Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Chiang Rai (CEI)

Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Chiang Rai (CEI)

Chiang Mai Airport
Chiang Rai
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Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Rai Destination Reviews

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Gloria D
Our driver was excellent! It was such a long late drive too. It was such a late arrival that we accidentally missed tipping him. We will try to book another ride within the company so that we can follow up with a tip
Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Rai, taxi Economy 3pax, Torch (ทอช), Jul 25, 2026
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Constance M
Very Nice, smiling and welcoming driver
Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Rai, taxi SUV 4pax, Torch (ทอช), Jul 25, 2026
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Mariama S
Very Kind Bus Driver and the Ride was very comfortable. 🥰(vip Bus)
Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Rai, Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jul 19, 2026
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Stefan S
Excellent ride with perfect driver!
Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Rai, Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Jul 19, 2026
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Ruben T
The bus broken
Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Rai, Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jul 17, 2026
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Annelies H
Paid for VIP. But it was al normal small bus full with 13 People. Nothing VIP about it!
Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Rai, Van VIP Minivan, Pai Friendly Tour, Jul 12, 2026
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Felix H
Everything Fine - a bit narrow to the front seat
Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Rai, Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jul 12, 2026
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Sarah O
The bus was really clean and great to get a bottle of water and she. We stopped the driver came down the bus giving wet wipes. A really nice touch. Journey was comfortable and felt very safe the whole journey despite road works and two accidents on the road.
Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Rai, Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jul 9, 2026
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Koen D
In the beginning there was a tiny misunderstanding about the itinerary, but that was quite easily fixed bij the host via Whatsapp, who did his utmost best to help us. I would recommend this service, especially since the pick-up is at your hotel, what is very convenient.
Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Rai, Van Van, So Good Airline Service and Travel, Jul 7, 2026
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Jonathan G
Great modern bus but no electrical chargers for phone and the driver didn't explain the number of stops in Chiang rai so I wasn't sure when I was going to get off.
Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Rai, Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jul 7, 2026
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Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Rai Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
06:20
14:20
$101.25
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
06:50
12:40
$187.17
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
07:10
12:40
$85.43
Flight
Nok Air
Economy
07:55
09:35
$106.93
Flight
Nok Air
Economy
08:15
15:00
$83.05
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
09:05
19:25
$64.84
Flight
Thai Airways
Economy
09:25
07:55
$116.80
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
09:45
15:50
$192.45
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
10:05
15:35
$92.85
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
10:25
15:35
$187.17
Flight
Thai Lion Air
Economy
10:50
18:40
$66.55
Flight
Nok Air
Economy
11:10
18:15
$63.14
Flight
Thai Lion Air
Economy
11:40
18:35
$101.82
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
12:00
17:20
$193.70
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
12:20
17:45
$190.43
Flight
Thai Lion Air
Economy
12:40
09:35
$58.02
Flight
Thai Lion Air
Economy
13:05
18:35
$101.47
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
13:25
17:45
$210.01
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
13:50
19:25
$90.44
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
14:10
19:25
$148.24

How to get from Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Rai

When you want to get from Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Rai, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Taxi ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 230.08. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 8.04.

How far is Chiang Mai Airport from Chiang Rai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Rai. Your trip will be a total of 94 miles (150 km). The flying distance is 94 miles (150 km).

How long does it take to get from Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Rai?

The travel time from Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Rai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 6 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Rai?

The cost of the trip from Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Rai varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)): travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 8.04 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 230.08.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Rai:

  • Bus tickets - USD 8.04 to USD 13.62;
  • Plane tickets - USD 106.51 to USD 106.51;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 127.28 to USD 230.08.

How many trips per day are there between Chiang Mai Airport and Chiang Rai?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 07:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 18:00. There are 19 available bus trips every day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 106.51.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai

Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย)

Buses

Taking a bus from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 127.28.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Rai

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Rai? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 95% decided to go for a bus.
  • 5% decided to catch a taxi.

Transportation from Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Rai

Facts about the transport from Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Rai

Cheapest Transport$9
Fastest Transport3h
Earliest Departure7:00 AM
Latest Departure6:00 PM
Departures per day48
Distance150 kilometers
Transport CompaniesJed Yord, Smart En Plus, Thai AirAsia