Can I fly direct from Chiang Mai to Busan?

Direct flights from Chiang Mai to Busan are available, but they represent a smaller portion of the total routes. Historically, approximately 7.6% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed across the trailing quarter was 1.

What's the flight time from Chiang Mai to Busan?

The typical direct flight from Chiang Mai to Busan has a median duration of 5 hours and 5 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is significantly longer, averaging 10 hours and 35 minutes. The approximate distance covered on this route is 3465 kilometers.

Should I set a price alert for Chiang Mai to Busan flights?

Historically, price fluctuations for flights from Chiang Mai to Busan are frequent. This suggests that setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers. Monitoring prices can help identify opportune moments to book, as deals tend to appear regularly for this route.

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November 13 - November 17

Cheapest

CNX - Busan

$235

$198

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November 6 - November 17

Cheapest

CNX - Busan

$214

$198

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November 6 - November 12

Cheapest

CNX - Busan

$227

$198

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November 2 - November 17

Cheapest

CNX - Busan

$207

$198

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November 2 - November 12

Cheapest

CNX - Busan

$213

$198

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December 1 - December 6

Cheapest

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CNX - Busan

$284

$198

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October 26 - October 27

Earliest

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$263

$233

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CNX - Busan

$229

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November 10 - November 12

CNX - Busan

$234

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CNX - Busan

$231

$233

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Chiang Mai to Busan: Overview

Insights for flights from Chiang Mai to Busan

A typical journey from Chiang Mai to Busan takes approximately 12h 45m, including connections. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this duration accounts for the layovers travelers can expect. While direct flights from Chiang Mai to Busan are available, they represent a small portion of the overall options.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Chiang Mai to Busan, fares typically range from $255–$314, with a median of $279. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

The cheapest time to fly from Chiang Mai to Busan is often in January, with a median fare of $245. Other cost-effective months include July, where the median fare is $256, and September, with a median fare of $261. Planning your trip during these months could lead to more favorable prices.

The route between Chiang Mai and Busan covers a distance of 3465 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul journey. This distance typically involves a longer travel time, often necessitating connecting flights to reach the destination.

How much is a round trip from Chiang Mai to Busan

Regular price: $177 - $413

Prices for flights from Chiang Mai to Busan are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Chiang Mai to Busan is between 177 USD and 413 USD. The current lowest deal is 186 USD with Arcus-Air Logistic, for travel from Nov 12-Nov 21.

now $186

Low $177

High $413

The cheapest time to fly from Chiang Mai to Busan

The cheapest month to fly from CNX to PUS is January, with a median price of $245. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $335. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $245

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Flights from $335

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Direct flights from Chiang Mai to Busan

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Last-minute flights going from Chiang Mai to Busan

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Busan

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Busan (PUS)

MyTravel Airways

$388

$381

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Busan

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Busan (PUS)

MyTravel Airways

$388

$373

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Busan

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Busan (PUS)

MyTravel Airways

$432

$440

One-way

Thu, Jul 23

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Busan

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Busan (PUS)

Arcus-Air Logistic

$253

$301

One-way

Thu, Jul 23

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Busan

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Busan (PUS)

Arcus-Air Logistic

$382

$350

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

CNX - Busan

Chiang Mai (CNX) - Busan (PUS)

Arcus-Air Logistic

$358

$385

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chiang Mai to Busan

5 nights

Dec 25 - Dec 30

$316 → $346

10%

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Aug 23 - Aug 27

$263 → $294

12%

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Aug 20 - Aug 23

$263 → $294

12%

3 nights

Sep 24 - Sep 27

$260 → $294

13%

Popular Airports to fly from Chiang Mai to Busan

Chiang Mai - Busan route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Chiang Mai to Busan are below the typical level at $186.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Chiang Mai to Busan, with a median price of $245.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight time is 12h 45m

The typical flight duration from Chiang Mai to Busan is 12 hours and 45 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 1 stopover being typical.

🏆 Airline highlight

Arcus-Air Logistic offers direct flights

Arcus-Air Logistic has offered direct flights from Chiang Mai to Busan in recent months.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals for flights from Chiang Mai to Busan have been frequent in the last 30 days.

Chiang Mai main airports to depart from

Chiang Mai International (CNX)

Cheapest

Chiang Mai International Airport is a good option for flights from Chiang Mai to Busan.

📍 ~4 km from city center

💸 Flights from ~$292

Busan main airports to arrive at

Gimhae International (PUS)

Cheapest

Gimhae International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Chiang Mai to Busan.

📍 ~12 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$292

Airports nearby Busan used as alternative

Daegu International (TAE)

Consider this airport for its significant flight volume and excellent connectivity to Busan via KTX high-speed rail and express buses.

📍 ~48 km from Busan (reachable by KTX high-speed rail and express buses)

💸 Flights from ~$375

Ulsan (USN)

This airport is geographically the closest alternative to Busan and very convenient for domestic travel within South Korea.

📍 ~41 km from Busan (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$483

Cheongju International (CJJ)

This major regional international hub for central South Korea often offers competitive pricing on regional Asian routes.

📍 ~250 km from Busan (requires a significant cross-country journey)

💸 Flights from ~$415

Fukuoka (FUK)

Cheapest

A major international hub with extensive global connectivity, accessible from Busan via high-speed ferry or a very short flight.

📍 ~180 km from Busan (reachable by high-speed ferry or short flight)

💸 Flights from ~$354

Gwangju (KWJ)

This airport provides an alternative gateway for the southwestern region with additional domestic and limited regional international options.

📍 ~260 km from Busan (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$467

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Busan

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Busan, South Korea

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Busan, South Korea

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Busan, South Korea

69% AI deal score

$2,548

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Busan

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Chiang Mai to Busan is typically between 28 and 59 days before departure. Within this window, the average price observed was $269. Prices tend to be higher for last-minute bookings, with flights purchased 0-6 days out averaging $299. Conversely, booking more than 60 days in advance also shows a higher average price of $348.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Chiang Mai to Busan is considered to be $255 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $279. Fares above $314 are typically in the higher price range. These figures are based on observations over a 90-day period.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Chiang Mai to Busan include January, with a median price of $245, and July, with a median price of $256. September also shows a relatively low median price of $261. The annual median price for this route is $279, based on data collected over a 270-day window.

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Chiang Mai to Busan: Overview

Insights for flights from Chiang Mai to Busan

How much is a round trip from Chiang Mai to Busan

The cheapest time to fly from Chiang Mai to Busan

Direct flights from Chiang Mai to Busan

Last-minute flights going from Chiang Mai to Busan

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chiang Mai to Busan

Popular Airports to fly from Chiang Mai to Busan

Chiang Mai - Busan route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January is historically cheapest

Typical flight time is 12h 45m

Connecting flights are dominant

Arcus-Air Logistic offers direct flights

Deals are frequent

Chiang Mai main airports to depart from

Busan main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Busan used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Busan

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Busan

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