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Cheapest return flight
฿16,457
Typical prices: ฿18,018-฿31,322
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Sat 6/10Fri 19/10
MEL - CNX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
฿8,724
Typical prices: ฿8,819-฿17,500
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Sat 13/10
MEL - CNX • 1 stop
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne Airport and Chiang Mai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 39% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg ฿21,904 (return)
Shortest trip • 12h 51m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Chiang Mai (MEL-CNX)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Chiang Mai

Tue 6 Oct - Mon 19 Oct
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01:30 - 15:10MEL  Melbourne-CNX Chiang Mai
17h 40m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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15:40 - 00:15CNX  Chiang Mai-MEL Melbourne
28h 35m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
฿16,457Multiple Airlines
Sat 7 Nov - Sun 15 Nov
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06:15 - 14:40MEL  Melbourne-CNX Chiang Mai
12h 25m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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09:10 - 05:00CNX  Chiang Mai-MEL Melbourne
15h 50m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
฿16,622Multiple Airlines
Thu 15 Oct - Mon 26 Oct
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22:45 - 15:10MEL  Melbourne-CNX Chiang Mai
20h 25m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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12:05 - 21:20CNX  Chiang Mai-MEL Melbourne
29h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi
฿17,779Multiple Airlines
Sat 24 Oct - Sun 1 Nov
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01:30 - 15:30MEL  Melbourne-CNX Chiang Mai
18h 00m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
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16:30 - 23:35CNX  Chiang Mai-MEL Melbourne
27h 05m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
฿18,506VietJet Air
Mon 19 Oct - Fri 23 Oct
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06:15 - 15:10MEL  Melbourne-CNX Chiang Mai
12h 55m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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14:30 - 21:20CNX  Chiang Mai-MEL Melbourne
26h 50m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Singapore Changi
฿18,605Multiple Airlines
Mon 19 Oct - Wed 28 Oct
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06:15 - 15:10MEL  Melbourne-CNX Chiang Mai
12h 55m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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16:30 - 23:35CNX  Chiang Mai-MEL Melbourne
27h 05m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
฿18,704Multiple Airlines
Mon 19 Oct - Fri 23 Oct
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06:15 - 15:10MEL  Melbourne-CNX Chiang Mai
12h 55m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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14:30 - 10:25CNX  Chiang Mai-MEL Melbourne
15h 55m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
฿18,803Multiple Airlines
Mon 19 Oct - Mon 19 Oct
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06:15 - 15:10MEL  Melbourne-CNX Chiang Mai
12h 55m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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17:35 - 21:00CNX  Chiang Mai-MEL Melbourne
23h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi
฿18,935Multiple Airlines
Fri 23 Oct - Fri 30 Oct
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14:00 - 21:50MEL  Melbourne-CNX Chiang Mai
35h 50m2 stops Singapore Changi Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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07:05 - 21:20CNX  Chiang Mai-MEL Melbourne
34h 15m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Singapore Changi
฿19,067Multiple Airlines
Wed 14 Oct - Sat 24 Oct
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13:00 - 07:55MEL  Melbourne-CNX Chiang Mai
22h 55m2 stops Singapore Changi Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
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22:30 - 10:25CNX  Chiang Mai-MEL Melbourne
31h 55m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
฿19,860Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Chiang Mai flights

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

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chiang Mai and is 12% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 9% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chiang Mai?

  • August is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chiang Mai at ฿16,126 return.
  • December (฿36,020) and April (฿30,435) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 123% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Melbourne Airport to Chiang Mai the cheapest?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Chiang Mai are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Melbourne Airport to Chiang Mai flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

฿8,724
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 27% lower on average.
Flights from Melbourne Airport to Chiang Mai

When to book flights from Melbourne to Chiang Mai

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

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

  • What are the different flight routes offered by airlines between Melbourne Airport and Chiang Mai Airport?

    There currently are no direct flights offered between Melbourne Airport and Chiang Mai Airport; flights between the two cities typically require at least one stopover along the way. If you’re travelling with China Southern, your flights will usually have a single layover at Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN). Flights with Qantas Airways and Thai Airways may require two stops along the route in Sydney and Bangkok, while Thai Airways also offers flights with a single layover at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) before heading to Chiang Mai.

  • How do I get from Chiang Mai Airport to the city centre?

    You will find several transport options available from the airport to the city centre. Transport service counters can be found on the first floor opposite the domestic and international arrivals lounge. A taxi will typically cost around ฿160 (A$ 6) and will take around 15min. If you’re comfortable taking the local bus, you can expect to pay around ฿20 (A$ 0.90). You can also rely on local taxi apps, which will have a similar cost to the airport taxi.

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

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Chiang Mai usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Chiang Mai (CNX).

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

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

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

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

    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) – 37% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 32% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 4% of one-stop connections

    Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Melbourne Airport to Chiang Mai route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 20%. Sunday is the cheapest day at ฿23,297 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at ฿28,882 – a ฿5,585 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chiang Mai?

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

  • How expensive are last-minute Melbourne Airport to Chiang Mai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 15% above the route average of ฿26,471. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Chiang Mai takes 0h 00m, covering 12,700 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne 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.

  • Have flight prices from Melbourne 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 ฿16,457 to ฿81,866. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Chiang Mai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ฿10,019, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 51m, compared to 14h 08m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) and 15h 39m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

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

    Chiang Mai is 3 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Indochina Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

    Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around ฿411 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Drive Car Rental
    • Alamo
    • Sixt
    • Hertz
    • Yesaway

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

    Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Chiang Mai range from ฿18,018 to ฿31,322, with an average of ฿26,471 over the past 12 months. Anything below ฿18,018 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Melbourne 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 Sunday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average ฿23,297 – about ฿5,585 less than Saturday (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Chiang Mai trip for August. Fares historically average ฿16,126 return in that month – typically ฿19,894 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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
    - 99 The Gallery Hotel
  • If you’re travelling with a hidden disability, you can find assistance offered at Melbourne International Airport (MEL). Contact the airport before your arrival and request a lanyard that can be worn to show the staff that you require assistance with a disability.
  • There is a children’s play area located in Terminal 2 of Melbourne Airport, opposite Gate 15b, where the kids can spend time expending some energy.
  • If you’re looking to rent a car from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX), you will find several rental companies available. You can book these rentals ahead of time to be more efficient or arrange a rental at the Arrivals terminal at the airport when you arrive.
  • There are a variety of hotels located nearby Chiang Mai Airport, such as the Vila Villa Resort in Town or the 3B Boutique Hotel, both within 1 km of the airport.

More options for your flight from Melbourne to Chiang Mai

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