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Cheapest return flight
฿2,071
Typical prices: ฿2,186-฿4,342
Thai Vietjet Air
Mon 1/10Sun 7/10
BKK - CEI • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
฿1,184
Typical prices: ฿1,223-฿2,497
Nok Air
Tue 18/12
DMK - CEI • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air, and others. Average duration is 1h 25m.
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Most flights • 35 per week
Best reviews • 7.9 score
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Cheapest • 49% average savings
Most popular
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 32% price drop
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Cheap Flights to Chiang Rai

 
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Recent return flight deals to Chiang Rai

Thu 1 Oct - Wed 7 Oct
Thai Vietjet Air Logo
06:30 - 07:55BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-CEI Chiang Rai
1h 25mdirect
Thai Vietjet Air Logo
08:25 - 09:50CEI  Chiang Rai-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
1h 25mdirect
฿2,071Thai Vietjet Air
Thu 24 Sep - Sat 26 Sep
Thai Lion Air Logo
18:30 - 19:55DMK  Bangkok Don Mueang Intl-CEI Chiang Rai
1h 25mdirect
Thai Lion Air Logo
20:35 - 22:00CEI  Chiang Rai-DMK Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
1h 25mdirect
฿2,104Thai Lion Air
Sat 26 Sep - Mon 28 Sep
Thai Vietjet Air Logo
18:00 - 19:25BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-CEI Chiang Rai
1h 25mdirect
Thai Vietjet Air Logo
20:00 - 21:25CEI  Chiang Rai-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
1h 25mdirect
฿2,104Thai Vietjet Air
Tue 6 Oct - Thu 8 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:35 - 16:00DMK  Bangkok Don Mueang Intl-CEI Chiang Rai
1h 25mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:35 - 22:00CEI  Chiang Rai-DMK Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
1h 25mdirect
฿2,104Multiple Airlines
Sun 4 Oct - Thu 8 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:35 - 16:00DMK  Bangkok Don Mueang Intl-CEI Chiang Rai
1h 25mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:35 - 22:00CEI  Chiang Rai-DMK Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
1h 25mdirect
฿2,104Multiple Airlines
Sun 20 Sep - Wed 23 Sep
Thai Lion Air Logo
10:30 - 11:55DMK  Bangkok Don Mueang Intl-CEI Chiang Rai
1h 25mdirect
Thai Lion Air Logo
20:35 - 22:00CEI  Chiang Rai-DMK Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
1h 25mdirect
฿2,170Thai Lion Air
Thu 1 Oct - Wed 7 Oct
Nok Air Logo
14:35 - 16:00DMK  Bangkok Don Mueang Intl-CEI Chiang Rai
1h 25mdirect
Nok Air Logo
16:30 - 17:50CEI  Chiang Rai-DMK Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
1h 20mdirect
฿2,203Nok Air
Fri 2 Oct - Mon 5 Oct
Nok Air Logo
14:35 - 16:00DMK  Bangkok Don Mueang Intl-CEI Chiang Rai
1h 25mdirect
Nok Air Logo
16:30 - 17:50CEI  Chiang Rai-DMK Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
1h 20mdirect
฿2,203Nok Air
Thu 18 Feb - Thu 18 Feb
Thai AirAsia Logo
06:55 - 08:15DMK  Bangkok Don Mueang Intl-CEI Chiang Rai
1h 20mdirect
Thai AirAsia Logo
21:15 - 22:30CEI  Chiang Rai-DMK Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
1h 15mdirect
฿2,236Thai AirAsia
Mon 2 Nov - Thu 5 Nov
Thai AirAsia Logo
16:50 - 18:15DMK  Bangkok Don Mueang Intl-CEI Chiang Rai
1h 25mdirect
Thai AirAsia Logo
21:15 - 22:30CEI  Chiang Rai-DMK Bangkok Don Mueang Intl
1h 15mdirect
฿2,269Thai AirAsia
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Thailand to Chiang Rai flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Thailand to Chiang Rai with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Chiang Rai?

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Rai is the cheapest route at ฿2,071 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai is the most popular connection with return deals from ฿2,104.

How much is a flight to Chiang Rai?

A return flight to Chiang Rai costs ฿2,791 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Return fares from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport average ฿2,610, while Surat Thani runs a bit higher at ฿4,753.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Chiang Rai?

Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Chiang Rai at ฿2,762 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Sunday is the most expensive at ฿3,518.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chiang Rai?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly to Chiang Rai with an average price of ฿1,907 return.
  • April (฿3,650) and May (฿3,420) are the most expensive.
  • Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Chiang Rai?

Evening flights to Chiang Rai are the cheapest at ฿2,795 return on average. Night flights are the most expensive at ฿5,557.

What is a good deal for flights to Chiang Rai?

Flights under ฿2,186 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Chiang Rai at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:

  • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport ฿2,128
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When are flights to Chiang Rai the cheapest?

Flights to Chiang Rai are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to Chiang Rai

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

฿1,184
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai

When to book flights to Chiang Rai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Chiang Rai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your questions about flights to Chiang Rai, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Chiang Rai?

    Thai AirAsia operates the most flights from Thailand to Chiang Rai at 35 per week, while Thai Vietjet Air is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from Thailand to Chiang Rai. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • How long are direct flights to Chiang Rai from different departure cities?

    Direct flight time to Chiang Rai varies depending on your departure city:
    • from Phuket City: 2h 05m
    • from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport: 1h 20m

  • Where can I fly from to get the cheapest fares to Chiang Rai?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Chiang Rai are from:
    • Bangkok, from ฿2,071 return

  • How many flights serve Chiang Rai?

    Chiang Rai receives 18 flights per day and 126 per week from across the world. Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport has the most flights to Chiang Rai with 46 weekly flights.

  • How do I know if a flight to Chiang Rai is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Chiang Rai is around ฿2,186 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Chiang Rai?

    Last-minute fares to Chiang Rai – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 15% above the average return fare of ฿2,791.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to Chiang Rai?

Your guide to booking Chiang Rai flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Chiang Rai, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Chiang Rai, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to be around ฿2,186 return. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a good deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, aim to travel to Chiang Rai in September. Return fares historically average ฿1,907 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to afternoon to save up to ฿2,762 per return. Afternoon flights to Chiang Rai average ฿2,795 compared to ฿5,557 for evening flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class, and route. On flights to Chiang Rai, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, Thai AirAsia includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, Thai Vietjet Air includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, and Thai Lion Air includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Chiang Rai

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Chiang Rai? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
Thai AirwaysOverall score based on 418 reviews
8.0Boarding
8.5Crew
7.5Food
7.7Comfort
6.9Entertainment
Airline reviews

Excellent service in business class. Well worth the slightly higher fare as it includes lounge access, additional luggage weight and a full hot meal on board.

10.0 ExcellentRamon, Jul 2026
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Excellent service in business class. Well worth the slightly higher fare as it includes lounge access, additional luggage weight and a full hot meal on board.

We still get drinks and a snack. Love the gift bags too.

Although booked meal of fruit only The crew had not received this special meal The same happened on my flight Bangkok / CAN The films are so old that best is to use own computer to watch downloads . Serve nuts but they do not warm up . Service is attentive , WC clean

The boarding efficiency was good. A couple of the flight attendants did not seem in the best of moods. Overall it was a good experience.

Always liked Thai Airways but in the past they have been very expensive, not being a millionaire just yet, I will use cheaper airlines. Bangkok to London £370 11 hours 45 mins. Old plane but ok. Lovely ladies on board, very polite. Food was ok. Will always use them if the price is right.

The flight attendants ignored us several times which was annoying. The sandwich thing wasn't very good but it's only an hour flight, it would have been better to have entertainment over bad food.

Extra seat belt across the chest 10 minutes before taking off and 15 minutes before landing seemed excessively safe.

The transfer from Domestic and International was a bit confusing but I am easily confused. I did not eat any food, but the food on the other leg was decent. It was nice they turned the lights off on the night flight. The plane was in good shape, but was a little cramped in economy and I am small. They gave me a customs form to fill out and nobody looked at it as I went through customs. Not a bad flight.

After going back and forth with the airline, they never reimbursed the airline tickets. Went around asking multiple people how to get reimbursed and kept getting put back, not satisfied with their customer service.

No working jet bridge to deplane, with priority customers deplaning last. Followed by bus to terminal.

The flight left on time and landed early. The attendants were polite and friendly. Thank you

Efficient and fast check in, courteous staff at counter and on board. On time departure and arrival. AIR ASIA is my favorite international thailand carrier for reasonable cost and excellent customer service!

Delayed us three times, changed gates twice, and then tried to charge for food on the plane.

Air Asia just dreadfull. Always poorest customer service and very unwelcoming staff which is clearly bread in from the Top down from the CEO

Everything was good. The red seats were a scam. Just like any other seat but red. Although they let you board earlier which was very nice.

Ontime, no frills, the cabin is clean, the ticket price is lower than the full-service airlines.

Took 4 flights in 5 days 3 out of 4 left late about one hour each.

No WiFi or movies. And the seat We’re uncomfortable. Good thing it was a short flight

It was on time! First time in a long time for Air Asia. Thank you!

I get so tired of the constant delays, but there are so few options. The plane is coming from Bangkok each time. Why are the flights so regularly delayed. I do appreciate the speed of the baggage delivery into the terminal.

Direct flight to BALI was good and convenient. Improvement suggestions - provide complimentary water

50 minutes delay on boarding,but overall delay time almost 2 hours on arrival.

I specifically searched for flight with checkin bags. Airfare assist website still sold tickets without check in bags and I had to pay 3 times more for my bad. Worst experience ever with untrained staff and haphazard boarding

As a frequent flyer, I was impressed with the smooth take off.

No frills means no frills... I just got on the plane and flew. That's all. Nothing more and nothing less. Or I did buy some water, they took cash only! LOL

First the flight delayed 1 hour ND then when we suppose to landing the pilot decided not to land at the chiang Mai Airport but the chiang rai airport

I rated the experience poor because I had to purchase new tickets to return to Phuket because the airline had no record of my flight.

i think allowing passenger to have personal handbags or bags in their lap is a safety issue. As for food there was not onbpard and had no other choice. We also waited for over 1hour 10 min for some reason and keep getting we will be departing soon.

Newer plane and comfortable. No wifi and thier website and App. are horrible. Tried to purchase luggage online and could not do it.

I don't like this airline. The website is not user friendly. I tried to check in multiple times and no joy. Then I googled why might this airline not let me check in and it said if you are checking baggage you can't check in. I really thought that I had purchased baggage. Because I have been traveling for 3 months and making sure that I pay for baggage on every flight. This flight they said that I had not purchased baggage but there is really no way to check on the passenger side.

I wasn't able to check in. The website could find my reservation but then an error occurred. I tried 4 times spread out through the day and got the error message every time.

well it was a short flight so there was no food but couldnt answer that question with a N/A There was no entertainment so N/A but the flight was great and staff was number #1

Never on time when I fly and Thai Vietjet App is too complicated. I had booked und paid for seat number 15A but when checked in, I got another seat number and row. I paid extra 50 bath for what??? They couldn’t change and I got no refund. No time to discuss with the ground crew to change it. I would never pay for seat anymore.

Excellent experience nothing could be improved with staff. Was hoping someday the airline will use tape recorded lfor languages that are not common to staff. Probably with AI it might be a good addition

We were packed in like sardines. They did not even serve water on the flight!

I get tired of Viet Jet's regular delays. I tell myself every time that I need tp switch to Air Asia, which I have, but AA doesn't always have flights when I need them. Oh well...

Everything were ok except that if we wanted to drink even a glass of water in the plane we had to pay !!

Great from start to finish. Staff very friendly. Flight smooth and comfortable.

Delay of 3 hrs and they offered only Macdonalds pineapple pays. Not any good

The return flight was delayed for more than 4 hours. Luckily we were in the airport way in advance and managed to reach out to the Nok Air sales office to squeeze us into the earlier flight.

Lead flight attendant was rude and not helpful. Very unprofessional.

Purchased additional baggage and the flight was canceled due to covid. When they rebooked us they didn’t carry over the extra baggage. They wanted to charge 3x the original ticket price for “added” weight… 6000 bhat for an additional 15kilo (which would of been easily covered by what we originally booked) took nearly 2 hours to work out and they only let us check in minutes before our flight boarded. Very unhappy.

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