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Flight deals from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi to Chiang Rai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Rai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $81. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Chiang Rai.$81 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Chiang Rai.Inbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Chiang Rai on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $81, select.

Chiang Rai.$81 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Chiang Rai.Inbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Chiang Rai on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $81, select.

Chiang Rai.$81 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Oct, returning Tue, 6 Oct.Return flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Chiang Rai.Inbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Chiang Rai on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $81, select.

Chiang Rai.$88 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Wed, 4 Nov.Return flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Chiang Rai.Inbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Chiang Rai on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $88, select.

Chiang Rai.$100 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Mar, returning Tue, 9 Mar.Return flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Chiang Rai.Inbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Chiang Rai on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $100, select.

Chiang Rai.$101 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Feb, returning Sun, 28 Feb.Return flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Wed, 24 Feb, arriving in Chiang Rai.Inbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Chiang Rai on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $101, select.

Chiang Rai.$117 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Sep, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Chiang Rai.Inbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Chiang Rai on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $117, select.

Chiang Rai.$119 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Dec, returning Tue, 15 Dec.Return flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in Chiang Rai.Inbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Chiang Rai on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $119, select.

Chiang Rai.$120 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Thu, 12 Nov.Return flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Chiang Rai.Inbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Chiang Rai on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $120, select.

Chiang Rai.$122 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct, returning Sat, 13 Mar.Return flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Chiang Rai.Inbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Chiang Rai on Sat, 13 Mar, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $122, select.

Chiang Rai.$126 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov, returning Fri, 11 Dec.Return flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Chiang Rai.Inbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Chiang Rai on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $126, select.

Chiang Rai.$126 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Jan, returning Wed, 27 Jan.Return flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Fri, 22 Jan, arriving in Chiang Rai.Inbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Chiang Rai on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $126, select.

Chiang Rai.$127 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Feb, returning Fri, 5 Mar.Return flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Chiang Rai.Inbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Chiang Rai on Fri, 5 Mar, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $127, select.

Chiang Rai.$128 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Jan, returning Wed, 3 Feb.Return flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in Chiang Rai.Inbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Chiang Rai on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $128, select.

Chiang Rai.$130 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Wed, 17 Feb.Return flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Chiang Rai.Inbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Chiang Rai on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $130, select.

Chiang Rai.$135 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Dec, returning Sun, 17 Jan.Return flight with Thai VietJet Air.Outbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Fri, 18 Dec, arriving in Chiang Rai.Inbound direct flight with Thai VietJet Air departs from Chiang Rai on Sun, 17 Jan, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $135, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi to Chiang Rai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Bangkok Suvarnabhumi to Chiang Rai flights are currently cheapest in September.

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Bangkok to Chiang Rai: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$81
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	1 hr, 29 mins
Most popular airline	Thai VietJet Air
Average flights per week	156

Finding cheap flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi to Chiang Rai: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi to Chiang Rai?

The best price we found for a return flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi to Chiang Rai is $81. 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 Bangkok Suvarnabhumi to Chiang Rai?

1 hour and 29 minutes is the average flight time from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi to Chiang Rai.

Which airlines fly direct from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi to Chiang Rai?

Thai VietJet Air, Hahn Air Systems and Thai Airways fly direct from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi to Chiang Rai.

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

As of September 2026, there are 156 flights per week flying from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi to Chiang Rai.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi to Chiang Rai?

The cheapest month to fly from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi to Chiang Rai is usually September.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Rai Airport on Tuesday, 29 September 2026.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 29 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Chiang Rai?

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 Chiang Rai 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 Chiang Rai?

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

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

Currently, Thai VietJet Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chiang Rai.

Flying from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Chiang Rai Airport (CEI): what you need to know

The average length of a direct flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Rai Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Every week, there are 55 Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Rai Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BKK to CEI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time such as January? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Rai Airport, so jetting off to Chiang Rai (and then seeing more parts of Thailand!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Thai Airways.
Thai AirAsia tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for BKK to CEI flights, with 80.17% of services landing as scheduled.

How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Chiang Rai Airport (CEI)

Currently, $38 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Rai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $81. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from BKK to CEI.
Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Rai Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Snapping up cheap flights from BKK to CEI is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new deal comes up.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Rai Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

74% of flights that leave from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport is around 31 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Rai Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to BKK:

Arriving at Chiang Rai Airport (CEI)

If you're landing on a late Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Rai Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near CEI:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Chiang Rai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, Drive Car Rental or Hertz and explore beyond Chiang Rai's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Chiang Rai Airport about four weeks before your travel date.

When to fly to Chiang Rai Airport (CEI)

The quietest month for a flight from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Rai Airport is June, while April is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Chiang Rai based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Chiang Rai is April, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Book your flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Chiang Rai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from BKK to CEI in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.

Explore more of Thailand

You've done Chiang Rai, now it's time to explore other parts of Thailand. Journey about 418 kilometres south-east to Udon Thani to check off its top sights. From Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre to Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram, your itinerary will be busy.
Chiang Mai is another standout destination in Thailand and is around 153 kilometres south-west of Chiang Rai. No journey is complete without seeing Songkran Festival Chiang Mai, Doi Suthep and Elephant Conservation Park.