Getting to Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai International (CNX) is 10 km from the old town — fixed-fare taxis and Grab.

Airports

Single terminal

Domestic and international in one building — compact.

Into the centre

Typical door-to-door options — verify fares locally before you travel.

CNX → Old City
Fixed taxi ~150 THB or Grab — no rail link.
€4–8
Red songthaew
Shared pick-ups on fixed routes — flag down in old town.
€0.50–2
Bicycle rental
Flat old town grid — heat limits midday rides.
€3–5/day
Doi Suthep songthaew
Shared from Chiang Mai University gate — wait to fill.
€2–4

Worth knowing

  • Burning season (Feb–Apr) can cancel mountain views — check air quality before booking treks.

Common questions

CNX to old town time?+

20–35 minutes by car — night market area is walkable once checked in.

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Costs are research-based estimates, not live prices — verify before booking.