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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chiang Rai to Melbourne? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Melbourne.Rs70,291 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Dec.One-way flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with Thai VietJet Air, departs from Chiang Rai on Sun, 28 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs70,291, select.
Melbourne.Rs82,628 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Apr.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chiang Rai on Thu, 9 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs82,628, select.
Melbourne.Rs82,687 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chiang Rai on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs82,687, select.
Melbourne.Rs95,024 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Jul.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chiang Rai on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs95,024, select.
Melbourne.Rs107,870 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Feb.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chiang Rai on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs107,870, select.
Melbourne.Rs156,520 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Jan.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chiang Rai on Mon, 12 Jan, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs156,520, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chiang Rai to Melbourne

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chiang Rai to Melbourne flights are currently cheapest in December.
Dec
from Rs70,291
Jan
from Rs156,520
Feb
from Rs107,870
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Apr
from Rs82,628
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Alternative Chiang Rai to Melbourne routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Chiang Rai to Melbourne? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Chiang Rai to Melbourne: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs70,291
Cheapest month to flyDecember

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

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.
The best price we found for a return flight from Chiang Rai to Melbourne is Rs131,228. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Chiang Rai to Melbourne. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs131,228.
As of December 2025, there are no flights flying from Chiang Rai to Melbourne.
The cheapest month to fly from Chiang Rai to Melbourne is usually April.
If you're flying from Chiang Rai Airport, the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine – which is 18.8 km away from the centre of Melbourne. We've found flights into this airport from Rs131,228.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chiang Rai Airport to Melbourne on Sunday, 26 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chiang Rai Airport and Melbourne. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Melbourne 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In December, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. February is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Thai AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne.

Flying from Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Melbourne: what you need to know

  • Chiang Rai International Airport is located in Chiang Rai. Following the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is four hours ahead of Chiang Rai.

  • Leave enough time to catch your CEI to Melbourne flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to discover a new place or just have a break during your travels. When searching for a flight ticket from CEI to Melbourne, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is one option.

  • CEI is around 6 kilometres from central Chiang Rai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near CEI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chiang Rai International Airport to Melbourne or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • Of all flights departing from Chiang Rai International Airport, 73.36% arrive on time at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Melbourne

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Chiang Rai International Airport to Melbourne flight is Rs70,291. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs131,228. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap flights from CEI to Melbourne, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.

  • Finding cheap tickets from Chiang Rai International Airport to Melbourne is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest fares across the month and pick up an epic deal.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from CEI to Melbourne by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Find an affordable flight from Chiang Rai International Airport to Melbourne with the help of our filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.

  • Travelling on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.

  • Consider booking a hotel near MEL if you have a late flight from Chiang Rai International Airport to Melbourne. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Explore without limits with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and experience more of Melbourne and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from CEI to Melbourne.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • Central Melbourne is located around 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). After your flight from Chiang Rai International Airport to Melbourne has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 50 minutes.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 5 minutes or so.

  • You'll find a few comfortable accommodation options within a short drive of AVV. Switch to relaxation mode at Corio Bay Motel after your CEI to Melbourne flight.

  • The quickest way to reach your destination is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and make a speedy getaway.

  • Score the best price by booking your ride from AVV three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.

Essendon Airport (MEB)

  • Step off your flight from Chiang Rai International Airport to Melbourne and go straight to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Melbourne is around 19 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and typically takes 25 minutes to reach by car.

  • Public transport will get you there in roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your trip by choosing a hotel near MEB after your CEI to Melbourne flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or simply give yourself time to find your footing in a new city at:

  • Be in the driver's seat of the next leg of your trip by picking up an Essendon Airport rental car. East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar make getting on the road smooth sailing.

  • Rental agencies sometimes offer discounts on early bookings, so reserve your vehicle from MEB in advance of your flight from Chiang Rai International Airport to Melbourne. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.

Best time to go to Melbourne

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Chiang Rai International Airport to Melbourne. The city buzzes during peak season, but prices are generally higher and major attractions can be crowded. Go to Melbourne in the off-season for a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Chiang Rai International Airport to Melbourne flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from CEI to Melbourne in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.

More about Melbourne

  • Once you've booked your flight from Chiang Rai International Airport to Melbourne, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Melbourne:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are top sights which should be on any good Melbourne itinerary.

Explore more of Australia

  • Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.

  • If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Australia, head for Launceston, about 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience are the start of reasons to visit.

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