Mae Fah Luang–Chiang Rai International Airport
Northern Thailand's international airport reference.
Search aircraft on LineaumMae Fah Luang–Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI/VTCT) is the airport for Chiang Rai and northern Thailand. Airports of Thailand publishes international arrival and passenger guidance for CEI.
Handling, aircraft acceptance, customs and the final resort or regional transfer should be confirmed for the requested date.
- Distance
- Approximately 10km northeast of Chiang Rai
- Runway
- 3,000m / 9,843ft reference runway
- Operating
- Confirm current airport and handling arrangements.
- Fuel
- Jet A-1
- Customs
- The airport publishes international passenger procedures; confirm current arrangements.
- FBOs
- 1 listed
Private aviation suitability
CEI is the reference international airport for Chiang Rai and northern Thailand.
- Chiang Rai city travel
- Northern Thailand
- Golden Triangle access
Key operational facts
Airport access and operating details should be confirmed for the aircraft and requested date.
- Runway summary
- 3,000m / 9,843ft reference runway
- Published hours
- Confirm current airport and handling arrangements.
- Fuel
- Jet A-1
- Customs
- The airport publishes international passenger procedures; confirm current arrangements.
- ICAO
- VTCT
- IATA
- CEI
- Facility type
- airport
Runway information
Runway dimensions are one part of an aircraft performance assessment; weather, weight, temperature, runway condition and operator approvals also matter.
- Identifier
- 03/21
- Length
- 3,000m
- Width
- 45m
- Surface
- Asphalt
Slots, PPR and operating context
Coordination requirements can vary by movement, season and airport procedure.
- Other constraints
- Handling, weather, aircraft acceptance and regional transfer timing can affect the plan.
FBO and handling
The providers listed here are identified in airport or authority information; confirm current availability and services for the movement.
Chiang Rai airport handling
- Passenger handling
- Trip support
- Ground transport coordination
Aircraft suitability
Aircraft selection remains subject to performance calculations, passenger and baggage requirements, weather, runway condition and operator approval.
- light and midsize business aircraft
- selected larger aircraft where approved
Confirm aircraft acceptance, handling and international procedures.
Access to Chiang Rai
Ground transfer times are approximate and traffic-dependent.
- Distance
- Approximately 10km northeast of Chiang Rai
- Planning note
- Road time to the city and Golden Triangle varies with destination and season.
Destination served
This airport guide covers private-aviation access for the destination.
Connected private jet routes
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Frequently asked questions: CEI
What are the airport codes for Chiang Rai?
Mae Fah Luang–Chiang Rai International Airport uses IATA code CEI and ICAO code VTCT.
Does CEI handle international movements?
The airport publishes international passenger arrival procedures, but the operator should confirm current handling and entry arrangements.
What should be confirmed before using CEI?
Confirm handling, customs, operating conditions, aircraft acceptance and the final northern Thailand transfer.
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