Known as the “Land of Smiles”, Thailand needs no further introduction as it has always been a major destination for tourism over decades. Being the capital of Roi Et Province, the town of Roi Et lies on a plain that is 150 meters above sea level, while being surrounded by hills, rivers and mountains that are beautiful and worth to explore.

Best time to fly from Cebu to Roi Et

The climate in Roi Et is said to be tropical year-round with an average temperature of 23 to 29 degrees Celsius. Roi Et, just like other areas within the province, is strongly influenced by the monsoon, which typically occurs from May to October. Without doubt, the best time to visit Roi Et would be between December to February, which is when the weather is warmer with tiny showers. What makes it better is that the sun shines bright and the skies are clear too, which is great for outdoor activities. The off-peak season is usually between March to May, which is when the rain is frequent and humidity is high, yet the temperature also remains at a high, which makes it slightly unpleasant to go out. Visitors should check the weather reports before going to this town as their holiday destination. The good thing is, during this season, you are assured of finding better flight tickets and hotel deals as the prices will highly likely get reduced.

Main airports available in Cebu and Roi Et

Mactan–Cebu International Airport – The Mactan–Cebu International Airport is an international airport that connects the city of Cebu with the outside world. The airport is located in Lapu-Lapu City on Mactan Island, a part of Metro Cebu. It is the second busiest international airport in Thailand. The airlines that operate in this airport are AirAsia Thailand, Cebgo, Cebu Pacific, PAL Express, and Philippine Airlines. This airport consists of two different terminals. The Mactan–Cebu International Airport has many interesting shops and eateries within the airport so you can shop or dine in while waiting for the plane to arrive or depart. To go in and out of the airport is easy because there are many types of transportation available in The Mactan–Cebu International Airport for the visitors.

Roi Et Airport – Roi Et Airport is the airport that is meant to serve the city of Roi Et, Maha Sarakham, Kalasin, Yasothon and other nearby areas within the Roi Et Province, as a means of connecting them with the outside world. Operated by the Department of Airports, the airport is located in Roi Et-Phon Thong Road, Ma-ue, Thawat Buri that is about 19 kilometres away from the centre of Roi Et. At an elevation of 137 meters above the sea level, the airport has a runway that 2,100 meters long and is made of asphalt. Roi Et Airport mainly serves airlines such as Nok Nok Air and Thai AirAsia, connecting mostly local destinations, especially to the capital of Bangkok. Access and transport to the airport are not too hard since the airport is pretty near to the city and is usually reachable by road.

Climate pattern in Cebu and Roi Et

Usually, the climate in Roi Et is a tropical savanna climate with an average temperature of 26.9 degrees Celsius throughout the year. This climate is known for having a rainfall that is normally heavy throughout the year, which is similar to that of a tropical wet and dry climate. The average high temperature in Roi Et is around 30 and 36 degree Celsius while the average low temperature is around 17 and 27 degree Celsius. It is usually warm throughout the year. Therefore there are no distinguishing which month is the hottest among them all. In addition to that, Roi Et has an annual humidity of 71% with 110 days of rain and 2,256.9 hours of total sunshine. As such, you can make plans accordingly by taking into account the climate factor so that you can have a memorable trip to Roi Et.

Highlights attractions in Roi Et

• Isaan Buddhist Park – Located at Ban Khok Klang, Pha Nam Yoi, Isaan Buddhist Park comprises of a forest surrounding the temple of Wat Pha Namthip Thep Prasit Wanaram that is located on the hill. The temple itself houses one of the largest chedis in the country, Phra Mahachedi Chai Mongkhon, with other relics of the Lord Buddha. Meanwhile, the surrounding forest is consisting of hardwood trees and habitat to wildlife such as boars, deer and red junglefowl, among others.
• Waterfall Cave Soda – If you like adventure and trekking activity, you must come to Waterfall Cave Soda which is considered as one of the popular attractions in Roi Et. To reach the Kawasan Falls, you need to go off about 4 kilometres away from the main road which would roughly take about 10 to 20 minutes of walking. The moments after you reach the falls is truly rewarding as you can see the beautiful waterfalls and a small cave with Buddha statues. It is also a favourite swimming spot among the locals and tourist. However, it is not too big and can run out of the water at times. However, this spot is much less visited, which makes it a serene and tranquil place.
• Ku Kasing – Ku Kasing is an ancient structure that is believed to be built during the 16 Buddhist Era (BE) according to the Buddhist calendar. This construction is made up of three pagodas, all of them having strong Khmer architecture elements. In the present day, it is repurposed by the local government for tourism purposes.