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Cheapest return flight
฿26,117
Typical prices: ฿29,389-฿37,781
เอทิฮัดแอร์เวย์, Thai Airways
Thu 27/12Wed 3/1
CNX - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
฿10,156
Typical prices: ฿11,809-฿17,984
เอทิฮัดแอร์เวย์
Thu 13/12
CNX - IST • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chiang Mai and Istanbul Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Top stopover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg ฿20,876 (return)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK)
Shortest trip • 13h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chiang Mai to Istanbul (CNX-IST)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Chiang Mai to Istanbul

Sun 27 Dec - Sun 3 Jan
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20:55 - 12:50CNX  Chiang Mai-IST Istanbul
19h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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16:30 - 10:20IST  Istanbul-CNX Chiang Mai
13h 50m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
฿26,117Multiple Airlines
Mon 28 Dec - Fri 1 Jan
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20:55 - 12:50CNX  Chiang Mai-IST Istanbul
19h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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13:35 - 14:20IST  Istanbul-CNX Chiang Mai
20h 45m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
฿27,230Multiple Airlines
Sun 27 Dec - Fri 1 Jan
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20:55 - 12:50CNX  Chiang Mai-IST Istanbul
19h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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13:35 - 08:35IST  Istanbul-CNX Chiang Mai
39h 00m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Ji'an Ji An/Jing Gang Shan Kunming Changshui
฿27,466Multiple Airlines
Mon 28 Dec - Fri 1 Jan
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20:55 - 12:50CNX  Chiang Mai-IST Istanbul
19h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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13:35 - 08:35IST  Istanbul-CNX Chiang Mai
39h 00m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Ji'an Ji An/Jing Gang Shan Kunming Changshui
฿27,466Multiple Airlines
Sun 27 Dec - Sun 3 Jan
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20:55 - 12:50CNX  Chiang Mai-IST Istanbul
19h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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13:35 - 08:35IST  Istanbul-CNX Chiang Mai
39h 00m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Kunming Changshui
฿27,466Multiple Airlines
Mon 28 Dec - Fri 1 Jan
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20:55 - 12:50CNX  Chiang Mai-IST Istanbul
19h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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13:35 - 15:25IST  Istanbul-CNX Chiang Mai
21h 50m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Kunming Changshui
฿28,074Multiple Airlines
Thu 24 Dec - Thu 31 Dec
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20:55 - 12:50CNX  Chiang Mai-IST Istanbul
19h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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13:55 - 17:55IST  Istanbul-CNX Chiang Mai
24h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
฿28,175เอทิฮัดแอร์เวย์
Sun 27 Dec - Fri 1 Jan
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20:55 - 12:50CNX  Chiang Mai-IST Istanbul
19h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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16:30 - 08:45IST  Istanbul-CNX Chiang Mai
12h 15m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
฿28,310Multiple Airlines
Sun 27 Dec - Sun 3 Jan
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20:55 - 12:50CNX  Chiang Mai-IST Istanbul
19h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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13:35 - 08:35IST  Istanbul-CNX Chiang Mai
39h 00m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Ji'an Ji An/Jing Gang Shan Kunming Changshui
฿28,512Multiple Airlines
Wed 23 Dec - Fri 1 Jan
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16:30 - 08:10CNX  Chiang Mai-IST Istanbul
43h 40m2 stops Ho Chi Minh City Shanghai Pu Dong
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14:25 - 08:15IST  Istanbul-CNX Chiang Mai
37h 50m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
฿28,816Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Chiang Mai to Istanbul Airport flights

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Chiang Mai to Istanbul Airport?

เอทิฮัดแอร์เวย์ (฿28,175) offered the cheapest return ticket from Chiang Mai to Istanbul Airport in the last 5 days.

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Key details for Chiang Mai to Istanbul Airport flights

Cheapest flight

฿10,156
One-way flight from Chiang Mai to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from Chiang Mai to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chiang Mai to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chiang Mai to Istanbul Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Chiang Mai to Istanbul Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Chiang Mai to Istanbul Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Chiang Mai to Istanbul Airport?

    A direct flight from Chiang Mai to Istanbul Airport takes 00m, covering 11,278 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chiang Mai to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chiang Mai to Istanbul Airport flight?

    Return flights from Chiang Mai to Istanbul Airport range from ฿29,389 to ฿37,781, with an average of ฿34,921 over the past 12 months. Anything below ฿29,389 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Chiang Mai to Istanbul Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ฿26,117 to ฿64,043. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chiang Mai to Istanbul Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chiang Mai to Istanbul Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ฿11,192, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around ฿354 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • CIRCULAR
    • Avec Car Rental
    • Ok Mobility
    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chiang Mai to Istanbul Airport?

    Flights from Chiang Mai to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Chiang Mai (CNX) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chiang Mai to Istanbul Airport pass through?

    Connecting flights from Chiang Mai to Istanbul Airport most commonly pass through:

    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) – 95% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 5% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chiang Mai to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Chiang Mai to Istanbul Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at ฿29,390 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at ฿42,920, a difference of ฿13,531.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Chiang Mai to Istanbul Airport?

    Flying via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 47m, compared to 13h 15m via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK).

  • What is the time difference between Chiang Mai and Istanbul Airport?

    Istanbul Airport is 4 hours behind Chiang Mai (Turkey Time vs Indochina Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Istanbul Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Ayasofya, and Sultan Ahmet Camii. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Chiang Mai to Istanbul Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average ฿29,390, about ฿13,531 less than Thursday fares (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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