Chiang Mai to Hanoi (Soc Son) (CNX–HAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CNX–HAN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Thai AirAsia leads the route. The flight covers 476 miles in approximately 1h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 16 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FD Thai AirAsia | 7 | 320 | 1h30 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CNX: +07 · HAN: +07
When it's 6:00 PM in Chiang Mai, it's 6:00 PM in Hanoi (Soc Son).
Thai passport holders enter Vietnam visa-free for up to 30 days under a bilateral visa exemption. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry with at least 2 blank pages. A return or onward ticket may be requested at immigration. There is no cooling-off period, so you can re-enter Vietnam immediately after using the 30-day exemption.
For stays beyond 30 days, apply for an eVisa through evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn before departure. The eVisa costs $25 for a single entry (up to 30 days) or $50 for multiple entries (up to 90 days). Processing takes 3 to 7 working days. The eVisa is accepted at all international airports, land borders, and seaports. If you plan to exit and re-enter Vietnam during a longer trip, the multiple-entry eVisa saves time and money.
Direct flights from Bangkok (BKK or DMK) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) run about 1 hour 45 minutes on VietJet Air, Thai AirAsia, Vietnam Airlines, and Thai Airways. Bangkok to Hanoi (HAN) runs about 2 hours. Multiple daily departures from both Bangkok airports. Vietnam uses the Vietnamese dong (VND), trading at roughly 720 VND per THB 1. ATMs dispense dong in all cities. Card payments work at hotels and larger restaurants but cash dominates at street food stalls, markets, and local shops. Grab is the go-to app for motorbike taxis (GrabBike from VND 15,000, about THB 21) and cars in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.
CNX–HAN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CNX to HAN
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) and Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) are connected by nonstop service from Thai AirAsia. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CNX to HAN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CNX to HAN ranges from 1 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 476 miles (765 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
16 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via RGN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.