Bangkok to Chiang Rai Flights

New Bangkok International Airport

If you're on the hunt for affordable flights from Bangkok, make your job a whole lot easier by booking your travel with Orbitz.com. You'll be able to find the low fare you're looking for by comparing multiple pricing options at once and choosing the one that best fits your budget. New Bangkok International Airport, also called Suvarnabhumi Airport, is located about 18 1/2 miles east of downtown Bangkok. Located 16 miles from downtown Bangkok, the airport offers service from 96 airlines from all over the world.

Transportation to New Bangkok International Airport

One of the easiest ways to get to and from New Bangkok International Airport is via the Airport Rail Link. The Rail Link's express service runs nonstop between the terminal in the city and the airport, and the entire $4.75 trip takes about 15 minutes. You could also rent a car through Orbitz.com if you prefer to drive yourself. The car rental companies represented here include Avis, Hertz and Budget.

Parking at New Bangkok International Airport

There are both short-term and long-term parking options at New Bangkok International Airport. The short-term daily rate is 250 baht, or about $7.88. The daily rate for long-term parking is 140 baht, or roughly $4.41.

Dining at New Bangkok International Airport

If you've got time before your flight, you can try one of the airport's half dozen sit-down restaurants, which offer a wide range of cuisine. Kinramen restaurant is a popular choice, and offers delicious Japanese noodle dishes like soba and udon. Prices here range from about $4-$5 per meal. If you're in a rush, you'd be better served at one of the airport's fast food joints, which include Dairy Queen and Burger King. Let Orbitz.com help you find affordable flights from Bangkok and book all your other travel needs.

Chiang Rai International Airport

If your travels take you to northern Thailand, you can find great lodging deals and cheap flights to Chiang Rai on Orbitz.com. The local airport, Chiang Rai International Airport, is about four miles from the city center. This airport handles domestic flights from AirAsia and Thai Airways International, and it also has customs facilities to process visitors whose journeys originated in international cities.

Transportation from the Airport

Taxis are readily available to take you from Chiang Rai International Airport to your destination after you land. You can also rent a car from one of the car rental agencies in the passenger hall on the first floor. Some local hotels offer free shuttle transfers from the airport to the hotel. Call ahead to determine if your hotel offers this service.

Weather and Climate in Chiang Rai

Located 1,800 feet above sea level, Chiang Rai has three distinct seasons. The hot season, from March through May, has average temperatures in the 80s, with occasional temperatures as high as 107 degrees Fahrenheit. The end of May through October is the rainy season, also known as monsoon season, and temperatures tend to remain in the 70s during this period. City streets may flood during this time of year, and mist is often present. The cool season, from late October to February, has average temperatures in the 70s and tends to be dry and pleasant.

Visiting Chiang Rai, Thailand

The Santi Khiri village of Doi Mae Salong is particularly scenic and popular with visitors wanting to get a glimpse of the culture and history of the area. Other noteworthy attractions include the Hall of Opium, the Wat Rong Temple, and the viewpoint at Doi Tung. You can rely on Orbitz.com for all of your travel adventures, including cheap flights to Chiang Rai.