Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Thailand

VTCTCEI

Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport

Chiang Rai, Thailand

ICAO

VTCT

IATA

CEI

Category

International Hub

Elevation

1,280 ft

Country

Thailand

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at VTCT

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport (VTCT / CEI) in Chiang Rai, Thailand, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

VTCT is listed in our network as an international hub with high traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Thailand

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Thailand.

Applicable permit lead times for Thailand are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.

For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Thailand are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at VTCT

Direct FBO and handler coordination at VTCT covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9.

Jet A1 Fuel at VTCT

Fuel on record at Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport: Jet fuel only. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to VTCT

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for VTCT: 19° 57′ 7″ N 99° 52′ 59″ E; elevation 1,280 ft; local time UTC+7.

Crew & Passenger Services in Chiang Rai

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Chiang Rai.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at VTCT.

Cargo Operations at VTCT

Support for freighter operations into VTCT covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Field Information

Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport

Latitude
19° 57′ 7″ N
Longitude
99° 52′ 59″ E
ICAO code
VTCT
IATA code
CEI
Municipality
Chiang Rai
Timezone
UTC+7
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 9
Airport Category
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To CEI?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for VTCT.

Submit flight inquiry for VTCT

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – VTCT

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport?

The ICAO code is VTCT and the IATA code is CEI.

Is Jet A1 available at VTCT?

Yes. Fuel on record at Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport is Jet fuel only; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at VTCT?

Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9.

What time zone does VTCT operate in?

Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport operates on UTC+7.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for VTCT?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for VTCT.