Travelling from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Rai International Airport.
Bangkok and Chiang Rai share the UTC+7 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Every week, there are 56 Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Rai International Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as soon as possible, take the 06:30 Thai Vietjet Air flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 19:00 with Thai Vietjet Air.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your BKK to CEI flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Thai Airways International is your gateway to exploring Chiang Rai (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Thailand!). Browse the direct flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Rai International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Thai Airways International is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
With a dependable 82.61% of services arriving as planned, Thai Airways International has the best on-time performance for BKK to CEI flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)
At the moment, Rs3,248 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Rai International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs6,822. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BKK to CEI. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Rai International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from BKK to CEI is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Rai International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Of all flights leaving Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% land on time at their destination.
Central Bangkok to Suvarnabhumi Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near BKK. Whether you're taking an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Rai International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)
Reserve a hotel near CEI if you're on a late Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Rai International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Chiang Rai International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, Drive Car Hire or Hertz and explore beyond Chiang Rai's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Chiang Rai International Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to central Chiang Rai
From Chiang Rai International Airport, Chiang Rai is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Rai International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Chiang Rai. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Rai International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Chiang Rai, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 41ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 12ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BKK to CEI sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Chiang Rai, now it's time to discover more of Thailand. Journey about 418 kilometres south-east to Udon Thani to check off its popular sights. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Thailand, head for Chiang Mai, roughly 153 kilometres south-west of Chiang Rai. Doi Suthep, Kalare Night Bazaar and Wat Phra Singh are key reasons to visit.
