The flight distance from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) in Austin, United States to Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) in Chiang Rai, Thailand is 14,132 kilometers (8,781 miles / 7,631 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 339°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Thailand. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:08 in Austin, it's 09:08 in Chiang Rai. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Chiang Rai (CEI) to Austin (AUS) follows a heading of 19° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.