Traveling from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Chiang Rai Airport (CEI): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Don Mueang Airport to Chiang Rai Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.
Each week, there are 79 Don Mueang Airport to Chiang Rai Airport flights. If you want to take off early, go for the 06:05 Nok Air flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 19:45 with Thai AirAsia.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your DMK to CEI flight.
Traveling during a peak time like April? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
With direct flights from Don Mueang Airport to Chiang Rai Airport available through various airlines, getting to Chiang Rai (and then other parts of Thailand) is a breeze. You can travel nonstop with:
The airline most travelers fly with on this route is Thai AirAsia.
Nok Air is the most punctual carrier offering DMK to CEI flights. A reliable 80.0% of its services on this route arrive on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Chiang Rai Airport (CEI)
$23 is the best price for a one-way Don Mueang Airport to Chiang Rai Airport flight. A return flight starts at $62. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DMK to CEI if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Don Mueang Airport to Chiang Rai Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from DMK to CEI.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Don Mueang Airport to Chiang Rai Airport.
Handy information about Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Don Mueang Airport, 60% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Don Mueang Airport from central Bangkok, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Don Mueang Airport to Chiang Rai Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to DMK:
Arriving at Chiang Rai Airport (CEI)
If you're getting in on a late Don Mueang Airport to Chiang Rai Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near CEI:
Grab a Chiang Rai Airport rental car and discover Chiang Rai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Chic Car Rent, Drive Car Rental and Hertz are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Chiang Rai Airport about four weeks before you travel.
When to fly to Chiang Rai Airport (CEI)
The quietest month for a flight from Don Mueang Airport to Chiang Rai Airport is June, while April is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Chiang Rai based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Don Mueang Airport to Chiang Rai Airport for April if you'd like to visit Chiang Rai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DMK to CEI in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Udon Thani is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Chiang Rai. Around 418 kilometers away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Thai-Chinese Cultural Center, Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram.
Chiang Mai is another must-experience destination in Thailand and is around 153 kilometers south-west of Chiang Rai. No trip is complete without visiting Songkran Festival Chiang Mai, Doi Suthep and Elephant Conservation Park.


