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CNX Chiang Mai International Airport
Chiang Mai International Airport (IATA: CNX, ICAO:VTCC) is located in the the city of Chiang Mai, Thailand. It is the primary international airport serving Chiang Mai and its surrounding metropolitan area.

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IATA Code

CNX

ICAO Code

VTCC

Name

Chiang Mai International Airport

Type

Main Airport

Country / Region

Thailand (TH)

City

Chiang Mai

Latitude

18.7667999

Longitude

98.9626007

Time Zone

UTC+07:00

Phone Number

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Chiang Mai International Airport（CNX）Overview

Chiang Mai International Airport is an international passenger and regional air-cargo gateway serving Chiang Mai and Northern Thailand. Located in Chiang Mai at approximately 18.7667999°N, 98.9626007°E, the airport operates in the UTC+07:00 time zone and supports international as well as domestic air connections. From a forwarding perspective, it is primarily a regional gateway rather than a dedicated global freighter hub. Our service team normally evaluates available belly-cargo capacity, airline handling arrangements, customs requirements and onward connections before confirming an export or import plan. The airport is particularly relevant for shipments connected with Northern Thailand, tourism-related supply chains, agricultural products, electronics, consumer goods and time-sensitive commercial cargo. Flight schedules, handling windows and acceptance conditions can change, so all routing and cut-off details should be verified against the actual booking.

Airport name	Chiang Mai International Airport
IATA / ICAO	CNX / VTCC
Country / city	Thailand / Chiang Mai
Coordinates	18.7667999°N, 98.9626007°E
Local time	UTC+07:00
Logistics role	International regional gateway with passenger-aircraft belly-cargo potential and onward airfreight connectivity subject to airline confirmation

Key Highlights

Regional gateway profileSuitable for Northern Thailand cargo, with international routing generally dependent on available scheduled capacity and transfer arrangements.

Belly-cargo planningSpace may be constrained during peak passenger travel periods; advance booking and confirmed airline acceptance are important.

Origin documentationCommercial invoices, packing lists, air waybills and product-specific permits should be aligned before cargo delivery to the handling facility.

Temperature-sensitive exposureAgricultural, food and pharmaceutical shipments require a confirmed cool-chain process rather than an assumption of permanent airport storage.

Connection sensitivityTransit performance can be affected by domestic or international transfers, customs status, handling cut-offs and available uplift.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Our service team coordinates the applicable airline, ground-handling and customs interfaces for each shipment. Facility access, acceptance hours and special cargo capability must be confirmed for the selected flight and handling party.

General cargo handling: Booking, documentation review, acceptance, build-up and delivery procedures are arranged through the nominated airline or ground handler.
Import and export controls: Customs presentation, release status and any inspection process should be checked before cargo is moved to or collected from the airport area.
Temperature-controlled cargo: Chilled or pharmaceutical cargo requires pre-alert, packaging validation and confirmation of available cool-room or transfer handling at the time of booking.
Dangerous goods: Acceptance depends on the airline’s current dangerous-goods approval, packing instructions, labels, documentation and shipper declaration where applicable.
Special cargo: Live animals, perishables, valuables, oversized pieces and vulnerable cargo require advance inquiry because acceptance, storage and handover conditions vary by operator.

Do not assume that a facility offers bonded storage, dedicated pharmaceutical qualification, dangerous-goods storage or 24-hour cargo release. Our team confirms the operational scope with the appointed handler before issuing final shipping instructions.

Routes & Transit Times

Regional movement: Cargo may be planned to and from Bangkok and other Thai gateways, subject to the selected airline’s network, aircraft capacity and domestic transfer process.
International connectivity: Shipments may move on available direct international services or through an airline hub. The practical choice depends on destination, commodity, connection reliability and customs status.
Interline or transfer routing: Where no suitable direct uplift is available, our service team compares transfer points and confirms whether the shipment remains under one air waybill or requires separate handling.
Time-sensitive factors: Passenger-season demand, late booking, weather, customs examination, missed cut-offs, security screening and connection misalignment may extend the planned transit time.

Transit time is quoted only after the airline confirms the flight plan, cargo acceptance and handling cut-off. Published schedules are not a guarantee of cargo uplift or final delivery timing.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary hinterlandChiang Mai and surrounding Northern Thailand provinces, with road feeder connections planned according to shipper location and delivery requirements.

Agricultural and food productsFresh produce, processed foods, flowers and other perishables may require seasonal planning, phytosanitary or food-related documents and controlled handling.

Electronics and manufactured goodsCommercial electronics, components, consumer products and general manufactured cargo typically require secure packaging and accurate commodity descriptions.

Textiles and retail cargoGarments, accessories, samples and replenishment cargo may benefit from airfreight when inventory timing is more important than transport cost.

Healthcare and urgent shipmentsMedical supplies and pharmaceuticals should be assessed for temperature range, packaging qualification, import permits and release priority before booking.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Airline cargo cut-off is normally earlier than passenger check-in and varies by commodity, security screening, build-up requirements and flight. Our team obtains the confirmed acceptance deadline before delivery.
Dangerous goods: Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, quantity and shipper’s declaration when required. Lithium batteries, aerosols, chemicals and equipment containing batteries need particular review.
Customs and permits: The invoice, packing list, HS classification, origin information, permits and any product-specific certificates must be consistent. Customs inspection or document correction can delay release.
Delivery and collection: Consignee or trucker arrangements must account for handler release procedures, customs status, identification requirements, storage exposure and any appointment or access restrictions.

Shipping Tips from Our Service Team

Send the commercial invoice, packing list, dimensions, gross weight, commodity description, destination and preferred ready date before requesting a firm quotation.
For perishables, pharmaceuticals, live animals or dangerous goods, disclose the special-cargo category at the first inquiry stage and provide the required permits or technical documents for pre-approval.
Build the plan around the confirmed cargo cut-off, not the passenger flight departure time. Use strong export packaging, clear piece marks and a shipment-level contact number.
For urgent or high-value cargo, ask our team to compare direct uplift with a Bangkok or other gateway connection, including road feeder risk, customs handling and recovery options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Chiang Mai International Airport handle international air freight?

International cargo may be accepted when the selected airline and handling arrangement support the shipment and destination. Our service team verifies the available uplift, cargo acceptance, customs process and transfer plan before booking.

Is direct cargo capacity always available?

No. Capacity depends on the operating aircraft, passenger-season demand, commodity restrictions and airline allocation. A transfer through another Thai or regional gateway may be more practical for certain destinations.

How should chilled or pharmaceutical cargo be arranged?

Provide the temperature range, packaging method, quantity, data-logger requirement and desired handling time in advance. Our team confirms whether the airline and ground handler can support the required cool-chain process.

What documents are normally needed for export cargo?

A completed air waybill, commercial invoice and packing list are commonly required. Depending on the commodity and destination, export declarations, permits, certificates of origin, phytosanitary documents or dangerous-goods documentation may also apply.

What causes cargo to miss the planned flight?

Typical causes include late delivery, incomplete documents, customs queries, security screening, incorrect packing, special-cargo approval delays, weight or volume changes and insufficient confirmed capacity.

Data Sources & Provenance

Airport identity, location and operational-reference information are based on the supplied airport record and should be checked against current official operational notices before shipment execution. Regulatory and airline acceptance conditions are subject to change.

Airport operator and airport information reference: airportthai.co.th
Thailand civil aviation regulatory reference: caat.or.th
Thailand customs and import/export procedures: customs.go.th
International air transport standards and cargo guidance: iata.org
International aeronautical reference framework: icao.int

No unverified throughput, cargo-terminal area, warehouse capacity, airline schedule, cut-off time, rate, transit promise or certification claim is presented as a fixed airport fact. Our service team confirms time-sensitive details with the relevant airline, handler, customs authority and consignee before execution.