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Connecting route · Saudi Arabia → Thailand

Flights from Riyadh to Chiang Mai

There are no direct flights from Riyadh to Chiang Mai. The easiest way is one stop via Bangkok or Phuket, about 11h 28m door to door.

No direct flights · 2 connection options From 11h 28m
RUHCNXBKK

Riyadh to Chiang Mai at a glance

Fastest journey11h 28mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Bangkok or Phuket

Best ways to fly from Riyadh 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
RUH Bangkok (BKK) CNX
Leg 1: Riyadh Air, Saudia · Leg 2: Thai AirAsia, Thai Vietjet, Bangkok Airways
Self-transfer likely ~11h 28m
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2
RUH Phuket (HKT) CNX
Leg 1: Saudia · Leg 2: Thai AirAsia
Self-transfer likely ~12h 12m
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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
5,409 km3,359 miles
Journey time
11h 28mestimate
Time difference
+4hChiang Mai vs Riyadh
Currency in Chiang Mai
THB
Airports
RUH → CNX

Flights from Riyadh to Chiang Mai: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Riyadh to Chiang Mai?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Bangkok and Phuket. Most connections mean separate tickets, so leave plenty of time to collect bags and check in again.
How long is the flight from Riyadh to Chiang Mai?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 11h 28m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 5,409 km.
Where do you change planes between Riyadh and Chiang Mai?
The best connecting points are Bangkok (BKK) and Phuket (HKT). Compare one-ticket itineraries with self-transfer options in the search.
Which airports serve Riyadh and Chiang Mai?
Riyadh: King Khalid International Airport (RUH). Chiang Mai: Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX).
What is the time difference between Riyadh and Chiang Mai?
Chiang Mai is 4 hours ahead of Riyadh.

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