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

Direct flights are often convenient, saving travel time by avoiding layovers. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more economical, especially if you are flexible with your schedule. The 'best' option often depends on your priorities, whether it's cost savings or travel efficiency.

Can flexible travel dates help on Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on off-peak days of the week or during less popular seasons often leads to more affordable fares. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days can sometimes unlock better deals.

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

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai: Overview

Insights for flights from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

For those planning cheap flights from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai, November stands out as the cheapest month to fly, with a median fare of $135. Other favorable months include October, with a median of $261, and January, at $262. These months offer the most competitive pricing for this route.

A typical journey from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai takes about 12h 20m, including connections. Given that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the common travel experience. You should factor in this connection time when planning your trip.

Fares for flights from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai typically range from $182 to $405, with a median of $269. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level, indicating a potentially good time to book. Approximately 16% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a competitive deal is possible, though deals are infrequent — a price alert helps.

The route between Phnom Penh and Chiang Mai covers a distance of 1042 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This distance typically means a shorter travel time compared to medium or long-haul routes, though connections extend the overall journey.

How much is a round trip from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

Regular price: $148 - $327

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

The regular price range for this route is between 148 USD and 327 USD. The current lowest deal is 235 USD with Thai AirAsia. This flight is available for travel from March 15 to March 30.

now $235

Low $148

High $327

The cheapest time to fly from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

The cheapest month to fly from PNH to CNX is October, with a median price of $260. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $406. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $260

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $406

Jan

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

Thai AirAsia

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

Thai Airways International

Last-minute flights going from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

KTI - Chiang Mai

Phnom Penh (KTI) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Thai AirAsia, Danish Air Lines

$285

$261

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

KTI - Chiang Mai

Phnom Penh (KTI) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Thai AirAsia, Danish Air Lines

$295

$261

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

KTI - Chiang Mai

Phnom Penh (KTI) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Thai AirAsia, Danish Air Lines

$292

$261

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

KTI - Chiang Mai

Phnom Penh (KTI) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Thai AirAsia, Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

$313

$241

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

KTI - Chiang Mai

Phnom Penh (KTI) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Thai AirAsia, Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

$311

$241

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

KTI - Chiang Mai

Phnom Penh (KTI) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Thai AirAsia

$275

$255

One-way

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

4 nights

Oct 16 - Oct 20

$309 → $248

20%

5 nights

Oct 16 - Oct 21

$292 → $248

15%

6 nights

Oct 16 - Oct 22

$280 → $248

11%

2 nights

Oct 26 - Oct 28

$271 → $240

11%

Popular Airports to fly from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

Phnom Penh - Chiang Mai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai are below the typical level at $235.

📅 Best time to fly

November is the cheapest month to fly

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai, at $135.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 12h 20m

Connecting flights from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai typically average 12h 20m, with 1 stopover.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with no direct flights available historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Thai AirAsia offers connecting flights

Thai AirAsia has historically offered connecting flights for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai are historically rare.

Phnom Penh main airports to depart from

Phnom Penh International (PNH)

Cheapest

Phnom Penh International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$235

Techo International Airport (KTI)

Techo International Airport offers an alternative departure point for flights from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$235

Chiang Mai main airports to arrive at

Chiang Mai International (CNX)

Cheapest

Chiang Mai International Airport is ideal for direct access to Chiang Mai and northern Thailand.

📍 ~4 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$223

Airports nearby Chiang Mai used as alternative

Chiang Rai International (CEI)

Chiang Rai International is a practical alternative due to its international status and proximity to Chiang Mai.

📍 ~135 km from destination city (reachable by car, approximately 3 hours of travel).

💸 Flights from ~$228

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Oct 27

Chiang Mai, Thailand

74% AI deal score

$1,638

$1,057

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Thai Airways International

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Oct 27

Chiang Mai, Thailand

74% AI deal score

$1,682

$1,066

Save $616

Thai Airways International

Business Class

From KTI

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Oct 06

Chiang Mai, Thailand

74% AI deal score

$1,731

$1,069

Save $662

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Business Class

From KTI

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Oct 08

Chiang Mai, Thailand

73% AI deal score

$1,960

$1,082

Save $878

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From KTI

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Oct 08

Chiang Mai, Thailand

73% AI deal score

$1,870

$1,118

Save $752

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Business Class

From KTI

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Oct 08

Chiang Mai, Thailand

73% AI deal score

$1,917

$1,121

Save $796

Angkor Air, +1

Business Class

From KTI

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Oct 08

Chiang Mai, Thailand

73% AI deal score

$1,992

$1,164

Save $828

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Business Class

From KTI

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Oct 29

Chiang Mai, Thailand

72% AI deal score

$1,722

$1,040

Save $682

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Business Class

From KTI

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Oct 08

Chiang Mai, Thailand

72% AI deal score

$1,798

$1,119

Save $679

Angkor Air, +1

Business Class

From KTI

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Oct 20

Chiang Mai, Thailand

72% AI deal score

$1,767

$1,126

Save $641

Angkor Air, +1

Business Class

From KTI

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Oct 19

Chiang Mai, Thailand

71% AI deal score

$1,818

$1,104

Save $714

Angkor Air, +1

Business Class

From KTI

Elite

Oct 17

Chiang Mai, Thailand

71% AI deal score

$1,798

$1,105

Save $693

Angkor Air, +1

Business Class

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 platforms can often reveal better deals. Looking into flights with layovers may also present lower-cost options.

Booking flights in advance, often several weeks or months before your intended departure, can sometimes result in lower fares. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring them over time can help you identify a good booking window. Weekday bookings might also offer better prices than weekend bookings.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes provide more flight options or potentially lower prices. While not always necessary, checking alternative departure or arrival points might uncover different routes. Always consider the additional travel time and cost to and from these alternative airports.

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Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai: Overview

Insights for flights from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

How much is a round trip from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

Regular price: $148 - $327

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

The regular price range for this route is between 148 USD and 327 USD. The current lowest deal is 235 USD with Thai AirAsia. This flight is available for travel from March 15 to March 30.

now $235

Low $148

High $327

The cheapest time to fly from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

The cheapest month to fly from PNH to CNX is October, with a median price of $260. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $406. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $260

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $406

Jan

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

Thai AirAsia

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

Thai Airways International

Last-minute flights going from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

KTI - Chiang Mai

Phnom Penh (KTI) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Thai AirAsia, Danish Air Lines

$285

$261

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

KTI - Chiang Mai

Phnom Penh (KTI) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Thai AirAsia, Danish Air Lines

$295

$261

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

KTI - Chiang Mai

Phnom Penh (KTI) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Thai AirAsia, Danish Air Lines

$292

$261

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

KTI - Chiang Mai

Phnom Penh (KTI) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Thai AirAsia, Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

$313

$241

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

KTI - Chiang Mai

Phnom Penh (KTI) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Thai AirAsia, Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

$311

$241

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

KTI - Chiang Mai

Phnom Penh (KTI) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Thai AirAsia

$275

$255

One-way

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

4 nights

Oct 16 - Oct 20

$309 → $248

20%

5 nights

Oct 16 - Oct 21

$292 → $248

15%

6 nights

Oct 16 - Oct 22

$280 → $248

11%

2 nights

Oct 26 - Oct 28

$271 → $240

11%

Popular Airports to fly from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

Phnom Penh - Chiang Mai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai are below the typical level at $235.

📅 Best time to fly

November is the cheapest month to fly

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai, at $135.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 12h 20m

Connecting flights from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai typically average 12h 20m, with 1 stopover.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with no direct flights available historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Thai AirAsia offers connecting flights

Thai AirAsia has historically offered connecting flights for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai are historically rare.

Phnom Penh main airports to depart from

Phnom Penh International (PNH)

Cheapest

Phnom Penh International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$235

Techo International Airport (KTI)

Techo International Airport offers an alternative departure point for flights from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$235

Chiang Mai main airports to arrive at

Chiang Mai International (CNX)

Cheapest

Chiang Mai International Airport is ideal for direct access to Chiang Mai and northern Thailand.

📍 ~4 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$223

Airports nearby Chiang Mai used as alternative

Chiang Rai International (CEI)

Chiang Rai International is a practical alternative due to its international status and proximity to Chiang Mai.

Chiang Mai, Thailand

71% AI deal score

$1,798

$1,105

Save $693

Angkor Air, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chiang Mai

Cheap Flights from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

Today’s best flight deals from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai: Overview

Insights for flights from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

How much is a round trip from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

The cheapest time to fly from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

Direct flights from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

Last-minute flights going from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

Phnom Penh - Chiang Mai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

November is the cheapest month to fly

Connecting flights average 12h 20m

Connecting flights are dominant

Thai AirAsia offers connecting flights

Deals are rare for this route

Phnom Penh 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

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Oct 27

Oct 06

Oct 08

Oct 08

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Oct 08

Oct 29

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Oct 17

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chiang Mai

How can I find cheap flights from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai?

When should I book flights from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Phnom Penh

Flights to Chiang Mai from other cities

Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai: Overview

Insights for flights from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

How much is a round trip from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

The cheapest time to fly from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

Direct flights from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

Last-minute flights going from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai

Phnom Penh - Chiang Mai route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

November is the cheapest month to fly

Connecting flights average 12h 20m

Connecting flights are dominant

Thai AirAsia offers connecting flights

Deals are rare for this route

Phnom Penh 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 27

Oct 27

Oct 06

Oct 08

Oct 08

Oct 08

Oct 08

Oct 29

Oct 08

Oct 20

Oct 19

Oct 17

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chiang Mai

How can I find cheap flights from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai?

When should I book flights from Phnom Penh to Chiang Mai?

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