What is the best way to travel from Phuket to Chiang Mai?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Chiang Mai from Phuket?
You can get to Chiang Mai with just $39 by taking a Flight from Thai Vietjet Air, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Nok Air4h 25m06:35 AMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport11:00 AMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Nok Air goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/20/2026 6:35:00 AM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/20/2026 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
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Thai Vietjet Air2h 15m01:25 PMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport3:40 PMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai Vietjet Air goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/20/2026 1:25:00 PM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/20/2026 3:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 15m
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Thai AirAsia23h 25m011:10 PMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport10:35 PMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai AirAsia goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/20/2026 11:10:00 PM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/21/2026 10:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 25m
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Thai Lion Air9h 15m010:05 PMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport7:20 AMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai Lion Air goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/20/2026 10:05:00 PM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/21/2026 7:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 15m
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Hahn Air Lines2h 5m08:15 AMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport10:20 AMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Hahn Air Lines goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/20/2026 8:15:00 AM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/20/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $122 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 5m
Cheapest Flights Friday
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Thai Vietjet Air2h 5m08:15 AMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport10:20 AMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai Vietjet Air goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/22/2026 8:15:00 AM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/22/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 5m
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Nok Air12h 55m09:35 PMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport10:30 AMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Nok Air goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/22/2026 9:35:00 PM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/23/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 55m
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Thai Lion Air12h 25m010:05 PMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport10:30 AMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai Lion Air goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/22/2026 10:05:00 PM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/23/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m
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Thai AirAsia11h 20m011:10 PMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport10:30 AMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai AirAsia goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/22/2026 11:10:00 PM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/23/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $72 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 20m
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Hahn Air Lines2h 5m08:15 AMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport10:20 AMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Hahn Air Lines goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/22/2026 8:15:00 AM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/22/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 5m
Cheapest Flights Sunday
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Thai Vietjet Air2h 5m08:15 AMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport10:20 AMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai Vietjet Air goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/23/2026 8:15:00 AM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/23/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 5m
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Nok Air8h 15m06:45 AMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport3:00 PMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Nok Air goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/23/2026 6:45:00 AM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/23/2026 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 15m
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Thai Lion Air9h 15m010:05 PMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport7:20 AMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai Lion Air goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/23/2026 10:05:00 PM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/24/2026 7:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 15m
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Thai AirAsia6h 0m06:30 AMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport12:30 PMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai AirAsia goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/23/2026 6:30:00 AM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/23/2026 12:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Hahn Air Lines2h 5m08:15 AMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport10:20 AMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Hahn Air Lines goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/23/2026 8:15:00 AM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/23/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 5m
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GreenBus24h 35m01:00 PMPhuketBus Terminal 21:35 PMChiang MaiArcade Bus Station0BusinessA Bus from GreenBus goes from Bus Terminal 2, Phuket (Thailand) at 3/23/2026 1:00:00 PM to Arcade Bus Station, Chiang Mai (Thailand) arriving at 3/24/2026 1:35:00 PM. 50 Business ticket for $91 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 35m
Cheapest Flights Monday
Cheapest Buses Monday
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GreenBus01:00 PMPhuketBus Terminal 1Chiang MaiArcade Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from GreenBus goes from Bus Terminal 1, Phuket (Thailand) at 3/24/2026 1:00:00 PM to Arcade Bus Station, Chiang Mai (Thailand) arriving at 1/1/0001 12:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $85 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 0m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
What are the fastest trips from Phuket to Chiang Mai?
You can get to Chiang Mai from Phuket in just 2h 5m with a Flight from Hahn Air Lines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Hahn Air Lines2h 5m08:15 AMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport10:20 AMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Hahn Air Lines goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/20/2026 8:15:00 AM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/20/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $122 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 5m
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Thai Vietjet Air2h 15m01:25 PMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport3:40 PMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai Vietjet Air goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/20/2026 1:25:00 PM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/20/2026 3:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 15m
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Nok Air4h 25m06:35 AMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport11:00 AMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Nok Air goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/20/2026 6:35:00 AM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/20/2026 11:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
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Thai Lion Air9h 15m010:05 PMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport7:20 AMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai Lion Air goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/20/2026 10:05:00 PM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/21/2026 7:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 15m
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Thai AirAsia23h 25m011:10 PMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport10:35 PMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai AirAsia goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/20/2026 11:10:00 PM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/21/2026 10:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 25m
Fastest Flights Friday
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Thai Vietjet Air2h 5m08:15 AMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport10:20 AMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai Vietjet Air goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/22/2026 8:15:00 AM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/22/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 5m
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Hahn Air Lines2h 5m08:15 AMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport10:20 AMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Hahn Air Lines goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/22/2026 8:15:00 AM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/22/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 5m
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Thai AirAsia11h 20m011:10 PMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport10:30 AMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai AirAsia goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/22/2026 11:10:00 PM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/23/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $72 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 20m
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Thai Lion Air12h 25m010:05 PMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport10:30 AMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai Lion Air goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/22/2026 10:05:00 PM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/23/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m
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Nok Air12h 55m09:35 PMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport10:30 AMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Nok Air goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/22/2026 9:35:00 PM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/23/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 55m
Fastest Flights Sunday
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Thai Vietjet Air2h 5m08:15 AMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport10:20 AMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai Vietjet Air goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/23/2026 8:15:00 AM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/23/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 5m
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Hahn Air Lines2h 5m08:15 AMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport10:20 AMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Hahn Air Lines goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/23/2026 8:15:00 AM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/23/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 5m
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Thai AirAsia6h 0m06:30 AMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport12:30 PMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai AirAsia goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/23/2026 6:30:00 AM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/23/2026 12:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Nok Air8h 15m06:45 AMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport3:00 PMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Nok Air goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/23/2026 6:45:00 AM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/23/2026 3:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 15m
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Thai Lion Air9h 15m010:05 PMPhuket AirportPhuket Airport7:20 AMChiang Mai AirportChiang Mai Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai Lion Air goes from Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) at 3/23/2026 10:05:00 PM to Chiang Mai Airport, Chiang Mai Airport (Thailand) arriving at 3/24/2026 7:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 15m
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GreenBus24h 35m01:00 PMPhuketBus Terminal 21:35 PMChiang MaiArcade Bus Station0BusinessA Bus from GreenBus goes from Bus Terminal 2, Phuket (Thailand) at 3/23/2026 1:00:00 PM to Arcade Bus Station, Chiang Mai (Thailand) arriving at 3/24/2026 1:35:00 PM. 50 Business ticket for $91 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 35m
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Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Phuket to Chiang Mai
What are the most popular stations in Phuket and Chiang Mai?
In Phuket, you will usually depart from Bus Terminal 2, Bus Terminal 1 or Central Patong Bus Station, while in Chiang Mai you will be arriving at Arcade Bus Station, Central Station or Bus Terminal 1 (Chang Phueak Bus Terminal), but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Chiang Mai from Phuket? With 4 connections between 1 Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Phuket and Chiang Mai, you can pay as low as $39 with a Flight from Thai Vietjet Air.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Hahn Air Lines: you will get to Chiang Mai in just 2h 5m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Phuket and Chiang Mai are Nok Air, Thai Vietjet Air and Thai AirAsia, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Phuket and Chiang Mai is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Ban Talat Yai or to Chiang Mai Airport, and look at flights from Phuket Airport, and landing at Chiang Mai Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Phuket to Chiang Mai?
The most popular companies between Phuket and Chiang Mai, are Nok Air, Thai Vietjet Air and Thai AirAsia. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: GreenBus
Airlines: Nok Air, Thai Vietjet Air, Thai AirAsia and 2 more.
All you need to know when you travel from Phuket to Chiang Mai
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Phuket to Chiang Mai. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Phuket to Chiang Mai
How can I reach Chiang Mai from Phuket?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Chiang Mai from Phuket.
How far is Chiang Mai from Phuket?
The distance between Phuket and Chiang Mai is 749.4 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Phuket and Chiang Mai?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 33 kgs of CO2, a train 42 kgs, a car 205 kgs, and a flight 297 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Phuket to Chiang Mai?
You can get to Chiang Mai with just $39 by taking a Flight from Thai Vietjet Air.
What is the fastest way to get from Phuket to Chiang Mai?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Chiang Mai in just 2h 5m with a Flight from Hahn Air Lines.
More routes to Phuket and to Chiang Mai
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Phuket and to Chiang Mai. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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