Heading from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Phuket? Our driver picks you up at your hotel, condo or terminal in Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) and drives you straight to your door in Phuket. It is about 1575 km and roughly 20 h 30 min on the road, at one fixed price per car — not per person.
Going the other way? Phuket to Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) taxi →
Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Phuket: taxi vs bus vs flight
| Option | Door to door | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Private taxi (Airport Transfer Phuket) | ✓ | About 20 h 30 min, leave any time, luggage in the boot, from 16,850 THB per car. |
| Bus / minivan | ✕ | Cheapest per person, but fixed departures from a bus terminal and usually a transfer to your hotel at the end. |
| Flight | ✕ | Often the fastest on paper, but add check-in, airport transfers and baggage time; one-way fares vary by date. |
Route · 1575 km
Route Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) → Phuket, step by step
- 0 km
Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)
Pick-up in Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) (hotel, airport, pier or any address)
- 15 km
Lamphun
via Hwy 11 → Mahidol Rd
- 95 km
Lampang
via Hwy 11
- 255 km
Tak
via Hwy 1
- 355 km
Kamphaeng Phet
via Hwy 1
- 455 km
Nakhon Sawan
via Hwy 1
- 515 km
Chai Nat
via Hwy 1
- 555 km
Sing Buri
via Hwy 32 / Hwy 1
- 595 km
Ang Thong
via Hwy 32
- 625 km
Ayutthaya
via Hwy 32
- 710 km
Kanchanaphisek Outer Ring Road
via Hwy 9 → Hwy 32 (Asian Hwy)
- 735 km
Samut Sakhon
via Hwy 9
- 770 km
Samut Songkhram
via Hwy 35
- 800 km
Wang Manao Junction (Pak Tho)
via Hwy 35 (Rama II)
- 830 km
Phetchaburi
via Hwy 4
- 870 km
Cha-am
via Hwy 4
- 895 km
Hua Hin
via Hwy 4 (Phetkasem)
- 925 km
Pranburi
via Hwy 4 (Phetkasem)
- 985 km
Prachuap Khiri Khan
via Hwy 4
- 1080 km
Bang Saphan (Koh Talu)
via Hwy 4
- 1155 km
Chumphon
via Hwy 4
- 1275 km
Ranong
via Hwy 4
- 1450 km
Takua Pa
via Hwy 4
- 1575 km
Phuket
via Hwy 402 → Hwy 4 · Drop-off at your hotel or home in Phuket
Distances are counted from Phuket town. The driver may change the road for traffic, roadworks or weather; the price stays the same.
Where we drop you in Phuket
Your driver collects you at Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) and takes you to your door in any of these areas. Name your hotel when you book, because the last stretch differs by coast.
- Patong Beach, Phuket
- Karon Beach
- Kata Beach
- Rawai Beach
- Phuket Old Town
- Laguna Phuket
- Nai Yang Beach
- Phuket Airport (HKT)
Check your exact address when booking.
Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Phuket price by vehicle
Taxi sedan
Toyota Vios / Honda City · 3 passengers · 2 bags
฿16,850
Private sedan
Toyota Corolla Altis / Camry · 3 passengers · 3 bags
฿16,950
SUV 7-seat
Toyota Fortuner / Innova · 6 passengers · 4 bags
฿20,350
VIP Van
Toyota Commuter VIP · 10 passengers · 8 bags
฿27,100
Alphard Luxury
Toyota Alphard · 5 passengers · 4 bags
฿41,300
one way · per car · THB
Questions about Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Phuket
How much is a taxi from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Phuket?+
A private car from Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Phuket starts at 16,850 THB one way per car, with fuel and expressway tolls included.
How far is Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) from Phuket and how long does it take?+
The road distance is about 1575 km, around 20 h 30 min of driving. Allow extra time on Fridays and public holidays.
Can you pick us up at the airport, pier or hotel in Chiang Mai Airport (CNX)?+
Yes. Tell us the exact address, flight or ferry when you book and the driver will meet you there.
Is the price per person or per car?+
Per car. The price is the same whether you travel alone or fill every seat.
How do I book?+
Press BOOKNOW, choose Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) as pick-up and add your date, time and passengers. We confirm by WhatsApp, LINE or email.