Flying from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Athens is five hours behind Chiang Mai and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you catch your CNX to ATH flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to discover a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chiang Mai International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Incheon International Airport is a popular stop between CNX and ATH.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
₹ 35,077 is the lowest price for a one-way Chiang Mai International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Return flights start from ₹ 82,994. These prices may change depending on demand.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from CNX to ATH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from CNX to ATH.
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Handy information about Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Of the departures from Chiang Mai International Airport, 76.37% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Chiang Mai to Chiang Mai International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to CNX:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Chiang Mai International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and explore beyond Athens's main sights.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport about three weeks ahead.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
From Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Athens is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 1 hour to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Athens based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Athens during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 37ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CNX to ATH sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
You've seen Athens, now it's time to discover more of Greece. Journey around 306 kilometres north to Thessaloniki to tick off its popular sights. From Arch of Galerius to Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens, Larisa is another essential stop in Greece. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.