Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Chiang Rai Airport (CEI): what you need to know
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LAX to CEI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Chiang Rai Airport (CEI)
Currently, R 7,419 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Chiang Rai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 15,095. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from LAX to CEI, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Chiang Rai Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LAX to CEI by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Chiang Rai Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
80% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of LAX.
Los Angeles International Airport is around 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Chiang Rai Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near LAX:
Arriving at Chiang Rai Airport (CEI)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Los Angeles International Airport to Chiang Rai Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CEI instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Chiang Rai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, Drive Car Rental or Hertz and experience more of Chiang Rai and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Chiang Rai Airport about four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Chiang Rai Airport (CEI) to central Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Chiang Rai. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
It typically takes 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Chiang Rai Airport (CEI)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Chiang Rai Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Chiang Rai. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in June.
Before locking in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Chiang Rai Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Chiang Rai, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LAX to CEI in January. Temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
Chiang Rai has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Thailand you should also see. Around 418 kilometres south-east of Chiang Rai, a trip to Udon Thani will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre, Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram.
Chiang Mai is another essential stop in Thailand and is around 153 kilometres south-west of Chiang Rai. No journey is complete without dropping by Songkran Festival Chiang Mai, Doi Suthep and Elephant Conservation Park.
