Chiang Mai to Phuket: Airlines, Schedule & Booking Tips
2h 5m · Direct (some via BKK) · 8–10 daily · $40–110 (~1,400–3,900 THB)
Route at a glance
Flight time
2h 5m
Stops
Direct (some via BKK)
Frequency
8–10 daily
Typical price
$40–110 (~1,400–3,900 THB)
Airlines on this route
Direct flights only ~3x daily — most are 1-stop via Bangkok. Book direct option early to avoid 4–5 hour total journey.
Other domestic routes to Phuket
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Chiang Mai to Phuket?
2h 5m (Direct (some via BKK)). Flight time from Chiang Mai (CNX) to Phuket International Airport (HKT). Total journey including airport check-in, security, and transfer to your Phuket hotel is typically 3–5 hours longer than the flight itself.
Which airlines fly from Chiang Mai to Phuket?
AirAsia, Thai VietJet, Bangkok Airways. Compare current schedules and prices on Trip.com to find the right combination of price, schedule, and baggage allowance.
What's the typical price for a flight from Chiang Mai to Phuket?
$40–110 (~1,400–3,900 THB) is an editorial planning band, not a live quote. Fares vary by date, baggage, fare class, currency and connection. Compare the same itinerary and final payable total on the airline and booking provider before paying.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Chiang Mai to Phuket?
There is no reliably cheapest month or weekday. Search flexible dates around your trip, then compare the same baggage, connection and change conditions; holiday and school-break demand can materially change the total.
Should I book direct or via a search engine?
Compare the same flight on the airline website and a booking provider. The headline fare may omit baggage, seats or payment fees, while change and support conditions can differ. Choose only after checking the final total and who will handle disruptions.
Once you land in Phuket
Plan the rest of your Phuket trip:
Plan Phuket as one trip
Connect your beach days, base and adventures
Phuket is easier to plan when you treat its beaches, neighbourhoods and day trips as one connected route. Start with our complete Phuket travel guide, compare it with the best hotels and resorts in Phuket and use trusted tours and activities in Phuket to align the practical details.
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