Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Chiang Rai travel guide

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With a population of 78.756, Chiang Rai is a must-see destination in Chiang Rai, Thailand. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Chiang Rai has to offer.

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When to visit Chiang Rai

Chiang Rai in June
Estimated hotel price
$13
1 night at 3-star hotel
Chiang Rai in June
Estimated hotel price
$13
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Chiang Rai

Plane

When flying to Chiang Rai, you’ll arrive at Chiang Rai (CEI), which is located 7 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Chiang Rai from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 32h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Chiang Rai is to pick up a car hire from Chiang Mai, which is about 153 km from Chiang Rai. You’ll find branches of ASAP Car Rentals and Sixt, among others, in Chiang Mai.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Chiang Rai Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1, located 0.4 km from the city centre of Chiang Rai. Chiang Rai Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2 is also a commonly used station, and is 6 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Chiang Rai, you’ll arrive at Chiang Rai (CEI), which is located 7 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Chiang Rai from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 32h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Chiang Rai is to pick up a car hire from Chiang Mai, which is about 153 km from Chiang Rai. You’ll find branches of ASAP Car Rentals and Sixt, among others, in Chiang Mai.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Chiang Rai Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1, located 0.4 km from the city centre of Chiang Rai. Chiang Rai Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2 is also a commonly used station, and is 6 km from the city centre.

Airports near Chiang Rai

NNTNan
CEIChiang Rai
CNXChiang Mai

Airlines serving Chiang Rai

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,835 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,930 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,242 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,273 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,066 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (148 reviews)
China Southern
Good (96 reviews)
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Where to stay in Chiang Rai

From 5-star hotels such as the The Riverie By Katathani to great affordable options like the Hi Chiangrai Hotel, Chiang Rai offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $39 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $97 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Garage and Rinlada House.

Where to stay in popular areas of Chiang Rai

Most booked hotels in Chiang Rai

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Le Méridien Chiang Rai Resort, Thailand
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$181+
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Laluna Hotel And Resort, Chiang Rai
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$66+
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Nak Nakara Hotel-Sha Extra Plus
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$69+
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B2 Chiang Rai Boutique & Budget
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$20+
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Hiring a car in Chiang Rai

Expect to pay $2.10 per litre in Chiang Rai (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $25.11 and $33.48. The most frequently booked car type in Chiang Rai is Full-size (Class Full-size SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Honda HR-V or similar) is, on average, 39% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.10 per litre in Chiang Rai (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $25.11 and $33.48. The most frequently booked car type in Chiang Rai is Full-size (Class Full-size SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Honda HR-V or similar) is, on average, 39% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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