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Cheapest return flight
฿5,635
Typical prices: ฿7,637-฿12,046
VietJet Air
Tue 6/11Thu 8/11
SGN - CNX • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
฿2,583
Typical prices: ฿3,820-฿6,505
VietJet Air
Fri 21/12
SGN - CNX • Direct
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You can fly direct with VietJet Air. Average duration is 2h 05m
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Cheapest • 29% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg ฿9,665 (return)
Shortest trip • 5h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai (SGN-CNX)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai

Fri 6 Nov - Sun 8 Nov
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13:25 - 15:30SGN  Ho Chi Minh City-CNX Chiang Mai
2h 05mdirect
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16:30 - 18:45CNX  Chiang Mai-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
2h 15mdirect
฿5,635VietJet Air
Fri 6 Nov - Mon 9 Nov
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13:25 - 15:30SGN  Ho Chi Minh City-CNX Chiang Mai
2h 05mdirect
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16:30 - 18:45CNX  Chiang Mai-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
2h 15mdirect
฿5,669VietJet Air
Fri 30 Oct - Sun 1 Nov
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13:25 - 15:30SGN  Ho Chi Minh City-CNX Chiang Mai
2h 05mdirect
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16:30 - 18:45CNX  Chiang Mai-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
2h 15mdirect
฿5,702VietJet Air
Fri 30 Oct - Sun 1 Nov
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13:25 - 15:30SGN  Ho Chi Minh City-CNX Chiang Mai
2h 05mdirect
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16:30 - 18:45CNX  Chiang Mai-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
2h 15mdirect
฿5,769VietJet Air
Fri 6 Nov - Sun 15 Nov
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13:25 - 15:30SGN  Ho Chi Minh City-CNX Chiang Mai
2h 05mdirect
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16:30 - 18:45CNX  Chiang Mai-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
2h 15mdirect
฿5,903VietJet Air
Fri 6 Nov - Sun 8 Nov
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13:25 - 15:30SGN  Ho Chi Minh City-CNX Chiang Mai
2h 05mdirect
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16:30 - 18:45CNX  Chiang Mai-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
2h 15mdirect
฿5,937VietJet Air
Wed 10 Mar - Wed 24 Mar
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13:25 - 15:30SGN  Ho Chi Minh City-CNX Chiang Mai
2h 05mdirect
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16:30 - 18:45CNX  Chiang Mai-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
2h 15mdirect
฿5,970VietJet Air
Fri 6 Nov - Sun 8 Nov
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13:25 - 15:30SGN  Ho Chi Minh City-CNX Chiang Mai
2h 05mdirect
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16:30 - 18:45CNX  Chiang Mai-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
2h 15mdirect
฿6,004VietJet Air
Fri 6 Nov - Sun 8 Nov
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13:25 - 15:30SGN  Ho Chi Minh City-CNX Chiang Mai
2h 05mdirect
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16:30 - 18:45CNX  Chiang Mai-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
2h 15mdirect
฿6,037VietJet Air
Mon 30 Nov - Mon 7 Dec
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13:25 - 15:30SGN  Ho Chi Minh City-CNX Chiang Mai
2h 05mdirect
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16:30 - 18:45CNX  Chiang Mai-SGN Ho Chi Minh City
2h 15mdirect
฿6,105VietJet Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai?

Return flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai typically range from ฿7,637 to ฿12,046. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ฿5,635 on VietJet Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 26% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai at ฿6,708 return.
•June (฿13,417) and May (฿12,511) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 100% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 54% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 90% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai

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

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai:

    • Earliest: departs at 13:25 and lands at 15:30
    • Latest: departs at 13:25 and lands at 15:30.

    The flight takes about 2h 05m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai.

  • How long is a flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai?

    A direct flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai takes 2h 05m, covering 1,945 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai?

    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 Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai flight?

    Return flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai range from ฿7,637 to ฿12,046, with an average of ฿9,465 over the past 12 months. Anything below ฿7,637 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average ฿6,759 return, compared with ฿9,665 via a stopover through Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK).

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge ฿935–฿1,914 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by VietJet Air and FlexFlight. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai 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 ฿5,635 to ฿49,272. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ฿2,760, which is 42% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)?

    Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around ฿417 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Drive Car Rental
    • Alamo
    • Sixt
    • Yesaway
    • ASAP Car Rentals

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai?

    Flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai usually depart from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) and arrive at Chiang Mai (CNX).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai pass through?

    Connecting flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai most commonly pass through:

    • Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK) – 51% of one-stop connections
    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) – 49% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at ฿8,419 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at ฿11,941, a difference of ฿3,522.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai?

    Only VietJet Air operates flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Chiang Mai.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai?

    Flying via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 24m, compared to 5h 37m via Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK).

  • What popular places can I visit in Chiang Mai?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chiang Mai are Tha Phae Gate, Chiang Mai Gate, and Chang Puak Gate. These are among the most viewed places in Chiang Mai on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • VietJet Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Hahn Air Systems: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • A.P.G.: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average ฿8,419, about ฿3,522 less than Friday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai trip for October. Fares historically average ฿6,708 return in that month – typically ฿6,708 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chiang Mai Airport.

    • Le Naview @Prasingh
    • Bodhi Serene, Chiang Mai
    • De Lanna Hotel

Prefer to fly direct from Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Chiang Mai Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Ho Chi Minh City to Chiang Mai

Monday

VietJet Air

VietJet Air

Wednesday

VietJet Air

VietJet Air

Friday

VietJet Air

VietJet Air

Sunday

VietJet Air

VietJet Air

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Direct returns

Chiang Mai to Ho Chi Minh City

Monday

VietJet Air

VietJet Air

Wednesday

VietJet Air

VietJet Air

Friday

VietJet Air

VietJet Air

Sunday

VietJet Air

VietJet Air

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