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Flight deals from Chiang Rai to Phuket

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chiang Rai Airport to Phuket Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs42,560. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Phuket.Rs15,115 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Mar.One-way flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with Thai VietJet Air, departs from Chiang Rai on Tue, 30 Mar, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs15,115, select.

Phuket.Rs18,104 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Feb.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Rai on Sun, 21 Feb, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs18,104, select.

Phuket.Rs18,104 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct.One-way flight with Nok Air.Outbound indirect flight with Nok Air, departs from Chiang Rai on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs18,104, select.

Phuket.Rs18,421 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Rai on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs18,421, select.

Phuket.Rs18,739 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Jul.One-way flight with Thai LionAir.Outbound indirect flight with Thai LionAir, departs from Chiang Rai on Thu, 16 Jul, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs18,739, select.

Phuket.Rs19,057 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Rai on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs19,057, select.

Phuket.Rs19,527 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep.One-way flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with Thai VietJet Air, departs from Chiang Rai on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs19,527, select.

Phuket.Rs21,280 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug.One-way flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with Thai VietJet Air, departs from Chiang Rai on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs21,280, select.

Phuket.Rs21,499 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Rai on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs21,499, select.

Phuket.Rs21,610 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Jun.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Rai on Sat, 12 Jun, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs21,610, select.

Phuket.Rs21,623 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 May.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chiang Rai on Wed, 19 May, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs21,623, select.

Phuket.Rs29,538 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct.One-way flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Chiang Rai on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs29,538, select.

Phuket.Rs30,024 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec.One-way flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Chiang Rai on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs30,024, select.

Phuket.Rs30,173 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Jan.One-way flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Chiang Rai on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs30,173, select.

Phuket.Rs31,266 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov.One-way flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Chiang Rai on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs31,266, select.

Phuket.Rs31,964 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Mar.One-way flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Chiang Rai on Fri, 26 Mar, arriving in Phuket.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs31,964, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chiang Rai to Phuket

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Chiang Rai to Phuket: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chiang Rai to Phuket below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Phuket.

Phuket

26km from central Phuket

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from Rs15,115

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69km from central Phuket

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Chiang Rai to Phuket: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	Rs15,115
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	2 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airline	Thai VietJet Air
Average flights per week	9

Finding cheap flights from Chiang Rai to Phuket: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Chiang Rai to Phuket?

The best price we found for a return flight from Chiang Rai to Phuket is Rs33,578. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Chiang Rai to Phuket?

2 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Chiang Rai to Phuket.

Which airlines fly direct from Chiang Rai to Phuket?

Thai VietJet Air and Hahn Air Systems fly direct from Chiang Rai to Phuket.

How many flights are there a week from Chiang Rai to Phuket?

As of July 2026, there are 9 flights per week flying from Chiang Rai to Phuket.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chiang Rai to Phuket?

The cheapest month to fly from Chiang Rai to Phuket is usually March.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Chiang Rai Airport to Phuket Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chiang Rai Airport to Phuket Airport on Wednesday, 3 March 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from Chiang Rai Airport to Phuket Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 15 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Phuket?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Phuket but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Phuket?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Phuket is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Chiang Rai Airport to Phuket with?

Currently, Thai AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Phuket.

Travelling from Chiang Rai Airport (CEI) to Phuket Airport (HKT): what you need to know

The average length of a direct flight from Chiang Rai Airport to Phuket Airport is 2 hours 15 minutes.
Chiang Rai and Phuket are in the UTC+7 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Each week, there are three Chiang Rai Airport to Phuket Airport flights. To get going as early as possible, opt for the 10:50 Thai Vietjet Air flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 11:25 with Thai Vietjet Air.
Leave enough time to catch your CEI to HKT flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Thai VietJet Air has direct flights from Chiang Rai Airport to Phuket Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Phuket — and maybe even more of Thailand if time allows.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Thai VietJet Air.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Chiang Rai Airport to Phuket Airport. Many passengers pass through Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Rai Airport (CEI) to Phuket Airport (HKT)

Rs15,115 is the best price for a one-way Chiang Rai Airport to Phuket Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs33,578. These fares may change depending on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from CEI to HKT, reserve your journey nine months ahead of your departure.
February is the cheapest month for flights from Chiang Rai Airport to Phuket Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from CEI to HKT by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chiang Rai Airport to Phuket Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Chiang Rai Airport (CEI)

65% of flights that take off from Chiang Rai Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Chiang Rai to Chiang Rai Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Chiang Rai Airport to Phuket Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to CEI:

Arriving at Phuket Airport (HKT)

If you're arriving on a late Chiang Rai Airport to Phuket Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near HKT:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Phuket Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from asap car rental, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and see more of Phuket and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Phuket Airport around three weeks ahead.

When to fly to Phuket Airport (HKT)

The quietest month for a flight from Chiang Rai Airport to Phuket Airport is March, while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Phuket based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Chiang Rai Airport to Phuket Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CEI to HKT in January. Temperatures average between 24ºC and 30ºC then.

Explore more of Thailand

You've done Phuket, now it's time to discover more of what Thailand has to offer. Around 177 kilometres north-east, Surat Thani is a must-see city that features top sights like Ang Thong National Marine Park.
Nakhon Si Thammarat is another place to check out during your travels through Thailand. Head on over to this destination, which is around 177 kilometres east of Phuket, to see highlights like Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park.