There are 2 ways to get from Chiang Rai to Kathmandu by plane or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) flights
Comparing Your Travel Options
The cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to Kathmandu is to fly which costs $160 - $420 and takes 6h 26m.
The fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Kathmandu is to fly which takes 6h 26m and costs $160 - $420.
The distance between Chiang Rai and Kathmandu is 1725 km. The road distance is 2624.6 km.
It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Chiang Rai to Kathmandu, including transfers.
Kathmandu is 1h 15m behind Chiang Rai. It is currently 4:01 AM in Chiang Rai and 2:46 AM in Kathmandu.
Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Rai to Kathmandu is 2625 km. It takes approximately 42h 31m to drive from Chiang Rai to Kathmandu.
There are 1709+ hotels available in Kathmandu.
What companies run services between Chiang Rai, Thailand and Kathmandu, Nepal?
Thai Airways International, Thai AirAsia, and Thai Lion Mentari fly from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) 4 times a day.
- Website
- thaiairways.com
Flights from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport via Suvarnabhumi
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- $210–550
Want to know more about travelling around the world?
Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including The beginner’s guide to the 2018 World Nomad Games, How to get from London to Edinburgh, and Getting to Rome from the airport - to help you get the most out of your next trip.