Travelling from Hua Hin Airport (HHQ) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Hua Hin Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Hua Hin (Prachuap Khiri Khan) and Chiang Mai are in the same timezone, UTC+7.
Flights from HHQ to CNX start at 11:00 — the earliest with Thai AirAsia. The last service of the day is at 17:30 with Thai AirAsia. Overall, there are 38 weekly Hua Hin Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your HHQ to CNX flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Thai AirAsia has direct flights from Hua Hin Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Chiang Mai — and maybe even more of Thailand if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Thai AirAsia on this route.
Thai AirAsia is the most punctual carrier operating HHQ to CNX flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hua Hin Airport (HHQ) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Hua Hin Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight is £22. A round-trip fare right now is £47. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from HHQ to CNX, reserve your trip six months ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Hua Hin Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about Hua Hin Airport (HHQ)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Hua Hin Airport, 57.14% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Hua Hin Airport is around 4 miles from central Hua Hin (Prachuap Khiri Khan). If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking an early flight from Hua Hin Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to HHQ:
Arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
If you're arriving on a late Hua Hin Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near CNX:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Chiang Mai International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and explore beyond Chiang Mai's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Chiang Mai International Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
From Chiang Mai International Airport, Chiang Mai is approximately 3 miles away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
August is the busiest month for flights from Hua Hin Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Chiang Mai in February.
When booking your flight from Hua Hin Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Chiang Mai, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HHQ to CNX in January. Temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
Chiang Mai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Thailand just waiting to be explored. About 270 miles east of Chiang Mai, a visit to Udon Thani will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Around 50 miles south-east of Chiang Mai, Lampang is another essential stop in Thailand. No visit is complete without checking out Baan Sao Nak, Ratsadapisek Bridge and Horse-Drawn Carriage.