiang Mai Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

      • Central Chiang Mai to Chiang Mai Airport is around 3 kms (2 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.

      • The journey on public transport will take about 25 minutes.

      • Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near CNX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Phuket Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:

      Arriving at Phuket Airport (HKT)

      • Consider staying in a hotel close to HKT if you have a late Chiang Mai Airport to Phuket Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:

      • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Phuket Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from asap car rental, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Phuket and beyond.

      • To get the lowest price, book your ride from Phuket Airport about three weeks ahead.

      Getting from Phuket Airport (HKT) to central Phuket

      • From Phuket Airport, Phuket is approximately 32 kms (20 miles) away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.

      • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.

      When to fly to Phuket Airport (HKT)

      • The quietest month for a flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Phuket Airport is March, while January is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Phuket based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

      • Lock in your flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Phuket Airport for March if you want to explore Phuket during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 32ºC.

      • January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CNX to HKT sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

      Explore more of Thailand

      • Extend your Thailand adventure with a trip to Surat Thani, located about 177 kms (110 miles) north-east of Phuket. From Ang Thong National Marine Park to other popular attractions, you'll find plenty of things to put on your itinerary.

      • Nakhon Si Thammarat is another place worth checking out during your travels in Thailand. Journey to this destination, which is roughly 177 kms (110 miles) east of Phuket, for highlights like Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park.

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.