Are direct flights from Manila to Chiang Mai always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more economical, especially if you are open to longer travel durations. It's often beneficial to compare both types of itineraries.

Can flexible travel dates help on Manila to Chiang Mai flights?

Yes, having flexible travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons usually results in lower fares compared to weekends or popular holiday periods. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may lead to considerable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Manila to Chiang Mai flights?

Always review potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services before booking. Some airlines may charge for amenities that others include. Understanding the full cost helps avoid surprises and allows for a more accurate comparison of fares.

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2026-09-26 – 2026-09-28
MNL - Chiang Mai
67% AI deal score
$238
$243
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MNL - Chiang Mai
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$233
$245
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MNL - Chiang Mai
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$342
$251
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$226
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69% AI deal score
$273
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Manila to Chiang Mai: Overview

Insights for flights from Manila to Chiang Mai

Most itineraries for flights from Manila to Chiang Mai connect at least once. Right now, there are no direct flights from Manila to Chiang Mai, meaning all journeys will include at least one stopover. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2.

When considering cheap flights from Manila to Chiang Mai, prices typically range from $214–$462, with a median of $344. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Only 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Manila to Chiang Mai, the data indicates that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $169. Following closely, March also offers competitive prices, with a median of $171, and January presents a median fare of $178.

A typical journey from Manila to Chiang Mai takes approximately 14h 0m, including connections. This route is classified as a medium-haul flight, covering a distance of 2395 km.

How much is a round trip from Manila to Chiang Mai

Regular price: $208 - $407

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

The regular price range for this route is between 208 USD and 407 USD. The current lowest deal is 232 USD with Malaysia Airlines, for travel from Aug 16-Aug 23.

now $232

Low $208

High $407

The cheapest time to fly from Manila to Chiang Mai

The cheapest month to fly from MNL to CNX is February, with a median price of $169. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $462. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $169

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $462

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Manila to Chiang Mai

Malaysia Airlines

Cebu Pacific

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MyTravel Airways

Last-minute flights going from Manila to Chiang Mai

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MNL - Chiang Mai

Manila (MNL) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Scoot

$366

$321

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MNL - Chiang Mai

Manila (MNL) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Scoot

$240

$277

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MNL - Chiang Mai

Manila (MNL) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Scoot

$322

$265

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

MNL - Chiang Mai

Manila (MNL) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Scoot

$273

$265

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

MNL - Chiang Mai

Manila (MNL) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Scoot

$261

$265

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

MNL - Chiang Mai

Manila (MNL) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Malaysia Airlines

$286

$311

One-way

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

6 nights

Jan 25 - Jan 31

$327 → $239

27%

3 nights

Jan 23 - Jan 26

$331 → $249

25%

4 nights

Dec 27 - Dec 31

$332 → $255

23%

7 nights

Jan 14 - Jan 21

$308 → $239

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Manila to Chiang Mai

Manila - Chiang Mai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Manila to Chiang Mai are above the typical level at $232.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $169

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Manila to Chiang Mai, at $169.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 14h 0m

Flights from Manila to Chiang Mai typically involve connecting, with a median duration of 14h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Direct flights are not available; connecting flights are dominant with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Malaysia Airlines offers deals via Skyscanner

Malaysia Airlines offers a recent deal for $232 via Skyscanner for August 16-August 23.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

This route frequently has deals, with good prices appearing in 3% of recent observations.

Manila main airports to depart from

Ninoy Aquino International (MNL)

Cheapest

Ninoy Aquino International Airport is a key departure point for flights from Manila to Chiang Mai.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$260

Chiang Mai main airports to arrive at

Chiang Mai International (CNX)

Cheapest

Chiang Mai International Airport is the most affordable arrival option for your trip to Chiang Mai.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$260

Airports nearby Chiang Mai used as alternative

Chiang Rai International (CEI)

Chiang Rai International can be a useful alternative, offering a similar range of flight options.

📍 ~135 km from Chiang Mai (reachable by car or bus, across mountainous terrain).

💸 Flights from ~$261

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chiang Mai

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Best Elite deals to Chiang Mai

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From MNL

Elite

Oct 09

Chiang Mai, Thailand

71% AI deal score

$1,418

$1,349

Save $69

From MNL

Elite

Oct 03

Chiang Mai, Thailand

70% AI deal score

$1,312

$1,311

Save $1

From MNL

Elite

Jul 13

Chiang Mai, Thailand

70% AI deal score

$1,319

From MNL

Elite

Oct 03

Chiang Mai, Thailand

70% AI deal score

$1,349

From MNL

Elite

Jul 14

Chiang Mai, Thailand

69% AI deal score

$1,315

From MNL

Elite

Aug 12

Chiang Mai, Thailand

69% AI deal score

$1,315

From MNL

Elite

Aug 03

Chiang Mai, Thailand

69% AI deal score

$1,318

From MNL

Elite

Aug 14

Chiang Mai, Thailand

69% AI deal score

$1,319

From MNL

Elite

Jun 22

Chiang Mai, Thailand

69% AI deal score

$1,323

From MNL

Elite

Dec 15

Chiang Mai, Thailand

69% AI deal score

$1,382

$1,359

Save $23

From MNL

Elite

Dec 15

Chiang Mai, Thailand

69% AI deal score

$1,402

$1,359

Save $43

From MNL

Elite

Jul 21

Chiang Mai, Thailand

67% AI deal score

$1,359

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chiang Mai

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes lead to lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares is usually a good strategy. Mid-week bookings may also offer different pricing.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover alternative flight options. While it may add to travel time, the potential savings on airfare can make it a worthwhile consideration. Always factor in ground transportation costs and convenience.

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Manila to Chiang Mai: Overview

Insights for flights from Manila to Chiang Mai

A typical journey from Manila to Chiang Mai takes approximately 14h 0m, including connections. This route is classified as a medium-haul flight, covering a distance of 2395 km.

How much is a round trip from Manila to Chiang Mai

Regular price: $208 - $407

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

The regular price range for this route is between 208 USD and 407 USD. The current lowest deal is 232 USD with Malaysia Airlines, for travel from Aug 16-Aug 23.

now $232

Low $208

High $407

The cheapest time to fly from Manila to Chiang Mai

February

Cheapest

Flights from $169

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $462

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Manila to Chiang Mai

Malaysia Airlines

Cebu Pacific

Scoot

MyTravel Airways

Last-minute flights going from Manila to Chiang Mai

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MNL - Chiang Mai

Manila (MNL) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Scoot

$366

$321

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MNL - Chiang Mai

Manila (MNL) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Scoot

$240

$277

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MNL - Chiang Mai

Manila (MNL) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Scoot

$322

$265

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

MNL - Chiang Mai

Manila (MNL) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Scoot

$273

$265

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

MNL - Chiang Mai

Manila (MNL) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Scoot

$261

$265

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

MNL - Chiang Mai

Manila (MNL) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Malaysia Airlines

$286

$311

One-way

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

6 nights

Jan 25 - Jan 31

$327 → $239

27%

3 nights

Jan 23 - Jan 26

$331 → $249

25%

4 nights

Dec 27 - Dec 31

$332 → $255

23%

7 nights

Jan 14 - Jan 21

$308 → $239

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Manila to Chiang Mai

Manila - Chiang Mai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Manila to Chiang Mai are above the typical level at $232.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $169

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Manila to Chiang Mai, at $169.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 14h 0m

Flights from Manila to Chiang Mai typically involve connecting, with a median duration of 14h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Direct flights are not available; connecting flights are dominant with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Malaysia Airlines offers deals via Skyscanner

Malaysia Airlines offers a recent deal for $232 via Skyscanner for August 16-August 23.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

This route frequently has deals, with good prices appearing in 3% of recent observations.

Manila main airports to depart from

Ninoy Aquino International (MNL)

Cheapest

Ninoy Aquino International Airport is a key departure point for flights from Manila to Chiang Mai.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$260

Chiang Mai main airports to arrive at

Chiang Mai International (CNX)

Cheapest

Chiang Mai International Airport is the most affordable arrival option for your trip to Chiang Mai.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$260

Airports nearby Chiang Mai used as alternative

Chiang Rai International (CEI)

Chiang Rai International can be a useful alternative, offering a similar range of flight options.

📍 ~135 km from Chiang Mai (reachable by car or bus, across mountainous terrain).

💸 Flights from ~$261

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chiang Mai

Discover luxury on the budget with premium cabin class on flights from Manila to Chiang Mai.

Elite

Best Elite deals to Chiang Mai

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From MNL

Elite

Oct 09

Chiang Mai, Thailand

71% AI deal score

$1,418

$1,349

Save $69

From MNL

Elite

Oct 03

Chiang Mai, Thailand

70% AI deal score

$1,312

$1,311

Save $1

From MNL

Elite

Jul 13

Chiang Mai, Thailand

70% AI deal score

$1,319

From MNL

Elite

Oct 03

Chiang Mai, Thailand

70% AI deal score

$1,349

From MNL

Elite

Jul 14

Chiang Mai, Thailand

69% AI deal score

$1,315

From MNL

Elite

Aug 12

Chiang Mai, Thailand

69% AI deal score

$1,315

From MNL

Elite

Aug 03

Chiang Mai, Thailand

69% AI deal score

$1,318

From MNL

Elite

Aug 14

Chiang Mai, Thailand

69% AI deal score

$1,319

From MNL

Elite

Jun 22

Chiang Mai, Thailand

69% AI deal score

$1,323

From MNL

Elite

Dec 15

Chiang Mai, Thailand

69% AI deal score

$1,382

$1,359

Save $23

From MNL

Elite

Dec 15

Chiang Mai, Thailand

69% AI deal score

$1,402

$1,359

Save $43

From MNL

Elite

Jul 21

Chiang Mai, Thailand

67% AI deal score

$1,359

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chiang Mai

Cheap Flights from Manila to Chiang Mai

Today’s best flight deals from Manila to Chiang Mai

Manila to Chiang Mai: Overview

Insights for flights from Manila to Chiang Mai

How much is a round trip from Manila to Chiang Mai

The cheapest time to fly from Manila to Chiang Mai

Direct flights from Manila to Chiang Mai

Last-minute flights going from Manila to Chiang Mai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Manila to Chiang Mai

Manila - Chiang Mai route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

February is historically cheapest at $169

Connecting flights typically take 14h 0m

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Malaysia Airlines offers deals via Skyscanner

Deals are frequent for this route

Manila main airports to depart from

Chiang Mai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Chiang Mai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chiang Mai

Best Elite deals to Chiang Mai

Oct 09

Oct 03

Jul 13

Oct 03

Jul 14

Aug 12

Aug 03

Aug 14

Jun 22

Dec 15

Dec 15

Jul 21

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chiang Mai

How can I find cheap flights from Manila to Chiang Mai?

When should I book flights from Manila to Chiang Mai?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Manila to Chiang Mai?

Are direct flights from Manila to Chiang Mai always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Manila to Chiang Mai flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Manila to Chiang Mai flights?

Related routes

More routes from Manila

Flights to Chiang Mai from other cities

Manila to Chiang Mai: Overview

Insights for flights from Manila to Chiang Mai

How much is a round trip from Manila to Chiang Mai

The cheapest time to fly from Manila to Chiang Mai

Direct flights from Manila to Chiang Mai

Last-minute flights going from Manila to Chiang Mai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Manila to Chiang Mai

Manila - Chiang Mai route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

February is historically cheapest at $169

Connecting flights typically take 14h 0m

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Malaysia Airlines offers deals via Skyscanner

Deals are frequent for this route

Manila main airports to depart from

Chiang Mai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Chiang Mai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chiang Mai

Best Elite deals to Chiang Mai

Oct 09

Oct 03

Jul 13

Oct 03

Jul 14

Aug 12

Aug 03

Aug 14

Jun 22

Dec 15

Dec 15

Jul 21

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chiang Mai

How can I find cheap flights from Manila to Chiang Mai?

When should I book flights from Manila to Chiang Mai?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Manila to Chiang Mai?