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You can fly direct with Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air and Nok Air. Average duration is 1h 24m
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Cheap Flights from Don Mueang Intl to Chiang Rai (DMK-CEI)

 
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Price, demand and travel trends for Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai flights

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

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai, it is 4% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 7% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai at $55 round-trip.
  • April ($108) and May ($97) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 96% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai the cheapest?

Flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 38% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Don Mueang Intl to Chiang Rai

 
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Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

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One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

Key details for Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai flights

Low season

June
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 7% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 10% increase in price.

When to book flights from Don Mueang Intl to Chiang Rai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Don Mueang Intl 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 Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai flight questions, answered

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

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai flights?

    Among airlines operating Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai flights:

    • Thai AirAsia: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai?

    3 airlines operate flights between Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport and Chiang Rai. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Thai AirAsia
    • Thai Lion Air
    • Nok Air

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai?

    Flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai usually depart from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK) and arrive at Chiang Rai (CEI).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Thai AirAsia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Thai Lion Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Nok Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $11–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Nok Air and Thai Lion Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 11% on the Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $76 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $85, a difference of $9. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 42 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 30%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:55 am and lands at 8:19 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:25 pm and lands at 8:49 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 24m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 20% above the route average of $79. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai?

    A nonstop flight from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai takes 1h 24m, covering 420 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How does Nok Air’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai flights?

    Nok Air is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Thai AirAsia has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai flights are:

    • Nok Air: 91% on time
    • Thai AirAsia: 86% on time
    • Thai Lion Air: 81% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 85% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • What car rental options are available at Chiang Rai Airport (CEI)?

    Chiang Rai Airport (CEI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $13 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 Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai flight?

    Round-trip flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai range from $65 to $103, with an average of $79 over the past 12 months. Anything below $65 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $76 - about $9 less than Sunday (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 38% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai trip for September. Fares historically average $55 round-trip in that month - typically $53 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Nok Air is the strongest pick on this route. 91% of Nok Air flights from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport to Chiang Rai arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 85%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour 42 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chiang Rai Airport.
    - The Loft at Chiangrai

Prefer to fly direct from Bangkok Don Mueang Intl to Chiang Rai?

 
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Direct departures

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl to Chiang Rai

Monday

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia,Thai Lion Air

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia, +1 more

Tuesday

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia,Thai Lion Air

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia, +1 more

Wednesday

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia,Thai Lion Air

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia, +1 more

Thursday

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia,Thai Lion Air

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia, +1 more

Friday

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia,Thai Lion Air

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia, +1 more

Saturday

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia,Thai Lion Air

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia, +1 more

Sunday

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia,Thai Lion Air

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia, +1 more

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Direct returns

Chiang Rai to Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Monday

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia,Thai Lion Air

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia, +1 more

Tuesday

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia,Thai Lion Air

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia, +1 more

Wednesday

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia,Thai Lion Air

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia, +1 more

Thursday

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia,Thai Lion Air

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia, +1 more

Friday

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia,Thai Lion Air

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia, +1 more

Saturday

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia,Thai Lion Air

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia, +1 more

Sunday

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia,Thai Lion Air

Nok Air,Thai AirAsia, +1 more

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