Travelling from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Osaka. Kansai International Airport (KIX) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) leaving from here.
The average time for a direct Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport flight is 6 hours.
Chiang Mai International Airport is located in Chiang Mai. The city is in the UTC+7 timezone and is two hours behind Osaka.
Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) is the busiest route, with 6 direct services every week. You can get from KIX to CNX on Thai Vietjet Air's 8:55am departure.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Osaka to CNX.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as April and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) can be booked from this terminal.
When leaving from KIX, you can take a direct flight from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport with Thai Vietjet Air.
Thai VietJet Air is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from KIX to CNX.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Osaka to CNX departing from Kansai International Airport (KIX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
The journey from central Osaka to KIX takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kms (30 miles) in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near Kansai International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Kansai International Airport, 73% land on time at their destination.
KIX's address is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)
ITM is around 18 kms (11 miles) from central Osaka. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Osaka Itami International Airport the day before your Osaka to CNX flight:
Osaka Itami International Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 83% of flights leaving here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
You'll find ITM at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
UKB is around 32 kms (20 miles) from central Osaka. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 40 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Kobe Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport flight:
UKB has a stellar on-time arrivals rating of 82%, so you can count on your flight to stay on track and reach your destination as planned.
The address of Kobe Airport is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
If you have a late flight from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near CNX:
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport flight.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
From Chiang Mai International Airport, central Chiang Mai is around 3 kms (2 miles) away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
At the moment, £102 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £223. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Osaka to CNX by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
June is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Osaka to CNX.
Bag the best deal on a flight from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX). February is when most people travel to Chiang Mai. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in May.
The warmest month in Chiang Mai is April, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 42ºC. Book your Osaka to CNX plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has temperatures of between 12ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chiang Mai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Chiang Mai right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Osaka to Chiang Mai International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Songkran Festival Chiang Mai, Doi Suthep and Elephant Conservation Park are leading attractions which should be on any good Chiang Mai itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
You've seen Chiang Mai, now it's time to discover more of Thailand. Travel about 257 kms (160 miles) southeast to Phitsanulok to tick off its top attractions. From Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat to Phra Si Ratana Temple (Wat Yai) and Wat Ratcha Burada Temple, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in 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 the biggest draws.