Flying from Sihanouk International Airport (KOS) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX): what you need to know
Sihanoukville and Chiang Mai are in the UTC+7 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
To ensure you catch your KOS to CNX flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sihanouk International Airport (KOS) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Right now, 191 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sihanouk International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 542 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from KOS to CNX. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Sihanouk International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from KOS to CNX.
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Handy information about Sihanouk International Airport (KOS)
Of all flights departing from Sihanouk International Airport, 78.65% touch down on time at their destination.
Sihanouk International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Sihanoukville. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Want a place to stay before your flight from Sihanouk International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport? Consider Sok Sabay Resort. Catch some z's here before heading to KOS.
Arriving at Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sihanouk International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CNX instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Chiang Mai International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and venture far and wide through Chiang Mai and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Chiang Mai International Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to central Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai International Airport to central Chiang Mai has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
It'll take around 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
The quietest month for a flight from Sihanouk International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Chiang Mai based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Chiang Mai is April, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your flights from Sihanouk International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from KOS to CNX around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
Chiang Mai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Thailand just waiting to be discovered. Around 434 kilometres east of Chiang Mai, a visit to Udon Thani will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Around 80 kilometres 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.
