Which airports can I use when flying from San José to Chiang Mai?

Flights from San José to Chiang Mai usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Chiang Mai (CNX).

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.

Do I need a passport to fly from San José 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 San José 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 ฿41,242 to ฿102,430. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from San José to Chiang Mai looking right now?

One-way fares from San José to Chiang Mai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ฿28,307, which is 18% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between San José and Chiang Mai?

Chiang Mai is 13 hours ahead of San José (Indochina Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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Tue 6 Apr - Sun 25 Apr

00:45 - 10:25SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CNX Chiang Mai

44h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

11:35 - 22:57CNX Chiang Mai-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

48h 22m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles

฿41,242Multiple Airlines

Sun 28 Feb - Fri 19 Mar

01:45 - 10:35SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CNX Chiang Mai

43h 50m2 stops Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

11:50 - 08:35CNX Chiang Mai-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

33h 45m3 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl Guatemala City La Aurora

฿45,494Multiple Airlines

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05:35 - 10:35SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CNX Chiang Mai

40h 00m3 stops Guatemala City La Aurora Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

11:50 - 08:35CNX Chiang Mai-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

33h 45m3 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl Guatemala City La Aurora

฿46,034Multiple Airlines

Tue 6 Apr - Sun 25 Apr

00:45 - 10:25SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CNX Chiang Mai

44h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

11:35 - 08:30CNX Chiang Mai-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

33h 55m3 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl Guatemala City La Aurora

฿46,642Multiple Airlines

Mon 11 Jan - Sat 30 Jan

01:23 - 10:35SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CNX Chiang Mai

44h 12m2 stops Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

11:50 - 08:35CNX Chiang Mai-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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฿47,587Multiple Airlines

Mon 11 Jan - Sat 30 Jan

01:23 - 10:35SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CNX Chiang Mai

44h 12m2 stops Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

11:50 - 23:25CNX Chiang Mai-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

48h 35m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles

฿50,793Multiple Airlines

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16:35 - 10:25SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CNX Chiang Mai

52h 50m3 stops Guatemala City La Aurora New York John F Kennedy Intl Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

11:35 - 08:30CNX Chiang Mai-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

33h 55m3 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl Guatemala City La Aurora

฿52,514Multiple Airlines

Wed 13 Jan - Sun 31 Jan

01:23 - 10:35SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CNX Chiang Mai

44h 12m2 stops Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

11:50 - 08:35CNX Chiang Mai-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

33h 45m3 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl Guatemala City La Aurora

฿52,818Multiple Airlines

Wed 13 Jan - Sun 31 Jan

01:23 - 10:35SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CNX Chiang Mai

44h 12m2 stops Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

11:50 - 23:25CNX Chiang Mai-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

48h 35m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles

฿53,527Multiple Airlines

Wed 11 Nov - Thu 26 Nov

01:46 - 14:20SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CNX Chiang Mai

47h 34m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong

15:35 - 23:51CNX Chiang Mai-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

45h 16m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Los Angeles

฿61,222Multiple Airlines

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Do I need a passport to fly from San José 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 San José 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 ฿41,242 to ฿102,430. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San José to Chiang Mai looking right now?
One-way fares from San José to Chiang Mai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ฿28,307, which is 18% above the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from San José to Chiang Mai?
Flights from San José to Chiang Mai usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Chiang Mai (CNX).
What is the time difference between San José and Chiang Mai?
Chiang Mai is 13 hours ahead of San José (Indochina Time vs Central 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.

If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chiang Mai Airport.

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

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