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

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

Chiang Rai Airport
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Chiang Rai Airport to Chiang Mai Destination Reviews

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Taylor W
Wet food service and on time. Thank you .
Chiang Rai Airport to Chiang Mai, Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), May 21, 2026
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Xavi F
I've got a fat girl near me, if some use 1 sit and half, have to pay for 1 sit and half
Chiang Rai Airport to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), May 19, 2026
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Christina C
What’s good: - Easy to book, confirmation email sent immediately - My transport was an 11-seater, vehicle looks new-ish and clean - I was picked up from the comfort of my hotel (instead of having to go to the bus station) What can be improved: - No communication from service provider apart from the auto confirmation email. I have to WhatsApp them to ask what time is pick up (I was informed pick up is between 1 - 1:30pm) & if driver is going to come and find me in lobby - Driver was driving very fast - it felt unsafe. He was racing through pot holes and overtaking cars. I understand this may be common / how driving is in Thailand, but felt unsafe. I rather the travel time is 4 - 4.5 hours and he doesn’t have to rush
Chiang Rai Airport to Chiang Mai, Van Minivan, K Buddy (เค บัดดี้), May 17, 2026
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Samantha S
Was a little bit wary about using the bus for the first time in Thailand but really pleased 😊 Bus was spacious, snacks, reclining seats and water with a toilet on board. No problems at all on the journey from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai. All on time and easy to navigate, would use again 👍
Chiang Rai Airport to Chiang Mai, Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Apr 25, 2026
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Monica S
The driver picked us up right on time and was very nice and friendly. He made stops at a café and a 7-Eleven so we could grab breakfast, which we really appreciated. During the trip, he also shared interesting information about the city on our way to our destination. Overall, a great experience!
Chiang Rai Airport to Chiang Mai, taxi Economy 3pax, Thailand Travel Taxi (ไทยแลนด์ ทราเวล แท็กซี่), Apr 25, 2026
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Ella
Punctual, but the bus seats very very uncomfortable compared to the first bus we were on. Also the air conditioning was full of soot - black fingers after trying to adjust the airflow. The bus had a very annoying beeping noise coming from the front (assuming this was a speed indicator and the driver was going to fast) but the beeping would go on for long period of time and made it impossible to sleep on the bus ride.
Chiang Rai Airport to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Apr 22, 2026
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Susan M
Avoid we had to chase confirmation of pickup by whats app. We were informed pick up 1pm to 1.30 we had to get our hotel to call they didn’t pick us up until 1.50 then drove like a maniac speeding and tailgating other cars to get to the pickup point for van did not feel safe at all. No apology for lateness
Chiang Rai Airport to Chiang Mai, Van Minivan, K Buddy (เค บัดดี้), Apr 19, 2026
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Kristina L
It was great. Pleaset driver, very fast. Personal Taxi from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai. Just great.
Chiang Rai Airport to Chiang Mai, Van Car + Minivan + Bus, Yortdoy Travel (ยอดดอย ทราเวล), Apr 10, 2026
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Kris L
Schedule on time, water, toilets, confortable seats .the trip is almost direct 2 stops at the beginning and then direct road
Chiang Rai Airport to Chiang Mai, Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Apr 2, 2026
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Ludovic B
Very comfortable and punctual
Chiang Rai Airport to Chiang Mai, Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Mar 31, 2026
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Chiang Rai Airport to Chiang Mai Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Flight
Nok Air
Economy
08:15
15:05
€58.00
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
08:35
14:35
€108.54
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
09:00
14:00
€82.66
Flight
Nok Air
Economy
09:20
14:00
€76.50
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
10:00
16:10
€159.84
Flight
Thai Airways
Economy
10:20
16:25
€137.67
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
10:50
10:15
€50.00
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
11:15
17:15
€164.49
Flight
Nok Air
Economy
12:30
18:25
€73.00
Flight
Nok Air
Economy
12:55
17:40
€67.67
Flight
Thai Airways
Economy
13:40
23:15
€82.00
Flight
Thai Airways
Economy
14:25
23:35
€129.50
Flight
Thai Lion Air
Economy
14:50
21:15
€90.00
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
15:20
21:35
€53.00
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
15:50
22:05
€102.47
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
16:20
22:05
€194.17
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
17:00
22:05
€156.09
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
17:30
07:25
€123.87
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
17:55
22:05
€103.84
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
18:15
22:30
€118.90

How to get from Chiang Rai Airport to Chiang Mai

When you want to get from Chiang Rai Airport to Chiang Mai, 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 Flight 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 EUR 168.81. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as EUR 7.16.

How far is Chiang Rai Airport from Chiang Mai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Chiang Rai Airport to Chiang Mai. 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 Rai Airport to Chiang Mai?

The travel time from Chiang Rai Airport to Chiang Mai 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 Rai Airport to Chiang Mai?

The cost of the trip from Chiang Rai Airport to Chiang Mai 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 EUR 7.16 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 EUR 168.81.

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

  • Bus tickets - EUR 7.16 to EUR 10.04;
  • flight price: EUR 89.80. From Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai starting from 09:10 Chiang Rai Airport until 09:10 Chiang Rai Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 95.88 to EUR 168.81.

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 07:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 18:00. There are 13 available bus trips every day.
  • 3 by flight from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai starting from 09:10 Chiang Rai Airport until 09:10 Chiang Rai Airport
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai 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 Rai to Chiang Mai. 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 EUR 95.88.

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 Rai Airport to Chiang Mai

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chiang Rai Airport to Chiang Mai? 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:

  • 99% decided to go for a bus.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Chiang Rai Airport to Chiang Mai

Facts about the transport from Chiang Rai Airport to Chiang Mai

Cheapest Transport€8
Fastest Transport3h
Earliest Departure7:30 AM
Latest Departure6:00 PM
Departures per day29
Distance150 kilometers
Transport CompaniesFirstplan Transport Services, Glassflower, Jed Yord, Smart En Plus, Thai Lion Air