Current Date And Time In Chiang Rai, Thailand
Thursday, 23 July 2026
02:54:35 ICT
Capital: Chiang Rai
Currency: Thai Baht (THB)
Timezone: UTC +07:00 (ICT)
Population: 1,299,000
Area: 11,678.37 km²
State Code: CR
Find states and regions closest to Chiang Rai in Thailand with precise aerial distance in miles, kilometers and nautical miles, plus exact 16-point compass bearing and heading direction. This location intelligence data is used by logistics professionals, supply chain analysts, market researchers, freight operators and travel planners working across Thailand and Asia.
Key Benefits: Proximity data for cross-state logistics routing • Distance intelligence for market expansion into adjacent regions • Compass directions for navigation and route planning • Real-world distance units for freight, shipping and aviation use • Strategic decision-making for multi-state operations in Thailand
To assist regional market researchers, location intelligence professionals and logistics managers in strategic decision-making, we have compiled the key geographic and demographic attributes for Chiang Rai from our regional database:
| Capital City | Chiang Rai |
| Total Population | 1,299,000 |
| Land Area | 11,678 km² |
| Population Density | 56.50 / km² |
| Center Latitude | 19.9105° N |
| Center Longitude | 99.8406° E |
| Average Elevation | 395 m (1,296 ft) |
| UTC Time Zone | +07:00 |
| Flag | Country | Distance | Direction | |||
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| Miles (mi) | Kilometers (km) | Nautical Miles (nm) | Heading | Symbol | ||
| Phayao | 51 mi | 83 km | 45 nm | South (S) | ⬆ |
| Bokeo | 62 mi | 100 km | 54 nm | East-northeast (ENE) | ⬆ |
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| Chiang Mai | 95 mi | 154 km | 83 nm | Southwest (SW) | ⬆ |
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| Nan | 105 mi | 169 km | 91 nm | Southeast (SE) | ⬆ |
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| Lamphun | 107 mi | 173 km | 93 nm | South-southwest (SSW) | ⬆ |
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| Loungnamtha | 110 mi | 177 km | 96 nm | Northeast (NE) | ⬆ |
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| Lampang | 114 mi | 184 km | 99 nm | South (S) | ⬆ |
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| Phrae | 117 mi | 188 km | 101 nm | South (S) | ⬆ |
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| Xiagnabouli | 118 mi | 190 km | 102 nm | East-southeast (ESE) | ⬆ |
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| Mae Hong Son | 129 mi | 207 km | 112 nm | West-southwest (WSW) | ⬆ |
Explore countries nearest to Chiang Rai by aerial distance, with exact distance in miles, kilometers and nautical miles plus compass bearing and direction heading. Cross-border proximity from Chiang Rai supports import/export planning, international market research, travel corridor analysis and multi-country logistics coordination across Asia.
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Compare population, land area and population density of states geographically closest to Chiang Rai. This regional demographic snapshot supports market sizing, site selection, logistics zone planning and cross-state business analysis across Asia.
| State | Country | Population | Area (km²) | Density (per km²) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chiang Rai (You) | Thailand | 1,299,000 | 11,678 | 56.50 |
| Phayao | Thailand | 471,000 | 6,335 | 42.79 |
| Bokeo | Laos | 203,468 | 6,196 | 26.02 |
| Chiang Mai | Thailand | 1,785,000 | 22,311 | 33.25 |
| Nan | Thailand | 478,000 | 11,472 | 24.36 |
| Lamphun | Thailand | 404,000 | 4,506 | 42.39 |
| Loungnamtha | Laos | — | 9,325 | — |
| Lampang | Thailand | 746,000 | 12,534 | 23.22 |
| Phrae | Thailand | 452,000 | 6,539 | 24.08 |
| Xiagnabouli | Laos | — | 16,389 | — |
| Mae Hong Son | Thailand | 247,000 | 12,681 | 7.85 |
How does Chiang Rai rank within Thailand? The top 10 states by population, land area and density are listed below — useful for regional benchmarking, investment prioritization and market-entry decisions. States where Chiang Rai appears are highlighted with ⭐.
| State | Population |
|---|---|
| Bangkok | 10,899,000 |
| Nakhon Ratchasima | 2,634,000 |
| Ubon Ratchathani | 1,876,000 |
| Khon Kaen | 1,797,000 |
| Chiang Mai | 1,785,000 |
| Chon Buri | 1,727,000 |
| Buriram | 1,595,747 |
| Udon Thani | 1,570,000 |
| Nakhon Si Thammarat | 1,556,000 |
| Si Sa Ket | 1,452,000 |
| State | Area (km²) |
|---|---|
| Chiang Mai | 22,311 |
| Nakhon Ratchasima | 20,494 |
| Kanchanaburi | 19,483 |
| Tak | 16,407 |
| Ubon Ratchathani | 15,745 |
| Surat Thani | 12,891 |
| Chaiyaphum | 12,778 |
| Mae Hong Son | 12,681 |
| Phetchabun | 12,668 |
| Lampang | 12,534 |
| State | Density/km² |
|---|---|
| Bangkok | 3,110.12 |
| Nonthaburi | 1,087.50 |
| Samut Prakan | 949.00 |
| Pathum Thani | 475.75 |
| Phuket | 429.51 |
| Samut Sakhon | 417.59 |
| Nakhon Pathom | 271.98 |
| Samut Songkhram | 249.04 |
| Pattani | 213.14 |
| Ang Thong | 199.60 |
Chiang Rai is a state or region within Thailand in Asia. Knowing which states and countries lie nearest to Chiang Rai is essential for regional market intelligence, inter-state trade corridor analysis, distribution network planning and cross-border logistics coordination. Distances are computed using the Great Circle (haversine) formula — the shortest aerial path between two geographic coordinates on Earth. View the nearby states or nearby countries above.
This page also lists countries nearest to Chiang Rai by aerial distance. You can also explore the full countries near Thailand page. Cross-border proximity data supports import/export planning, international market entry, travel corridor analysis and emergency logistics coordination across Asia.
Each nearby state or country includes a compass heading from Chiang Rai using the 16-point compass rose (N, NNE, NE, ENE, E, ESE, SE, SSE, S, SSW, SW, WSW, W, WNW, NW, NNW). The bearing angle (0°–360°) is shown with a rotating arrow — see the states and countries above. Useful for aviation planning, maritime navigation, overland trucking and understanding the spatial layout around Chiang Rai.
Knowing the distance from Chiang Rai to neighboring states helps travel professionals, tour operators, hospitality businesses and travelers plan efficient itineraries across Thailand. Also compare population and area data of nearby states.
Distances use the Great Circle (haversine) formula — the shortest aerial distance between two geographic coordinate points on Earth. Calculations use the latitude and longitude center point of each state. Results are shown in miles, kilometers and nautical miles. View the Chiang Rai map for exact GPS coordinates.
The compass heading shows the bearing from Chiang Rai to each neighboring state or country using the 16-point compass rose. The rotating arrow shows the degree bearing (0°–360°), where 0°/360° is North, 90° East, 180° South and 270° West. See the states table and countries table above.
See the States Near To Chiang Rai table above. Each row shows the state name, flag, distance in miles, kilometers and nautical miles, plus the compass direction and bearing symbol. You can also view the countries nearest to Chiang Rai below the states table, or compare all Thailand states by area, population and density.
For supply chain managers, freight companies, market research analysts and regional business developers, state-level proximity data is critical for distribution hub placement, delivery route optimization, sales territory planning and identifying the fastest overland routes between markets in Asia. Use the population & area comparison and Thailand state rankings on this page for deeper regional analysis. Also explore country population data, country area rankings and country timezones.
