Which airport should I fly into for Phitsanulok?

For long-haul and international flights, Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) is the main gateway near Phitsanulok. The closest airport, Uttaradit Airport (UTR), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Phitsanulok?

The nearest is about 56 mi (90 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Phitsanulok?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Phitsanulok

The closest airports to Phitsanulok, Thailand: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Phitsanulok, Thailand is Uttaradit Airport (UTR), about 56 mi (90 km) away — roughly 1 hr 40 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX).

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
UTR	Uttaradit AirportUttaradit, Thailand	56 mi / 90 km	1 hr 40 min	Regional
CNX	Chiang Mai International AirportChiang Mai, Thailand	159 mi / 256 km	3 hr 42 min	International
KKC	Khon Kaen AirportKhon Kaen, Thailand	169 mi / 272 km	3 hr 56 min	Regional
PAA	Hpa-N AirportHpa-N, Myanmar (Burma)	171 mi / 275 km	3 hr 58 min	Regional
UTH	Udon Thani AirportUdon Thani, Thailand	171 mi / 276 km	3 hr 59 min	Regional
VTE	Wattay International AirportVientiane, Laos	172 mi / 277 km	4 hr	International
MNU	Mawlamyine AirportMawlamyine, Myanmar (Burma)	174 mi / 280 km	4 hr 3 min	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Uttaradit Airport (UTR) is the most convenient at about 56 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) (159 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Phitsanulok. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with UTR.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near UTR saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Phitsanulok is Uttaradit Airport (UTR), about 56 mi (90 km) away — roughly 1 hr 40 min by road.