Flying from Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Chiang Rai International Airport to Don Mueang International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Chiang Rai and Bangkok share the UTC+7 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Take your pick of 104 weekly Chiang Rai International Airport to Don Mueang International Airport flights. The 07:55 departure with Nok Air is the earliest available. Thai AirAsia operates the latest service of the day at 21:30.
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 on time to catch your CEI to DMK flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
With direct flights from Chiang Rai International Airport to Don Mueang International Airport available through a range of airlines, getting to Bangkok (and then other destinations in Thailand) is a snap. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Nok Air.
With 74.69% of services landing on schedule, Nok Air is the most punctual carrier offering CEI to DMK flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Chiang Rai International Airport to Don Mueang International Airport flight is $23. A return plane ticket right now is $50. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from CEI to DMK, book your trip six months before your departure date.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chiang Rai International Airport to Don Mueang International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from CEI to DMK.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Chiang Rai International Airport to Don Mueang International Airport.
Handy information about Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)
Of all flights leaving Chiang Rai International Airport, 73.36% land on time at their destination.
Central Chiang Rai to Chiang Rai International Airport is approximately 5 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Have an early flight from Chiang Rai International Airport to Don Mueang International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near CEI:
Arriving at Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
If you're coming in on a late Chiang Rai International Airport to Don Mueang International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near DMK:
Pick up a Don Mueang International Airport rental car and explore Bangkok and beyond with your own set of wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car rental and Hertz are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Don Mueang International Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to central Bangkok
Don Mueang International Airport to central Bangkok has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 17 miles away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
August is the busiest month for flights from Chiang Rai International Airport to Don Mueang International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Bangkok in February.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 79ºF and 99ºF. Book your flights from Chiang Rai International Airport to Don Mueang International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CEI to DMK in December. Average temperatures are between 66ºF and 91ºF then.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Thailand waiting to be explored. Around 290 miles north-east of Bangkok, a visit to Udon Thani will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Chon Buri is another must-experience destination in Thailand and is around 40 miles south-east of Bangkok. No journey is complete without experiencing Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.
