Thailand domestic air travel

Especially in the peak season it is wise to book domestic flight services in advance, though tickets can be purchased at the air hubs if available; the tax for domestic flight services is included in the ticket’s price.

The majority of the domestic flights are operated by Thai Airways, the country’s main airline, and travels to more than 20 main cities and towns; today Bangkok Airways covers only a few destinations from the capital city, including the seaside resorts of Hua Hin, Rayong and Koh Samui. Domestic flight services depart from the new Suvarnabhumi air hub as well as limited services from Don Muang airport. Other carriers running domestic services include Nok Air and Air Asia.

The quickest, most convenient but also most pricy way of reaching the new airport is by metered taxi, which rate depends on the traffic conditions and where you are. If you leave downtown Bangkok before 6:30am you usually can get to the airport within 45 minutes, but after this time you should depart at least 90 minutes prior to your check in time. Most of the better hotels and guesthouses as well as the travel agencies in the downtown area can arrange a private minibus or cab to the airport.

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