Travelling from Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY): what you need to know
Hat Yai (Songkhla)'s timezone is UTC+7, which is the same as Chiang Rai.
To ensure you catch your CEI to HDY flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Chiang Rai International Airport to Hat Yai International Airport. Don Mueang International Airport is a popular stopover on the CEI to HDY route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY)
At the moment, Rs12,452 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chiang Rai International Airport to Hat Yai International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs35,174. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from CEI to HDY, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Chiang Rai International Airport to Hat Yai International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Chiang Rai International Airport to Hat Yai International Airport.
Handy information about Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)
73.36% of flights that take off from Chiang Rai International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach Chiang Rai International Airport from central Chiang Rai, it takes around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Chiang Rai International Airport to Hat Yai International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to CEI:
Arriving at Hat Yai International Airport (HDY)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Chiang Rai International Airport to Hat Yai International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HDY instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Hat Yai International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from asap car hire, Chic Car Rent or Hertz and discover more of Hat Yai (Songkhla) and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Hat Yai International Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Hat Yai International Airport (HDY) to central Hat Yai (Songkhla)
From Hat Yai International Airport, Hat Yai (Songkhla) is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Chiang Rai International Airport to Hat Yai International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Hat Yai (Songkhla). If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Chiang Rai International Airport to Hat Yai International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Hat Yai (Songkhla), with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 36ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 20ºC and 32ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CEI to HDY sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Hat Yai (Songkhla), now it's time to explore more of Thailand. Travel about 274 kilometres north-west to Surat Thani to tick off its leading sights. From Wat Tha Sai to Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 161 kilometres north of Hat Yai (Songkhla), Nakhon Si Thammarat is another essential stop in Thailand. No visit is complete without checking out Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.