Flying from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Samui International Airport (USM): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Samui International Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Chiang Mai and Koh Samui share the UTC+7 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Each week, there are 12 Chiang Mai Airport to Samui International Airport flights. If you prefer to take off early, jump on the 09:15 Bangkok Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 14:35 with Bangkok Airways.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your CNX to USM flight.
During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Getting to Koh Samui (and then discovering more of Thailand!) is a snap with Bangkok Airways. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Samui International Airport.
Bangkok Airways tops the list for bookings on this route.
Bangkok Airways is the most punctual carrier offering CNX to USM flights. A reliable 92.06% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chiang Mai Airport to Samui International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between CNX and USM include:
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Don Mueang Airport
Phuket Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Samui International Airport (USM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chiang Mai Airport to Samui International Airport flight is £55. A return ticket right now is £119. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from CNX to USM, reserve your trip one month ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Samui International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from CNX to USM.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chiang Mai Airport to Samui International 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 approximately 3 kms (2 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Samui International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near CNX:
Arriving at Samui International Airport (USM)
If you're landing on a late Chiang Mai Airport to Samui International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near USM:
Hit the road running by picking up a Samui International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from asap car rental, Hertz or Drive Car Rental and explore beyond Koh Samui's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Samui International Airport about four weeks ahead.
When to fly to Samui International Airport (USM)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Samui International Airport. December is the busiest month to visit Koh Samui. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Chiang Mai Airport to Samui International Airport for May if you'd like to go to Koh Samui during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from CNX to USM in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Koh Samui has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Thailand waiting to be explored. Around 467 kms (290 miles) north of Koh Samui, a visit to Bangkok will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew and Songkran Festival Silom.