Traveling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI): what you need to know
The timezone in Chiang Rai is UTC+7, which is seven hours ahead of Manchester.
To ensure you catch your MAN to CEI flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Traveling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)
At the moment, $395 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Chiang Rai International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $731. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from MAN to CEI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Manchester Airport to Chiang Rai International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from MAN to CEI.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
59.39% of flights that depart Manchester Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is around 18 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Manchester Airport to Chiang Rai International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near MAN:
Arriving at Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)
If you're getting in on a late Manchester Airport to Chiang Rai International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near CEI:
Grab a Chiang Rai International Airport rental car and discover Chiang Rai and beyond with your own wheels. Chic Car Rent, Drive Car Rental and Hertz are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Chiang Rai International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to central Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai International Airport to central Chiang Rai has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometers away.
When to fly to Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Chiang Rai International Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Chiang Rai. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Chiang Rai is April, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Book your flights from Manchester Airport to Chiang Rai International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAN to CEI sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
You've done Chiang Rai, now it's time to discover more of Thailand. Journey around 418 kilometers south-east to Udon Thani to check off its top attractions. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Chiang Mai is another favorite destination in Thailand and is around 153 kilometers south-west of Chiang Rai. No journey is complete without a visit to Doi Suthep, Kalare Night Bazaar and Wat Phra Singh.