Travelling from Samui International Airport (USM) to Chiang Rai Airport (CEI): what you need to know
To ensure you get on your USM to CEI flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like December, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Samui International Airport (USM) to Chiang Rai Airport (CEI)
At the moment, 111 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Samui International Airport to Chiang Rai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 232 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from USM to CEI if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Samui International Airport to Chiang Rai Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from USM to CEI by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Samui International Airport to Chiang Rai Airport.
Handy information about Samui International Airport (USM)
Samui International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 83% of flights that take off from USM land on time.
To get to Samui International Airport from central Koh Samui, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Samui International Airport to Chiang Rai Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near USM:
Arriving at Chiang Rai Airport (CEI)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Samui International Airport to Chiang Rai Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CEI instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Chiang Rai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Chic Car Rent, Drive Car Rental or Hertz and chase adventure across Chiang Rai and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Chiang Rai Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Chiang Rai Airport (CEI) to central Chiang Rai
From Chiang Rai Airport, Chiang Rai is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Chiang Rai Airport (CEI)
The quietest month for a flight from Samui International Airport to Chiang Rai Airport is June, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Chiang Rai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Samui International Airport to Chiang Rai Airport, consider the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Chiang Rai, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from USM to CEI sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Thailand
Chiang Rai has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Thailand you should also see. Around 418 kilometres south-east of Chiang Rai, a visit to Udon Thani will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre, Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Thailand, consider Chiang Mai, about 153 kilometres south-west of Chiang Rai. Songkran Festival Chiang Mai, Doi Suthep and Elephant Conservation Park are highlights.
