Flying from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is two hours ahead of Chiang Mai, where Chiang Mai International Airport is located.
Leave enough time to catch your CNX to Tokyo flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month such as February? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from CNX to Tokyo with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Located around 3 kms (2 miles) from the centre of Chiang Mai, CNX can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near CNX? If you're catching an early flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Tokyo, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of the departures from Chiang Mai International Airport, 73% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Tokyo
£130 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Chiang Mai International Airport to Tokyo flight. Return plane tickets start from £242. These fares can change depending on availability.
To find cheap flights from CNX to Tokyo, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a Chiang Mai International Airport to Tokyo ticket.
Snapping up a cheap flight from CNX to Tokyo couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Tokyo.
Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kms (12 miles) away.
It typically takes 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to HND if you're coming in on a late flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Tokyo. Settle into one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Reserving your ride from Tokyo Haneda International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from CNX to Tokyo can help you get the best possible rate.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) is about 56 kms (35 miles) from central Tokyo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near NRT. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your CNX to Tokyo flight:
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at NRT can get you a lower rate.
Tokyo Narita International Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
March is the most popular month for flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Tokyo. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Tokyo in December.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Chiang Mai International Airport to Tokyo plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from CNX to Tokyo in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 15ºC on average.
More about Tokyo
After booking your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Tokyo, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tokyo:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Sensho-ji, Tokyo Skytree and Ginza Central Street are attractions you won't want to skip in Tokyo.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Japan you'll want to see. Around 402 kms (250 miles) west of Tokyo, a visit to Osaka will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
Nagoya is another standout destination in Japan and is around 257 kms (160 miles) west of Tokyo. No journey is complete without visiting Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.