Charter Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang privately from US$8,000, about 1h 07m in the air. Request your price in minutes.
We fly Chiang Mai (CNX) ⇄ Luang Prabang (LPQ) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang is roughly 359 kilometres — 223 miles, or 194 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Chiang Mai–Luang Prabang spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a light jet (Cessna Citation CJ3+) 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. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 07m | 1h 00m – 1h 14m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 54 min | 49 min – 59 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 52 min | 47 min – 57 min | US$11,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 07m | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 04m | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 54 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 53 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 52 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 52 min | US$11,000 – US$15,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 51 min | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 49 min | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 6-8 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
What determines the price between Chiang Mai and Luang Prabang? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
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.
Luang Prabang, Laos: Luang Phabang International Airport.
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
Choose your wheels-up time — Chiang Mai–Luang Prabang runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
Private terminals mean check-in takes minutes. The 359 km flight is the fastest part of the door-to-door journey.
The Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang route is a popular international private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 07m in the air over 359 km (223 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Chiang Mai–Luang Prabang departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Chiang Mai–Luang Prabang charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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