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Flights from Colombo to Chiang Rai

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Distance: 2,594 km
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Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)How far from city centre: 27 km
Chiang Rai airports

Book your flight from Colombo to Chiang Rai

Find direct and indirect flights from Colombo to Chiang Rai (Thailand) with eDreams. Once you have your results, sort them by schedule or price and book the option that best suits your plans.

A direct flight from Colombo to Chiang Rai takes around 4 h and 55 m, while indirect flights will take longer.

Airports and airlines connecting Colombo and Chiang Rai

Knowing where you set off from and where you arrive helps you organise your journey better. Consider the available airports and compare the different airlines operating on this route.

  • Departure airport: Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

Weather in Chiang Rai

The best time to visit may depend on your preferred climate. In Chiang Rai, the average temperature floats around 34ºC in the warmest months and 13ºC in the coldest ones. Keep this in mind when packing and planning any outdoor activities.

  • Highs: up to 35ºC
  • Lows: down to 12ºC
  • Hottest month: April
  • Coldest month: January
  • Driest month: January
  • Wettest month: August

How to save when flying from Colombo to Chiang Rai

A few tips for finding cheaper flights from Colombo to Chiang Rai:

  • Flexible dates: compare fares for two or three different departure days. Leaving a day earlier or later can make a noticeable difference to the price.
  • Baggage allowance: check what each fare includes before you book, so you aren't caught out by extra charges at the airport.
  • Airports on your route: confirm which airports you depart from and land at, especially if the city has more than one. This will help you plan your transfer and work out the total cost of getting around.

Looking for a bigger saving? Book a Flight + Hotel package to combine both in one booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in Chiang Rai. You can also save on a hire car by including it with your booking.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Colombo to Chiang Rai

On average, what is the price of a Colombo to Chiang Rai flight?
When flying from Colombo to Chiang Rai the average price will be €282. However, this price is dependant on several other factors like seasonality or the time in advance taken when booking the route.
For flights from Colombo to Chiang Rai, how can I find the cheapest price?
On eDreams we use machine learning to find the most economical flight between Colombo and Chiang Rai. By taking into account the combinations of airlines, stopovers, direct flights as well as the various criteria for the journeys, our search engine allows us to offer our customers the best price under the best conditions.
When booking, when is the best time to do so in order to get the best prices for Colombo to Chiang Rai flights?
The most popular month for flights from Colombo to Chiang Rai are: June, December and October.
When is the best time to travel from Colombo to Chiang Rai?
A good period of the year to visit Chiang Rai from Colombo really depends on lots of personal preferences, price being one of the main criteria When it comes to popularity, December is the best month to fly to Chiang Rai from Colombo, basedd on searches from our customers, followed by March and February. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds July, November and January are the months with fewer searches for the route Colombo -  Chiang Rai.
What is the duration of a flight from Colombo to Chiang Rai?
Flight time, on average, from Colombo to Chiang Rai is usually 4 h and 50 m on average, at an average distance of 2,593.66 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
What is the weather like in Chiang Rai compared to Colombo?
The average temperature in Colombo is 28º degrees in summer. Chiang Rai reaches 27º during the hot season. In winter, however, temperatures are around 21º degrees in Chiang Rai, compared to the 27º average degrees in Colombo.

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