Charter Chiang Mai to Pai privately from US$8,000, about 34 min gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Chiang Mai (CNX) to Pai (HGN) and Pai to Chiang Mai — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Chiang Mai to Pai is roughly 120 kilometres — 74 miles, or 65 nautical miles.
From ฿290,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Guide pricing for Chiang Mai–Pai spans US$8,000 – US$11,000: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (THB) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 34 min | 31 min – 37 min | ฿290,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (THB) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 34 min | ฿290,000 – ฿400,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 34 min | ฿320,000 – ฿430,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Jet charter costs between Chiang Mai and Pai are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Chiang Mai, Thailand: Chiang Mai International Airport.
Pai, Thailand: Mae Hong Son Airport.
| Chiang Mai International Airport | Mae Hong Son Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | VTCC / CNX | VTCH / HGN |
| Longest hard runway | 11,155 ft | 6,562 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 1,036 ft | 929 ft |
| Distance from city | in the city | 49 km |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Chiang Mai to Pai can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Runway is the binding factor: Mae Hong Son Airport is the shorter of the two at 6,562 ft, against the 6,000 ft the largest types here need — 562 ft to spare. The leg is 120 km.
Alternates within range: Pai Airport (2,329 ft, 0 km)
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Chiang Mai and Pai.
Transparent from the start: a clear US$8,000 – US$11,000 range for Chiang Mai–Pai, confirmed once we check live availability.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
Demand on Chiang Mai–Pai comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$11,000 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 34 min gate to gate over 120 km (74 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Chiang Mai–Pai charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Chiang Mai–Pai charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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