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FlightsFrom Ho Chi Minh City

To Chiang Mai

Cheap Flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai

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Today’s best flight deals from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai

August 22 - August 26

Cheapest
Best

SGN - Chiang Mai

$232

$219

Round trip

August 18 - August 26

Cheapest
Earliest

SGN - Chiang Mai

$214

$219

Round trip

September 30 - October 17

SGN - Chiang Mai

$192

$220

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August 22 - August 25

Best

SGN - Chiang Mai

$232

$222

Round trip

August 18 - August 25

Earliest

SGN - Chiang Mai

$222

$222

Round trip

August 22 - September 21

SGN - Chiang Mai

$191

$225

Round trip

September 30 - October 3

SGN - Chiang Mai

$224

$243

Round trip

September 30 - October 8

SGN - Chiang Mai

$208

$243

Round trip

September 30 - October 1

SGN - Chiang Mai

$224

$244

Round trip

September 7 - September 18

SGN - Chiang Mai

$198

$244

Round trip

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Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai: Overview

Insights for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai

Right now, 9% of recent fares for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai are considered a good price. Fares typically range from $155–$244, with a median of $176. Current fares are above the typical level for this route, so you may want to monitor prices for potential drops. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better rates.
The cheapest time to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai is typically March, with a median fare of $103. Other relatively inexpensive months include December and June, both with median fares of $163. Planning your trip around these months could help you secure a more favorable price.
A typical journey from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai takes about 6h 0m, including connections. Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers being 1. This means you should factor in the additional travel time beyond the direct flight duration when planning your trip.
The distance between Ho Chi Minh City and Chiang Mai is 1210 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. While not a long journey, the prevalence of connecting flights means the overall travel time extends beyond what a direct flight of this distance would typically entail.

How much is a round trip from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai

Regular price: $171 - $292

Prices for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 171 USD and 292 USD. The current lowest deal is 209 USD with Thai AirAsia, for travel from Sep 3-Sep 12.

now $209

Low $171

High $292

The cheapest time to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai

The cheapest month to fly from SGN to CNX is March, with a median price of $103. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $321. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $103

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $321

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Direct flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai

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Last-minute flights going from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai

Sun, Jul 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SGN - Chiang Mai

Thai AirAsia

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Thai AirAsia

$289

$271

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SGN - Chiang Mai

Thai AirAsia

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Thai AirAsia

$253

$243

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SGN - Chiang Mai

MyTravel Airways

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

MyTravel Airways

$286

$256

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SGN - Chiang Mai

Vietjet Air

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Vietjet Air

$254

$240

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SGN - Chiang Mai

Air Ivoire

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Air Ivoire

$283

$248

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SGN - Chiang Mai

Vietjet Air

Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Vietjet Air

$266

$250

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai

4 nights

Jul 9 - Jul 13

$283  →  $243

14%

2 nights

Jul 8 - Jul 10

$287  →  $249

13%

2 nights

Jul 7 - Jul 9

$287  →  $254

11%

2 nights

Jul 6 - Jul 8

$289  →  $258

11%

Popular Airports to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai

Ho Chi Minh City - Chiang Mai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically cheapest at $103

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai, at $103.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 6h 0m

Flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai typically take 6h 0m with one stop.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Thai AirAsia offers many deals

Thai AirAsia has historically offered 89 deals for flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai are frequent, appearing often in a 30-day window.

Ho Chi Minh City main airports to depart from

Tan Son Nhat International (SGN)

Cheapest

Tan Son Nhat International Airport is the cheapest option for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$217

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 its northern Thailand attractions.

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

💸 Flights from ~$217

Airports nearby Chiang Mai used as alternative

Chiang Rai International (CEI)

Chiang Rai International is a primary alternative hub in Northern Thailand, offering a similar range of flight options.

📍 ~135 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$238

Lampang (LPT)

Lampang is geographically the closest airport to Chiang Mai, providing a reliable domestic connection point.

📍 ~70 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$287

Phitsanulok (PHS)

Phitsanulok is a major regional hub with better infrastructure and flight frequency than smaller airports.

📍 ~220 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$253

Nan Nakhon (NNT)

Nan Nakhon is an alternative domestic gateway within the same geographic region with reliable daily services.

📍 ~170 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$261

Udon Thani International (UTH)

Cheapest

Udon Thani International is a high-capacity airport useful if Northern Thailand airports are experiencing disruptions.

📍 ~360 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$215

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chiang Mai

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Best Elite deals to Chiang Mai

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Oct 15

Chiang Mai, Thailand

44% AI deal score

$1,209

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Jul 15

Chiang Mai, Thailand

41% AI deal score

$1,226

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Jul 20

Chiang Mai, Thailand

41% AI deal score

$1,227

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Jul 18

Chiang Mai, Thailand

41% AI deal score

$1,244

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Jul 11

Chiang Mai, Thailand

41% AI deal score

$1,246

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Jul 16

Chiang Mai, Thailand

41% AI deal score

$1,246

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Jul 13

Chiang Mai, Thailand

41% AI deal score

$1,282

From SGN

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Jul 15

Chiang Mai, Thailand

41% AI deal score

$1,288

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Sep 28

Chiang Mai, Thailand

41% AI deal score

$1,310

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Jul 11

Chiang Mai, Thailand

40% AI deal score

$1,246

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Jul 18

Chiang Mai, Thailand

40% AI deal score

$1,246

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Jul 13

Chiang Mai, Thailand

40% AI deal score

$1,279

From SGN

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Aug 17

Chiang Mai, Thailand

40% AI deal score

$1,293

From SGN

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Sep 28

Chiang Mai, Thailand

39% AI deal score

$1,505

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 also help uncover better deals. Look out for sales or promotions that may periodically occur.

Booking in advance often provides more options and potentially lower prices, though last-minute deals can sometimes appear. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can be beneficial. There isn't a single best time, as it can vary.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal alternative flight options or different pricing. While it may add to travel time, it could potentially lead to savings. Always consider the total cost and convenience when choosing.

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