Chiang Mai Airport Transfer Price: Taxi, Shared Van & Private Car
By TourKro Travel Desk · Thailand DMC & local tour operator · Updated 13 Nov 2026
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Everything about Chiang Mai Airport Transfer in one place. How to get from the airport to your hotel in Chiang Mai, how long it takes and what it costs. Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) is about 1 hour 15 minutes by air from Bangkok.
Quick facts
- Airport: Chiang Mai International (CNX), close to town
- Transfer from: ₹1,800 per car
- Closest area: Old City, 15 min
Chiang Mai Airport Transfer: airport to Chiang Mai hotels: distance and time
The airport for Chiang Mai is Chiang Mai International (CNX), close to town. Usual road distance and time to the main areas (more at rush hour):
| To | Distance | Time by car |
|---|---|---|
| Old City | 4 km | 15 min |
| Nimmanhaemin | 5 km | 15 min |
| Night Bazaar & riverside | 6 km | 20 min |
Transfer prices in Chiang Mai
Shared rides are cheapest for 1 or 2 people; a private car is priced per vehicle, so it suits families and groups.
Getting around Chiang Mai after you arrive
Red songthaews go anywhere in town for about 30 to 60 baht a person. Grab is cheap here. For Doi Suthep, Doi Inthanon and elephant sanctuaries, a tour with pickup or a private car is best.
Which area to book your hotel in
| Area | Best for | Why stay here |
|---|---|---|
| Old City | temples, first-timers | Inside the moat: Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phra Singh and the Sunday walking street are on your doorstep. |
| Nimmanhaemin | cafés, young couples | Trendy cafés, MAYA mall and One Nimman, with easy Grab rides to the Old City. |
| Night Bazaar & riverside | shopping, families | The night market every evening and riverside hotels, with Indian restaurants nearby. |
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Questions people ask
Chiang Mai airport se hotel kaise jaayein?
Sabse aasaan pre-booked transfer hai: driver naam ki board ke saath milta hai. TourKro par ₹1,800 se.
How much is a taxi from the airport in Chiang Mai?
A pre-booked ride with TourKro starts at ₹1,800 per car.
How long is the drive from the airport?
Old City: 15 min; Nimmanhaemin: 15 min; Night Bazaar & riverside: 20 min.
What if my flight is late?
Send us the flight number when you book. The driver checks the arrival time and waits; there is no extra charge for normal delays.
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Book in Chiang Mai with TourKro
Of the 4 options on this page for Chiang Mai, the lowest price today is ₹1,800 (Miracle Show VIP Seat) and the highest is ₹13,500 (01 Way Chiang Mai Hotel to Chiang Rai Airport (CEI)). The longest one takes about 5 hours; the shortest about 1 hours.
01 Way Chiang Mai Hotel to Chiang Rai Airport (CEI). What the day covers: Pickup: 01 Way Chiang Mai Hotel, Drop-off: Chiang Rai Airport. Included: Hotel pickup or drop-off.
Elephant Bamboo + Sticky Waterfall – Sic. What the day covers: ELEPHANT BAMBOO, STICKY WATERFALL. It takes about half day (about 5 hours). Included: Shared (join-in) service. Not included: Personal expenses and tips.
Sticky Waterfall (Bua Tong) Half Day 5 Hours (Private Vehicle Rental) – Ticktes by Own. Plan for the day: Non-slip limestone waterfall climb, tranquil jungle nature trails. It takes about 5 hours. Included: Private vehicle, chauffeur, fuel to Bua Tong Sticky Waterfall. Not included: Food, optional Dan Te Wa Da Cafe (80 THB), overtime (300 THB/hr).
Miracle Show VIP Seat. Plan for the day: Stage show, Music and effects. It takes about about 1 hour 30 minutes. Included: VIP Seat. Not included: Personal expenses and tips.
Where to stay in Chiang Mai
Old City for temples, Nimmanhaemin for cafes and shopping, near the Night Bazaar for markets. For a first visit, a central area is easier; for a second visit, try a quieter neighbourhood.
Know before you go to Chiang Mai
Mornings in the mountains are cold from December to February; pack a light jacket.
Pack these for Chiang Mai
- Warm layers and a windproof jacket (evenings are cold even in summer)
- Thermals, gloves and a woollen cap from November to February
- Motion-sickness tablets for winding roads
- Sunscreen and lip balm: mountain sun is strong
TourKro: Our Chiang Mai desk answers on WhatsApp every day: share your dates, budget and hotel choice. Thailand: +66 65 652 5850
Chiang Mai: cost from India (today's rates)
| 4★ hotel, per room per night | from ₹7,200 |
| Airport / city transfer | from ₹1,800 |
| City tour | from ₹450 |
| Show ticket | from ₹1,350 |
| Return flight from Delhi / Mumbai, per person | ₹16,000 – ₹30,000 |
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