Flying from Chiang Rai Airport (CEI) to Surat Thani Airport (URT): what you need to know
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your CEI to URT flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you want to explore a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chiang Rai Airport to Surat Thani Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Don Mueang Airport is a popular stop between CEI and URT.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Rai Airport (CEI) to Surat Thani Airport (URT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chiang Rai Airport to Surat Thani Airport flight is Rs17,161. A return ticket right now is Rs38,801. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from CEI to URT, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Chiang Rai Airport to Surat Thani Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from CEI to URT.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Chiang Rai Airport to Surat Thani Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Chiang Rai Airport (CEI)
Of the flights that depart from Chiang Rai Airport, 65% arrive on time at their destination.
Chiang Rai Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Chiang Rai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chiang Rai Airport to Surat Thani Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near CEI:
Arriving at Surat Thani Airport (URT)
Consider booking a hotel close to URT if you're on a late Chiang Rai Airport to Surat Thani Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Surat Thani Airport rental car and discover Surat Thani and beyond with your own set of wheels. Drive Car Rental, Hertz and Thrifty are top providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Surat Thani Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Surat Thani Airport (URT) to central Surat Thani
From Surat Thani Airport, Surat Thani is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 1 hour to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Surat Thani Airport (URT)
Have a think about your trip dates before securing your flight from Chiang Rai Airport to Surat Thani Airport. Surat Thani in high season has a lively atmosphere, but hotel rates are often higher and major attractions can be busy. Visit in the off-season if you like a more relaxed pace.
Before locking in your flight from Chiang Rai Airport to Surat Thani Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Surat Thani, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 35ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 20ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CEI to URT around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
Get acquainted with Surat Thani, then set your sights on other must-see parts of Thailand. Head north to Si Racha, around 483 kilometres away. Wat Khao Phutthakhodom and Si Racha City Observatory are the perfect starting points for your visit.
Travel 105 kilometres south-east from Surat Thani to reach Nakhon Si Thammarat, another notable destination in Thailand. No trip is complete without seeing Wat Phra Phrom and Wat Pho Sadet.