Which airports can I use when flying from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai?

Flights from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai usually depart from Hat Yai (HDY) and arrive at Chiang Rai (CEI).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai.

Which airports do connecting flights from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai pass through?

Connecting flights from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai most commonly pass through: • Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK) – 93% of one-stop connections • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) – 7% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at ฿4,713 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at ฿6,518, a difference of ฿1,805. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai?

A direct flight from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai takes 00m, covering 2,330 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai?

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Have flight prices from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ฿4,981 to ฿17,616. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai looking right now?

One-way fares from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ฿3,109, which is 25% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai?

Flying via Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 32m, compared to 7h 02m via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK).

Which car hire options are available at Chiang Rai Airport (CEI)?

Chiang Rai Airport (CEI) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around ฿1,084 for economy cars. Top options include: • Drive Car Rental • Chic Car Rent • Budget • True Leasing • Hertz

How much should I expect to pay for a Hat Yai to Chiang Rai flight?

Return flights from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai range from ฿4,931 to ฿6,508, with an average of ฿5,783 over the past 12 months. Anything below ฿4,931 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai?

Return flights from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai typically range from ฿4,931 to ฿6,508. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ฿4,981 on Thai AirAsia.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai. It's 19% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai?

Thai AirAsia (฿4,981) and Thai Lion Air (฿8,056) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai?

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK) is the most popular stopover for the Hat Yai to Chiang Rai route. 93% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via DMK.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai?

Flights via Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of ฿5,894. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK) had the shortest average connection time for Hat Yai to Chiang Rai stopovers at 4h 08m over the past 3 months.

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฿4,981

Typical prices: ฿4,931-฿6,508

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January

Cheapest • 23% price drop

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Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK)

Cheapest • Avg ฿5,894 (return)

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK)

Shortest trip • 7h 02m (one-way)

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Recent return flight deals from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai

Fri 20 Nov - Tue 24 Nov

22:15 - 08:20HDY Hat Yai-CEI Chiang Rai

10h 05m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

16:20 - 21:45CEI Chiang Rai-HDY Hat Yai

5h 25m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

฿4,981Thai AirAsia

1 day ago

Wed 10 Feb - Fri 12 Feb

14:25 - 20:50HDY Hat Yai-CEI Chiang Rai

6h 25m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

16:10 - 20:55CEI Chiang Rai-HDY Hat Yai

4h 45m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

฿4,981Thai AirAsia

1 day ago

Mon 16 Nov - Wed 18 Nov

08:35 - 13:25HDY Hat Yai-CEI Chiang Rai

4h 50m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

20:00 - 08:40CEI Chiang Rai-HDY Hat Yai

12h 40m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

฿5,114Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Fri 11 Dec - Fri 18 Dec

21:50 - 07:55HDY Hat Yai-CEI Chiang Rai

10h 05m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

14:00 - 20:55CEI Chiang Rai-HDY Hat Yai

6h 55m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

฿5,114Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Mon 16 Nov - Tue 17 Nov

08:35 - 13:25HDY Hat Yai-CEI Chiang Rai

4h 50m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

20:00 - 08:40CEI Chiang Rai-HDY Hat Yai

12h 40m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

฿5,114Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Mon 16 Nov - Thu 19 Nov

08:35 - 13:25HDY Hat Yai-CEI Chiang Rai

4h 50m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

16:10 - 20:55CEI Chiang Rai-HDY Hat Yai

4h 45m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

฿5,282Thai AirAsia

2 days ago

Mon 16 Nov - Fri 20 Nov

14:25 - 18:55HDY Hat Yai-CEI Chiang Rai

4h 30m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

16:10 - 20:55CEI Chiang Rai-HDY Hat Yai

4h 45m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

฿5,282Thai AirAsia

2 days ago

Mon 16 Nov - Sat 21 Nov

14:25 - 18:55HDY Hat Yai-CEI Chiang Rai

4h 30m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

16:10 - 20:55CEI Chiang Rai-HDY Hat Yai

4h 45m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

฿5,282Thai AirAsia

2 days ago

Sun 20 Dec - Sun 27 Dec

21:30 - 08:20HDY Hat Yai-CEI Chiang Rai

10h 50m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

20:35 - 13:45CEI Chiang Rai-HDY Hat Yai

17h 10m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

฿6,786Multiple Airlines

1 day ago

Tue 2 Mar - Thu 4 Mar

20:30 - 11:55HDY Hat Yai-CEI Chiang Rai

15h 25m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

10:10 - 15:00CEI Chiang Rai-HDY Hat Yai

4h 50m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

฿8,056Thai Lion Air

3+ days ago

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How much is a return flight from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai departing in November.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai. It's 19% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai.
How long is a flight from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai?
A direct flight from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai takes 00m, covering 2,330 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai?
No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.
How much should I expect to pay for a Hat Yai to Chiang Rai flight?
Return flights from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai range from ฿4,931 to ฿6,508, with an average of ฿5,783 over the past 12 months. Anything below ฿4,931 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ฿4,981 to ฿17,616. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai looking right now?
One-way fares from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ฿3,109, which is 25% above the typical average for this route.
Which car hire options are available at Chiang Rai Airport (CEI)?
Chiang Rai Airport (CEI) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around ฿1,084 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Drive Car Rental
• Chic Car Rent
• Budget
• True Leasing
• Hertz
Which airports can I use when flying from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai?
Flights from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai usually depart from Hat Yai (HDY) and arrive at Chiang Rai (CEI).
Which airports do connecting flights from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai pass through?
Connecting flights from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai most commonly pass through:

• Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK) – 93% of one-stop connections
• Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) – 7% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at ฿4,713 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at ฿6,518, a difference of ฿1,805.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai?
Flying via Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 32m, compared to 7h 02m via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK).

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average ฿4,713, which is about ฿1,805 less than Saturday fares (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Hat Yai to Chiang Rai trip for January. Fares historically average ฿4,479 return in that month – typically ฿2,607 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
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