Flying from London to Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI): What you need to know
When organising your flight from London to Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI), you'll have your pick of airports to jet out of. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Chiang Rai is seven hours ahead of London. Chiang Rai International Airport is located in Chiang Rai, which operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to CEI. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's smart to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from London to CEI even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to explore stopover cities along the route. Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is an option when departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
LHR is around 31 kms (19 miles) from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from London to Chiang Rai International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays near London Heathrow Airport:
Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from London to Chiang Rai International Airport. Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is a great option between London Gatwick Airport and CEI.
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kms (50 miles) away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your London to CEI flight? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
From the centre of London, STN is around 64 kms (40 miles) away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to reach the airport by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so on public transport.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your London to Chiang Rai International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Stansted Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance rating of STN is 64.73%. To put it simply, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
About Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)
Consider booking a hotel near CEI if you're catching a late flight from London to Chiang Rai International Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Chiang Rai International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, Drive Car Hire or Hertz and explore beyond Chiang Rai's main sights.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your London to Chiang Rai International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)
At the moment, £249 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Chiang Rai International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £424. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to CEI. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Affordable London to Chiang Rai International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)
August is when most people book flights from London to Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI). Plan your visit to Chiang Rai in February for a quieter experience.
Lock in a London to CEI plane ticket departing in April if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Chiang Rai to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from London to Chiang Rai International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Chiang Rai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Chiang Rai right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from London to Chiang Rai International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Wat Rong Khun, Wat Phra Kaew and Wat Huai Pla Kung are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Chiang Rai itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
You've seen Chiang Rai, now it's time to discover more of Thailand. Journey about 161 kms (100 miles) south-west to Chiang Mai to check off its leading attractions. From Songkran Festival Chiang Mai to Yi Peng and Loy Krathong (Lantern Festival) and Doi Suthep, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Lampang is another sought-after destination in Thailand and is around 193 kms (120 miles) south of Chiang Rai. No trip is complete without dropping by Wat Chiang Rai, Wat Phra Kaeo Don Tao and Wat Phra That Doi moung Kham.