Etihad Airways
Quick Flight Summary from Chiang Mai to Istanbul
- Lowest recent price $198
- Direct flight duration 28 hour 20 min
- Arrival airports SAW / IST
- Best days to book Saturday, Friday
- Average over the last 30 days $361
Cheapest flights from Chiang Mai to Istanbul
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Last update: 20 October 2026 22:17
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Transportation to Airport from Chiang Mai City Center
Chiang Mai Intl. Airport
Getting to the airport by taxi from the city center is one of the fastest and most affordable ways. If you want, by renting a car you can have a much more comfortable means of transportation. It is very likely that your hotel has airport shuttle service and you can benefit from this service by making a reservation in advance. Chiang Mai International Airport doesn’t accept buses and tuk-tuks. For this reason, the airport cannot be reached by public transportation.
Taxi
It takes about 20 minutes to get to the airport from the city center by taxi. The average amount you need to pay is 120 baht. It will be better if you talk to the driver in advance and agree on the amount. You can try to bargain.
Hotel Service
Almost all hotels in the city have airport shuttle services or limousines for their guests. You can get in contact with your hotel in advance in order to benefit from this service. Don’t forget to talk about the price.
Limousine / Car Rental
If you have rented a car for your travel or a transfer vehicle with a driver for getting to the airport from the city center, you can arrive there in about half an hour under normal traffic conditions. If you will drive, you must follow the road 4032. Another alternative is to go straight on the road 108 and connect to the road 121.
Airport Information
Chiang Mai International Airport is the fourth busiest airport in Thailand, with about 6 million passengers each year. You can use the free Wi-Fi network throughout the entire airport. There are more than ten hotels located just 2 km of the airport.
Two separate lounges welcome passengers fond of their comfort. There is a separate area for smokers as well as a worship room. You can find dozens of restaurants, cafes and bars at the airport. On the other hand, there are many stores that you can meet almost your every need and a duty free shop. If you feel that you need some rest and relaxation, you can benefit from sauna or massage services.
Transportation to Istanbul City Center from Airport
Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport
Sabiha Gökçen Airport is located in Pendik, on the Anatolian Side of Istanbul. From the airport, you can get to the city center by metro, municipal bus, Havabus, public transport with a Marmaray transfer, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.
Metro- The airport is the terminus of the M4 Kadıköy–Sabiha Gökçen Airport metro line. The line takes about 50 minutes to get from the airport to Kadıköy.
- You can transfer to Marmaray at Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and to the Metrobus at Ünalan station.
- Timetables and weekend night services vary according to the current IBB (Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality) schedule. For up-to-date information, you can check Metro Istanbul's announcements.
- You board the metro with an Istanbulkart. To buy a card, you can use the ticket machines at the stations.
- With Havabus services, you can reach Taksim and Kadıköy without transfers.
- The Taksim line follows the Kavacık and Zincirlikuyu route. The journey takes about 1.5 hours, depending on traffic.
- The Kadıköy line also stops at Yenisahra. The journey to Kadıköy takes about 1 hour, depending on traffic.
- For current timetables and fares, you can check Havabus's official website.
- E10: Kadıköy via Kurtköy
- E3: 4. Levent Metro (European Side)
- 16S: Uzunçayır Metrobus
- MR60: Pendik YHT (Marmaray)
- Routes and schedules may change. For up-to-date information, you can check the official IETT website or mobile app.
- With Marmaray, you can reach many parts of the city by transferring.
- You can take the MR60 bus to Pendik YHT station and transfer to Marmaray.
- You can also take the M4 metro to Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and switch to Marmaray.
- You can take a taxi from the airport to anywhere in the city.
- Bridge and tunnel tolls are paid by the passenger.
- There are offices of international and local car rental companies at the airport.
- If you make a reservation in advance, you can pick up your car without waiting in line.
- You can travel comfortably from the airport to different parts of the city with a private transfer service.
- It is recommended to book your transfer at least one day in advance.
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Airport is located on the European Side of the city, in the Arnavutköy district. You can get from the airport to the city center by bus, Havaist shuttle, metro, taxi, rental car, or private transfer.
Bus- H-1, H-2, H-3, H-6, and H-8 buses run from Istanbul Airport to various parts of the city, including Mecidiyeköy, Mahmutbey, Sultangazi, Sarıyer, and Halkalı.
- Travel times are approximately 1 hour 40 minutes to Mecidiyeköy, 1 hour 45 minutes to Halkalı, 1 hour 30 minutes to Mahmutbey, 1 hour 25 minutes to Sultangazi, and 1 hour 50 minutes to Sarıyer. Journey times may vary depending on traffic.
- You can buy bus tickets at the ticket booths or machines at the airport platforms, or online.
- The M11 Gayrettepe – Istanbul Airport metro line connects the airport to the city center.
- The metro provides direct access to Arnavutköy, İhsaniye, Göktürk, Kemerburgaz, Hasdal, Kağıthane, and Gayrettepe.
- At Gayrettepe station, you can transfer to the Metrobus, city buses, and the M1 Hacıosman – Yenikapı metro line.
- The metro operates from 06:00 to 00:00.
- The journey takes about 45 minutes on average.
- Havaist shuttle services run to Aksaray, Esenler Bus Terminal, Arnavutköy, Halkalı–Başakşehir, Silivri–Çatalca, Beylikdüzü, Avcılar–Bahçeşehir, Bakırköy, Kadıköy, Taksim, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
- You can pay for Havaist online, at the ticket booths on the platforms, or by card on board. Some Havaist buses also accept Istanbul Kart.
- Fares vary depending on the route.
- Orange, turquoise, and black taxis serve the route between Istanbul Airport and the city center.
- Fixed fares apply to certain destinations in the city center.
- Bridge crossings, bus terminal exit fees, and toll roads are paid by the passenger.
- You can rent a car from companies at the airport, including Avec, Sixt, Hertz, Rent Go, Budget, Europcar, Enterprise, Garenta, and many more, and drive to the city center.
- If you book before arriving, you can pick up your car directly without waiting in line.
- With a rental car, you can easily reach the city center as well as Istanbul's historical and natural attractions, such as the Historic Peninsula, Taksim, Kadıköy, Üsküdar, Florya, Polonezköy, Çatalca, and Şile.
- A private transfer service offers a luxurious and comfortable ride from the airport to destinations across Istanbul.
- We recommend booking your transfer at least 24 hours in advance.
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| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
$400 | — | |
$175 | No changes allowed / No Refund / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments | |
$361 | Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Full Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage | |
$442 | Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments |
Last update: 20.10.2026
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