Flights Chiang Mai to Yangon (CNX-RGN): Airlines, THB Fares | May 2026

Flights Chiang Mai → Yangon (CNX-RGN) — THB Fares, Airlines, Frequency

Chiang Mai to Yangon is a short cross-border route between northern Thailand and Myanmar’s largest city. Chiang Mai and the Myanmar regions across the border share long historical and cultural ties, and the route carries business travellers, visitors to Yangon’s Buddhist sites, and people with the family and trade connections that run through the region. Around 7 flights a week — roughly daily — keep it steady.

Block time is only about an hour. The two regions share a related Theravada Buddhist culture, which gives travel between them a familiar rather than foreign feel.

Airlines on this route

Thai AirAsia operates Chiang Mai–Yangon. As the carrier on this route it sets the schedule and the cabin, on a low-cost model where checked baggage, seat selection and meals are charged separately. On a one-hour flight many travellers fly with cabin baggage only; when comparing fares, the figure that matters is the total once whatever you need to check is added.

THB fares

CNX-RGN fares are reasonable and fairly steady given the short distance and the roughly daily schedule, firming around regional holidays and festival periods. A two-to-five-week booking window usually lands a good THB price, and mid-week travel is softer than weekends. For a hop this short, travelling light and staying flexible on the day are the simplest ways to keep the fare low.

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About Yangon

Yangon, the destination of this route, is Myanmar’s largest city — a place of broad tree-lined streets, colonial-era architecture and a deep Buddhist heritage, with the great gilded Shwedagon Pagoda as its landmark. For travellers from Chiang Mai it is a close, familiar destination: the shared Theravada Buddhist culture makes its temples and rhythms recognisable, and the city also serves as the entry point for travel onward across Myanmar.

FAQ

Which airlines fly Chiang Mai to Yangon? Direct CNX-RGN flights are operated by Thai AirAsia. Compare baggage allowance, fares and schedules in the carrier table above.

How long is the CNX-RGN flight and how often does it run? Block time is about 1.0 hours. The CNX-RGN route runs roughly 7 flights per week across all carriers.

How far ahead should I book CNX-RGN for the best fare? Booking 4-8 weeks ahead for regular dates, and 10-14 weeks for peak periods (Songkran, New Year, Hajj/Umrah season), typically saves 15-30%. See the month-by-month fare heatmap above.

What is the checked baggage allowance on CNX-RGN? It varies by carrier and fare class — full-service carriers on this route usually include 20-30 kg, while low-cost carriers sell it as an add-on. Confirm the current policy on the airline’s site before booking.

Do Thai passport holders need a visa for Myanmar? visa-on-arrival when borders open. Check the latest requirements with the embassy or mfa.go.th before booking.

Related routes

• CNX airport
• RGN airport