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Flights from Istanbul to Chiang Mai

There are no direct flights from Istanbul to Chiang Mai. The easiest way is one stop via Bangkok or Hong Kong, about 12h 38m door to door.

No direct flights · 3 connection options From 12h 38m
ISTCNXBKK

Istanbul to Chiang Mai at a glance

Fastest journey12h 38mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Bangkok or Hong Kong

Best ways to fly from Istanbul to Chiang Mai

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
IST Bangkok (BKK) CNX
Leg 1: Turkish Airlines · Leg 2: Thai AirAsia, Thai Vietjet, Bangkok Airways
Same alliance ~12h 38m
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2
IST Hong Kong (HKG) CNX
Leg 1: Turkish Airlines · Leg 2: HK Express, Spring Airlines
Self-transfer likely ~15h 32m
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3
IST Xian (XIY) CNX
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, Turkish Airlines · Leg 2: Sichuan Airlines, Spring Airlines
Self-transfer likely ~14h 31m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
6,991 km4,341 miles
Journey time
12h 38mestimate
Time difference
+4hChiang Mai vs Istanbul
Currency in Chiang Mai
THB
Airports
IST, SAW → CNX

Flights from Istanbul to Chiang Mai: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Chiang Mai?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Bangkok, Hong Kong and Xian. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Chiang Mai?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 12h 38m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 6,991 km.
Where do you change planes between Istanbul and Chiang Mai?
The best connecting points are Bangkok (BKK), Hong Kong (HKG) and Xian (XIY). Compare one-ticket itineraries with self-transfer options in the search.
Which airports serve Istanbul and Chiang Mai?
Istanbul: İstanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW). Chiang Mai: Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX).
What is the time difference between Istanbul and Chiang Mai?
Chiang Mai is 4 hours ahead of Istanbul.

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