Flying from Toronto to Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI): What you need to know
Organising your flight from Toronto to Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) begins with finding the right airport to take off from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are your options in Toronto.
Chiang Rai is 11 hours ahead of Toronto. Chiang Rai International Airport is located in Chiang Rai, which operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Toronto to CEI, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Travelling from central Toronto to YYZ takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kms (17 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Pearson International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Toronto to Chiang Rai International Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
Of the departures from Pearson International Airport, 63.97% arrive on time at their destination.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is around 3 kms (2 miles) from central Toronto. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Toronto to CEI flight? Kick back in a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 62.09%.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
The trip to YKF from central Toronto is around 4 hours 5 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 105 kms (65 miles) or so.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to Region of Waterloo International Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Toronto to Chiang Rai International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of YKF is 63.64%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Toronto to Chiang Rai International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near CEI:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Chiang Rai International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Chic Car Rent, Drive Car Hire or Hertz and explore beyond Chiang Rai's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Toronto to Chiang Rai International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Chiang Rai International Airport is £411. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £794. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Toronto to CEI if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)
August is the most popular month for flights from Toronto to Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI). Plan your visit to Chiang Rai in February for a more laid-back experience.
Book a Toronto to CEI plane ticket departing in April if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Chiang Rai to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Toronto to Chiang Rai International Airport in January when temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Chiang Rai
After booking your flight from Toronto to Chiang Rai International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chiang Rai:
Your trip to Chiang Rai won't be complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions worth exploring include Wat Rong Khun, Wat Phra Kaew and Wat Huai Pla Kung.
Explore more of Thailand
You've done Chiang Rai, now it's time to explore other corners of Thailand. Journey about 161 kms (100 miles) south-west to Chiang Mai to tick off its leading attractions. From Songkran Festival Chiang Mai to Yi Peng and Loy Krathong (Lantern Festival) and Doi Suthep, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another side of Thailand, consider Lampang, about 193 kms (120 miles) south of Chiang Rai. Wat Chiang Rai, Wat Phra Kaeo Don Tao and Wat Phra That Doi moung Kham are among its highlights.
