Chiang Mai to Phuket flights
Direct and connecting flights from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Phuket International Airport (HKT) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Chiang Mai to Phuket take?
Flight time from Chiang Mai (CNX) to Phuket (HKT) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Chiang Mai to Phuket?
Airline availability for CNX to HKT changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Chiang Mai to Phuket?
Direct (nonstop) availability on CNX to HKT varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Bangkok Airways5-yr attributed events: 2Last 90 days: none recorded
- Thai AirAsia5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Bangkok Airways | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Thai AirAsia | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning CNX → HKT
CNX to HKT is a short-haul route of 1,187 km (738 mi). See the return HKT → CNX route.
Alternative airports near Chiang Mai: Lampang (LPT) — 79 km, Pai (PYY) — 87 km, Mae Hong Son (HGN) — 120 km.
Alternative airports near Phuket: Krabi (KBV) — 74 km.