Minimum Connection Time at Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI/VTCT)

Chiang Rai, Thailand

How Long Do I Need to Change Planes at Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI/VTCT)?

Answer: At Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI/VTCT) in Chiang Rai, Thailand, you need a minimum of 40 minutes for domestic connections and 75 minutes for international connections.

This is the official Minimum Connection Time (MCT) set by airlines and airport authorities. However, we recommend adding extra time during peak hours or for international transfers.

Standard MCT Table

Connection Type Minimum Time
Domestic to Domestic 40 minutes
Domestic to International 75 minutes
International to Domestic 75 minutes
International to International 90 minutes
Interline Transfer 120 minutes

Terminal Information

Northern Thailand airport with domestic trunk routes and regional international flights.

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Airlines Operating at CEI

Thai VietJet
Thai AirAsia
Bangkok Airways

Frequently Asked Questions: CEI/VTCT Connection Times

How long do I need to change planes at CEI/VTCT?

Answer: You need a minimum of 40 minutes for domestic connections and 75 minutes for international connections at Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport.

What's the minimum connection time at CEI/VTCT?

Answer: The official minimum connection time at CEI/VTCT is 40 minutes for domestic flights and 75 minutes for international flights.

How much time do I need to transfer at CEI/VTCT?

Answer: For transfers at CEI/VTCT, allow 40 minutes for domestic connections and 75 minutes for international connections. Add extra time during peak hours.

Can I make a 40-minute connection at CEI/VTCT?

Answer: Yes, 40 minutes is the official minimum connection time for domestic flights at CEI/VTCT, but we recommend adding extra time for comfort and to account for delays.

Connection Tips

Tourist peaks—arrive early for check‑in.

Frequent Traveler's Hot Tip

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Pro Tip for Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI/VTCT)

Easy taxi and bus links to city and Golden Triangle.

Nearby Airports

Other major airports in the Asia region:

Suvarnabhumi Airport

BKK

Chiang Mai International Airport

CNX

Don Mueang International Airport

DMK

Phuket International Airport

HKT

Songkhla Airport

SGZ

Busiest Airports in Thailand

Top 5 busiest airports in Thailand:

Suvarnabhumi Airport

BKK (VTBS)
Bangkok, Thailand
MCT: 45 min domestic, 90 min international

Chiang Mai International Airport

CNX (VTCC)
Chiang Mai, Thailand
MCT: 35 min domestic, 75 min international

Don Mueang International Airport

DMK (VTBD)
Bangkok, Thailand
MCT: 50 min domestic, 90 min international

Phuket International Airport

HKT (VTSP)
Phuket, Thailand
MCT: 60 min domestic, 90 min international

Songkhla Airport

SGZ (VTSH)
Songkhla, Thailand
MCT: 35 min domestic, 65 min international

Google Maps Reviews & Ratings

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Airport Location

Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport is located at coordinates: 19.952, 99.882

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