On this page, you can find and book flights from Phuket to Chiang Rai. The distance between the cities is 1,340 km, and direct air service is available about twice a week.
Flights on this route are operated by airline VZ. Ticket prices depend on the season and booking date, so use the low price calendar and dynamics charts to find the best deals. To plan your transfer, check out the information on how to get to Phuket Airport and how to get from Chiang Rai Airport.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Phuket — Chiang Rai by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 80 in n, and the most expensive are around AED 336 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Phuket → Chiang Rai, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 173 | low | May | AED 260 | high | Sep | AED 202 | medium |
| Feb | AED 164 | low | Jun | AED 375 | high | Oct | AED 202 | medium |
| Mar | AED 154 | low | Jul | AED 308 | high | Nov | AED 164 | low |
| Apr | AED 250 | medium | Aug | AED 337 | high | Dec | AED 173 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Chiang Rai is characterized by a hot April with temperatures reaching 34.4°C and a cool period in January, when the average minimum is 14.5°C. The wettest month is August (about 368 mm of precipitation), while the driest is March.
The lowest flight prices are recorded in March, when a flight costs AED 80. Peak costs occur in May, when ticket prices for this destination rise AED 472.
March is considered the optimal time for a trip: this is when you'll find the lowest fares and dry weather. We recommend avoiding May due to high ticket costs and August due to the peak of the rainy season.
Air service between Phuket and Chiang Rai is provided by one main airline — VZ (Thai Vietjet Air). The carrier operates about two direct flights per week, connecting these two regions of Thailand without the need for layovers. You can find detailed information about schedules for specific dates and available flight options in the list of airlines below.
Flights Phuket — Chiang Rai depart from Phuket International Airport and arrive at Chiang Rai International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The average direct flight time on this route is about 2 hours. The duration may vary slightly depending on weather conditions and the specific flight.
The main carrier operating direct flights is VZ (Thai Vietjet Air). Connecting flights via Bangkok with other airlines are also available.
Ticket prices change constantly depending on demand and season. To find the current minimum, we recommend using the low price calendar provided on this page.
All flights on this route arrive at Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI), located in northern Thailand.
The most favorable fares are usually available when booking 3–4 weeks before departure. It is also worth considering flights during low-demand periods, such as March.
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