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Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport guide

Updated 2026-10-08

Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport opened on 5 August 1992 and serves Thailand's far north. It stands in Ban Du subdistrict, Mueang Chiang Rai district, about 8 km from the centre of Chiang Rai. The airport was first called Chiang Rai Airport. It took its present name, in honour of Princess Srinagarindra, with royal permission from King Bhumibol Adulyadej.

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Services at Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport

3 of 6 available

Key facts

  • Passengers2.0M2,000,000 in 2025
  • Services5listed across 3 of 6 types
  • Movements13K12,868 flights a year
  • Local timeBangkok time
  • IATACEIICAO VTCT
  • Opened1992
  • Runways1
  • Terminals1mixed
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Terminals

1 terminal
  • PAMixedPassenger Terminal BuildingThai AirAsia, Nok Air, Thai Lion Air, Thai Airways International, Thai VietJet Air, Scoot

Nearby cities

straight-line distance
  • Chiang RaiSouthwest of the airport8 km

Questions

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What are the airport codes for Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport?

Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport uses the following codes: IATA: CEI, ICAO: VTCT. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.

Where is Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport located?

Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport is located in Chiang Rai, Chiang Rai Province, Thailand. The airport coordinates are 19.9523°, 99.8829°.

What services are available at Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport?

Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport offers: 1 parking options, 3 car rental companies, 1 nearby hotels. Click on each service type above to view detailed information.

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