Domestic only · Transit via Bangkok
CEI does not offer nonstop international flights.
Most passengers from Chiang Rai connect via Suvarnabhumi (BKK) or Don Mueang (DMK) for international routes. Aviasales finds the cheapest connection live.
Mae Fah Luang Chiang Rai Airport (CEI, ICAO VTCT) is in Chiang Rai, Thailand. It is the based hub of Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air and Thai Smile. In the SiamFlights catalogue, CEI is served by 5 airlines across 1 routes (0 outbound, 1 inbound).
Airport at a glance
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| IATA / ICAO | CEI / VTCT |
| City / country | Chiang Rai, Thailand |
| Direct destinations (catalogued) | 0 |
| Reached from (origins) | 1 |
| Based hub carriers | Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air and Thai Smile |
| Coordinates | 19.952, 99.883 |
Airlines serving CEI
| Airline | Alliance | Baggage | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thai AirAsia (FD) | non-aligned | 7 kg | hub |
| Thai Lion Air (SL) | non-aligned | 15 kg | hub |
| Thai Smile (WE) | — | — | hub |
| Thai Vietjet (VZ) | non-aligned | 7 kg | |
| Nok Air (DD) | non-aligned | 15 kg |
CEI route overview
Inbound
| Route | Freq/wk | Hours | Market low |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bangkok (BKK) → Chiang Rai (CEI) | 42× | 1.3 | — |
Corridors & fares from CEI
Most CEI corridors here serve ASEAN & regional leisure travellers. The mix is 1 short hop (under 4 h). Fares are shown in Thai baht (THB), and each route guide below carries live cached prices.
Direct flights to CEI — 1 routes
FAQ
Where is CEI airport located?
CEI (ICAO VTCT) is in Chiang Rai, Thailand.
Which airlines serve CEI?
5 airlines serve CEI, including Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air, Thai Smile and Thai Vietjet. Compare baggage and alliances in the table above.
How many routes run from/to CEI?
The SiamFlights catalogue lists 0 outbound and 1 inbound routes for CEI.
Is CEI an airline hub?
CEI is a primary hub for Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air and Thai Smile.
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