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Chiang Rai International Airport (Mae Fah Luang) to Chiang Rai — Transport Guide 2026

Chiang Rai Airport (CEI) is only 8 km from the city centre — one of Thailand's closest airport-to-city distances. Airport bus + Grab are the standard options.

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Last updated: 2026-07

By AirConnect Editorial
Cheapest
Airport bus (~$0.55)
Fastest
Grab (~15 min)

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Airport-to-city bus

bus · Best for: Best value
Cost
THB 20 ($0.55)
Time
25-35 min
Frequency
Every 30-60 min
Direct to city centre + bus terminal.

Airport taxi (fixed rates)

taxi · Best for: Direct
Cost
THB 200-300 ($6-9)
Time
15-25 min
Frequency
On-demand
Fixed rates. Buy at taxi kiosk in arrivals.

Grab / Bolt

ride share · Best for: App-based
Cost
THB 150-250 ($4-7)
Time
15-25 min
Frequency
On-demand
Grab widely used + cheaper than taxi in Chiang Rai.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

No queues, no scam risk. Driver meets you inside arrivals with your name. Price locked before you fly.

Getting out of Chiang Rai (CEI)

Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

Our pick

Driver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.

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Frequently asked

How far is Chiang Rai International Airport (Mae Fah Luang) from Chiang Rai?
Chiang Rai International Airport (Mae Fah Luang) (CEI) is 8 km from Chiang Rai city centre.
What is the cheapest way from CEI to Chiang Rai?
Airport bus (~$0.55)
What is the fastest way from CEI to Chiang Rai?
Grab (~15 min)