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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chennai to Chiang Rai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chiang Rai.R 2,427 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Chiang Rai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,427, select.
Chiang Rai.R 2,482 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Jan.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Mon, 12 Jan, arriving in Chiang Rai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,482, select.
Chiang Rai.R 2,499 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Oct.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Chiang Rai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,499, select.
Chiang Rai.R 2,630 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Mon, 28 Jul, arriving in Chiang Rai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,630, select.
Chiang Rai.R 2,698 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Aug.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Chiang Rai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,698, select.
Chiang Rai.R 3,398 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Mar.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Fri, 6 Mar, arriving in Chiang Rai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,398, select.
Chiang Rai.R 3,837 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Dec.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Chiang Rai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,837, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Chiang Rai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chennai to Chiang Rai flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from R 2,630
Aug
from R 2,698
Sep
from R 2,427
Oct
from R 2,499
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Dec
from R 3,837
Jan
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Mar
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Chennai to Chiang Rai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chennai to Chiang Rai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chiang Rai.

Chennai to Chiang Rai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,427
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Chennai to Chiang Rai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chennai to Chiang Rai is R 5,417. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Chennai to Chiang Rai. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 5,417.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Chennai to Chiang Rai.
The cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Chiang Rai is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chennai Airport to Chiang Rai Airport on Thursday, 23 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chennai Airport and Chiang Rai Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chiang Rai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chiang Rai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Thai AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chiang Rai.

Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Chiang Rai is UTC+7, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Chennai.

  • To ensure you catch your MAA to CEI flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • If you want to visit another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Chiang Rai International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Suvarnabhumi Airport is a well-known stop between MAA and CEI.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Chiang Rai International Airport flight is R 2,427. A return plane ticket is currently R 5,417. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To score cheap tickets from MAA to CEI, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport to Chiang Rai International Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.

  • Picking up cheap flights from MAA to CEI is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chennai Airport to Chiang Rai International Airport.

Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • 76.04% of flights that take off from Chennai Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • Chennai Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip when using public transport typically takes 50 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near MAA? If you're boarding an early flight from Chennai Airport to Chiang Rai International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)

Getting from Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to central Chiang Rai

  • Chiang Rai International Airport to central Chiang Rai has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.

When to fly to Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Chiang Rai International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Chiang Rai. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Chiang Rai is April, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Book your flights from Chennai Airport to Chiang Rai International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAA to CEI in January. Temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.

Explore more of Thailand

  • Udon Thani is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be explored after you've experienced Chiang Rai. Around 418 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.

  • Chiang Mai is another must-experience destination in Thailand and is around 153 kilometres south-west of Chiang Rai. No journey is complete without dropping by Doi Suthep, Kalare Night Bazaar and Wat Phra Singh.

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