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Cheapest return flight
฿7,644
Typical prices: ฿6,743-฿10,721
Thai AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines
Wed 10/10Sat 20/10
CNX - PEN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
฿4,052
Typical prices: ฿3,710-฿6,196
Thai AirAsia
Fri 16/2
CNX - PEN • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chiang Mai and Penang. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 31% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK)
Cheapest • Avg ฿8,518 (return)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK)
Shortest trip • 4h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chiang Mai to Penang (CNX-PEN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Chiang Mai to Penang

Sat 10 Oct - Tue 20 Oct
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12:00 - 18:25CNX  Chiang Mai-PEN Penang Intl
5h 25m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
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21:20 - 11:40PEN  Penang Intl-CNX Chiang Mai
15h 20m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
฿7,644Multiple Airlines
Tue 27 Oct - Tue 3 Nov
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09:10 - 13:10CNX  Chiang Mai-PEN Penang Intl
27h 00m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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16:55 - 22:50PEN  Penang Intl-CNX Chiang Mai
6h 55m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
฿7,776Multiple Airlines
Sun 11 Oct - Tue 20 Oct
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08:10 - 18:25CNX  Chiang Mai-PEN Penang Intl
9h 15m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
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21:20 - 11:40PEN  Penang Intl-CNX Chiang Mai
15h 20m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
฿7,776Multiple Airlines
Sun 11 Oct - Wed 21 Oct
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08:10 - 18:25CNX  Chiang Mai-PEN Penang Intl
9h 15m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
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06:30 - 11:40PEN  Penang Intl-CNX Chiang Mai
6h 10m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
฿7,776Multiple Airlines
Sat 10 Oct - Wed 21 Oct
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12:00 - 18:25CNX  Chiang Mai-PEN Penang Intl
5h 25m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
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06:30 - 11:40PEN  Penang Intl-CNX Chiang Mai
6h 10m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
฿7,874Multiple Airlines
Sat 10 Oct - Tue 20 Oct
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12:00 - 18:25CNX  Chiang Mai-PEN Penang Intl
5h 25m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
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21:20 - 11:40PEN  Penang Intl-CNX Chiang Mai
15h 20m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
฿8,039Multiple Airlines
Sun 11 Oct - Wed 21 Oct
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08:10 - 18:25CNX  Chiang Mai-PEN Penang Intl
9h 15m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
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06:30 - 11:40PEN  Penang Intl-CNX Chiang Mai
6h 10m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
฿8,072Multiple Airlines
Sun 11 Oct - Tue 20 Oct
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08:10 - 18:25CNX  Chiang Mai-PEN Penang Intl
9h 15m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
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21:20 - 11:40PEN  Penang Intl-CNX Chiang Mai
15h 20m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
฿8,072Multiple Airlines
Sat 10 Oct - Thu 22 Oct
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12:00 - 18:25CNX  Chiang Mai-PEN Penang Intl
5h 25m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
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14:05 - 18:35PEN  Penang Intl-CNX Chiang Mai
5h 30m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
฿8,566Thai AirAsia
Sat 10 Oct - Mon 19 Oct
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12:00 - 18:25CNX  Chiang Mai-PEN Penang Intl
5h 25m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
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18:55 - 22:25PEN  Penang Intl-CNX Chiang Mai
4h 30m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
฿8,566Thai AirAsia
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Chiang Mai to Penang flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chiang Mai to Penang?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chiang Mai to Penang and is 32% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 54% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Chiang Mai to Penang flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

฿4,052
Best time to beat the crowds (31% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Chiang Mai to Penang

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chiang Mai to Penang 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 Penang flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Chiang Mai to Penang usually depart from Chiang Mai (CNX) and arrive at Penang Intl (PEN).

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

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

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

    One-stop flights from Chiang Mai to Penang most commonly connect through:

    • Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK) – 66% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 26% of one-stop connections
    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) – 8% of one-stop connections

    Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 56% on the Chiang Mai to Penang route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at ฿5,469 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at ฿12,289, a difference of ฿6,820. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Chiang Mai to Penang?

    A direct flight from Chiang Mai to Penang takes 0h 00m, covering 2,420 km.

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

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Chiang Mai to Penang 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 ฿7,644 to ฿62,072. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Chiang Mai to Penang are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ฿4,181, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 23m, compared to 5h 59m via Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK) and 8h 10m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

  • What is the time difference between Chiang Mai and Penang?

    Penang is 1 hour ahead of Chiang Mai (Malaysia Time vs Indochina Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Penang Intl Airport (PEN)?

    Penang Intl Airport (PEN) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around ฿481 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Paradise
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Galaxy Asia Car Rental
    • keddy by Europcar
    • Suria Car Rental

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

    Return flights from Chiang Mai to Penang range from ฿6,743 to ฿10,721, with an average of ฿7,966 over the past 12 months. Anything below ฿6,743 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Chiang Mai to Penang 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 Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average ฿5,469 – about ฿6,820 less than Sunday (55% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chiang Mai to Penang trip for September. Fares historically average ฿5,469 return in that month – typically ฿10,807 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).

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