Cheap Flights from Mae Fah Luang–Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)
Departure from Chiang Rai
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Flight From Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)
Airline | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Origin Airport | Destination Airport | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Thai Airways | 10:10 | 11:40 | Chiang Rai (CEI) | Bangkok (BKK) | Book flight |
 Nok Air | 10:35 | 11:55 | Chiang Rai (CEI) | Bangkok (DMK) | Book flight |
Thai Airways | 13:40 | 15:10 | Chiang Rai (CEI) | Bangkok (BKK) | Book flight |
 Thai VietJet Air | 15:25 | 16:55 | Chiang Rai (CEI) | Bangkok (BKK) | Book flight |
Thai Airways | 18:55 | 20:15 | Chiang Rai (CEI) | Bangkok (BKK) | Book flight |
Nok Air | 19:00 | 20:15 | Chiang Rai (CEI) | Bangkok (DMK) | Book flight |
Thai VietJet Air | 20:00 | 21:25 | Chiang Rai (CEI) | Bangkok (BKK) | Book flight |
 Thai Lion Air | 20:35 | 22:00 | Chiang Rai (CEI) | Bangkok (DMK) | Book flight |
 Thai AirAsia | 21:05 | 22:20 | Chiang Rai (CEI) | Bangkok (DMK) | Book flight |
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Arrival to Chiang Rai
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Flight To Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)
Airline | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Origin Airport | Destination Airport | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Thai Airways | 08:05 | 09:40 | Bangkok (BKK) | Chiang Rai (CEI) | Book flight |
Thai AirAsia | 08:25 | 09:50 | Bangkok (DMK) | Chiang Rai (CEI) | Book flight |
Nok Air | 08:40 | 10:05 | Bangkok (DMK) | Chiang Rai (CEI) | Book flight |
Thai AirAsia | 11:15 | 12:40 | Bangkok (DMK) | Chiang Rai (CEI) | Book flight |
Thai Airways | 11:35 | 13:10 | Bangkok (BKK) | Chiang Rai (CEI) | Book flight |
Thai VietJet Air | 13:30 | 14:55 | Bangkok (BKK) | Chiang Rai (CEI) | Book flight |
Thai Airways | 17:00 | 18:20 | Bangkok (BKK) | Chiang Rai (CEI) | Book flight |
Nok Air | 17:15 | 18:30 | Bangkok (DMK) | Chiang Rai (CEI) | Book flight |
Thai VietJet Air | 18:00 | 19:25 | Bangkok (BKK) | Chiang Rai (CEI) | Book flight |
Thai AirAsia | 19:10 | 20:30 | Bangkok (DMK) | Chiang Rai (CEI) | Book flight |
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Frequently Asked Question
The airport is about 8 km from central Chiang Rai, a short drive by taxi or car.
It is named after Princess Srinagarindra, the late Princess Mother of Thailand, who was known as Mae Fah Luang.
The IATA code is CEI and the ICAO code is VTCT.
Airlines including Thai Airways, Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air, Nok Air and Thai Vietjet Air operate from Chiang Rai, mainly to Bangkok.
Both. Thai AirAsia and Thai Lion Air use Don Mueang, while Thai Airways and Thai Vietjet Air use Suvarnabhumi. Check your ticket carefully.
Airports of Thailand advises arriving at least two hours before your flight.
Use the official taxi counter in the terminal, rent a car, or pre-book a shuttle or private transfer.
The White Temple (Wat Rong Khun) is close to the city, and the Golden Triangle on the Mekong River is a popular day trip further north.
Cheap Flights from Mae Fah Luang–Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)
About Mae Fah Luang–Chiang Rai International Airport
Mae Fah Luang–Chiang Rai International Airport is the main airport of Chiang Rai province, Thailand's northernmost region. Run by Airports of Thailand (AOT), it takes its name from Princess Srinagarindra, the late Princess Mother, who was affectionately known as Mae Fah Luang.
How far the airport is from Chiang Rai city
The airport is only about 8 km from Chiang Rai city centre. A car ride into town is short, so you can be checking in at your hotel soon after landing.
Terminal and facilities at Chiang Rai Airport
Everything happens in one passenger terminal. You will find check-in halls, an information desk, shops, cafes and car rental counters. AOT recommends arriving at least two hours before departure, which is a comfortable margin here.
For travellers exploring the far north, the airport is the most practical entry point. It puts the hill country, tea plantations and border towns of Chiang Rai province within easy reach, without the long overland trip from Chiang Mai.
Airlines and routes from Chiang Rai
Bangkok is by far the busiest link. Airlines including Thai Airways, Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air, Nok Air and Thai Vietjet Air fly to Bangkok, split between Don Mueang and Suvarnabhumi airports. Some other domestic routes also operate, and international services have varied over time.
Getting from the airport into Chiang Rai
- Airport taxi: book at the official counter in the terminal for a fixed fare into the city.
- Car rental: desks are on the ground level of the terminal, useful for touring the province.
- Shuttle or private transfer: can be arranged ahead of time.
Attractions around Chiang Rai
Wat Rong Khun, the ornate White Temple, lies just south of the city. Further north, the Golden Triangle, where Thailand, Laos and Myanmar meet on the Mekong River, makes a popular day trip.
Travel tips for Chiang Rai Airport
Flights from Bangkok arrive at two different airports, so double-check whether yours uses Don Mueang or Suvarnabhumi. Northern Thailand's cool season brings chilly mornings, so pack a light layer.
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