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Cheapest return flight
฿21,888
Typical prices: ฿27,174-฿30,614
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Fri 16/11Tue 20/11
IST - CNX • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
฿11,856
Typical prices: ฿14,607-฿21,354
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Tue 6/2
IST - CNX • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Istanbul Airport and Chiang Mai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 34% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg ฿22,081 (return)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK)
Shortest trip • 13h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Chiang Mai (IST-CNX)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Istanbul to Chiang Mai

Mon 16 Nov - Fri 20 Nov
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06:30 - 19:00IST  Istanbul-CNX Chiang Mai
32h 30m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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06:35 - 05:30CNX  Chiang Mai-IST Istanbul
26h 55m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Manama Bahrain Intl
฿21,888Multiple Airlines
Wed 9 Dec - Sat 9 Jan
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14:55 - 21:50IST  Istanbul-CNX Chiang Mai
26h 55m1 stop Beijing Capital
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23:05 - 08:20CNX  Chiang Mai-IST Istanbul
37h 15m1 stop Beijing Capital
฿22,090Air China
Thu 4 Mar - Tue 16 Mar
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06:30 - 14:40IST  Istanbul-CNX Chiang Mai
28h 10m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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20:55 - 12:50CNX  Chiang Mai-IST Istanbul
19h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
฿23,070Multiple Airlines
Thu 4 Mar - Tue 16 Mar
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06:30 - 16:25IST  Istanbul-CNX Chiang Mai
29h 55m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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20:55 - 12:50CNX  Chiang Mai-IST Istanbul
19h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
฿23,171Multiple Airlines
Thu 4 Mar - Tue 16 Mar
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06:30 - 14:40IST  Istanbul-CNX Chiang Mai
28h 10m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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20:55 - 12:50CNX  Chiang Mai-IST Istanbul
19h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
฿23,408Multiple Airlines
Thu 4 Mar - Tue 16 Mar
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06:30 - 14:40IST  Istanbul-CNX Chiang Mai
28h 10m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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20:55 - 12:50CNX  Chiang Mai-IST Istanbul
19h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
฿23,475Multiple Airlines
Thu 4 Mar - Tue 16 Mar
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06:30 - 14:40IST  Istanbul-CNX Chiang Mai
28h 10m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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20:55 - 12:50CNX  Chiang Mai-IST Istanbul
19h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
฿23,543Multiple Airlines
Mon 16 Nov - Fri 20 Nov
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14:10 - 13:35IST  Istanbul-CNX Chiang Mai
19h 25m2 stops Kuwait City Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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23:05 - 08:20CNX  Chiang Mai-IST Istanbul
37h 15m1 stop Beijing Capital
฿24,049Multiple Airlines
Thu 4 Mar - Tue 16 Mar
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15:15 - 08:25IST  Istanbul-CNX Chiang Mai
13h 10m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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22:10 - 12:35CNX  Chiang Mai-IST Istanbul
18h 25m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
฿24,286Multiple Airlines
Thu 4 Mar - Tue 16 Mar
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15:15 - 07:50IST  Istanbul-CNX Chiang Mai
12h 35m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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22:10 - 12:35CNX  Chiang Mai-IST Istanbul
18h 25m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
฿24,320Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Istanbul Airport to Chiang Mai flights

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

Air China (฿22,090) offered the cheapest return ticket from Istanbul Airport to Chiang Mai in the last 5 days.

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Key details for Istanbul Airport to Chiang Mai flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

฿11,856
Beat the crowds with an average 64% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 32% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Istanbul Airport to Chiang Mai

When to book flights from Istanbul to Chiang Mai

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

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

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

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

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

    Return flights from Istanbul Airport to Chiang Mai range from ฿27,174 to ฿30,614, with an average of ฿28,707 over the past 12 months. Anything below ฿27,174 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Istanbul Airport 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 ฿21,888 to ฿123,499. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Istanbul Airport to Chiang Mai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ฿12,626, which is 27% 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 ฿420 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

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

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

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

    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) – 86% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 14% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Chiang Mai. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at ฿27,191 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at ฿33,203, a difference of ฿6,012.

    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 Istanbul Airport to Chiang Mai?

    Flying via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 22m, compared to 22h 31m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Chiang Mai?

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

Your guide to booking Istanbul Airport 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average ฿27,191, which is about ฿6,012 less than Monday fares (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Istanbul Airport to Chiang Mai trip for February. Fares historically average ฿18,915 return in that month – typically ฿18,983 less than the most expensive month, which is May (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.

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

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