Cheap Domestic Flights in Thailand
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Thailand is a country located in South East Asia and is the 50th largest country globally. The country has a robust national rail network as well as a highway system spanning the length of Thailand. However, there is still a high level of domestic air travel demand. Continue reading below to find out which airlines offer this and where they fly to. The following airlines are all airlines based in Thailand. These are not the only airlines that are good for domestic flights in Thailand, as an airline based in another country may still operate flights internally in Thailand. Simply use the search bar above to find flights that suit you.
Use the flight search tool at the top of the page to begin searching for your next domestic Thai flight. We even accept Thai Bhat!
Domestic Thai Airlines
Bangkok Airways
Bangkok Airways is a regional airline operating to destinations across Thailand as well as the surrounding South East Asia region. The airline is based at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, with secondary hubs at Phuket International Airport and Samui Airport as well as having a focus on Chiang Mai. Bangkok Airways operates a fleet of Airbus A319, A320 and ATR 72 aircraft.
Domestic destinations: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Hat Yai, Ko Samui, Krabi, Lampang, Mae Hong Son, Pattaya, Phuket, Sukhothai and Trat
Nok Air
Nok Air is a Thai low-cost airline operating a diverse route network across Thailand with some international destinations in China, India, Japan, Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam. The airline has 3 operating bases in Bangkok–Don Mueang, Chiang Mai and Phuket. Nok Air operates a fleet of Boeing 737-800 and De Havilland Canada Dash 8 Q400 with the B737-MAX8 on order.
Domestic destinations: Bangkok, Buriram, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Chumphon (Pathio), Hat Yai, Khon Kaen, Krabi, Lampang, Loei, Mae Hong Son, Mae Sot, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Nan, Phitsanulok, Phrae, Phuket, Ranong, Sakon Nakhon, Surat Thani, Trang, Ubon Ratchathani and Udon Thani
Thai Air Asia
Thai Air Asia is a low-cost airline based in Thailand and is a joint venture between Asia Aviation Public Company and Malaysian budget airline Air Asia. The airline has numerous operating bases across Thailand, including Bangkok–Don Mueang, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Hat Yai, Krabi, Pattaya/U-Tapao and Phuket. Thai Air Asia operates a fleet of Airbus A320, A320neo and A321neo aircraft on their services across Thailand.
Domestic destinations: Bangkok, Buriram, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Chumphon, Hat Yai, Khon Kaen, Krabi, Loei, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Nan, Narathiwat, Pattaya, Phuket, Phitsanulok, Ranong, Roi Et, ;Sakon Nakhon, Surat Thani, Trang, Ubon Ratchathani and Udon Thani
Thai Air Asia X
Thai Air Asia X is a joint venture airline between the Malay Air Asia X and Thai Thai Air Asia. The airline primarily focuses on low-cost long-haul services from its hub at Bangkok–Don Mueang airport so doesn't offer any domestic services. The airline operates a fleet of Airbus A330-300 and Airbus A330-900 aircraft.
Domestic destinations: Bangkok
Thai Lion Air
Thai Lion Air is a Thai airline that operates under the Indonesian Lion Air branding and is a subsidiary of the Indonesian airline group. The airline operates to numerous domestic and international destinations with 14 cities in Thailand being served. The airline bases the majority of its operations from Bangkok–Don Mueang airport and operates a fleet of Airbus A330, Boeing 737 and Boeing 737MAX aircraft.
Domestic destinations: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Hat Yai, Hua Hin, Khon Kaen, Krabi, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Pattaya, Phitsanulok, Phuket, Trang, Ubon Ratchathani and Udon Thani
Thai Airways
Thai Airways International is the national flag carrier for Thailand. The airline operates a range of international and domestic services, they previously operated to numerous domestic destinations, but have since cancelled these and only operate to 4 Thai cities. Thai is part of the Star Alliance and offers customers access to their Royal Orchid frequent flyer program. The airline currently operates a fleet of Airbus A350, Boeing 777 and Boeing 787 aircraft. Thai is based at Bangkok Bangkok–Suvarnabhumi with a second hub at Phuket Airport.
Domestic destinations: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Krabi and Phuket
Thai Smile
Thai Smile is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Thai Airways International. The airline is based at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport with a secondary hub at Chiang Mai International Airport. Currently, Thai smile operates to 16 domestic destinations across Thailand with a fleet of Airbus A320 aircraft.
Domestic destinations: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Hat Yai, Khon Kaen, Krabi, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Nan, Narathiwat, Phuket, Roi Et, Surat Thani, Trang, Ubon Ratchathani and Udon Thani
Thai Vietjet Air
Thai Vietjet Air is a subsidiary airline of Vietnamese low-cost carrier Vietjet Air. The airline is based at Bangkok–Suvarnabhumi and operates a range of services to Cambodia, India, Singapore, Taiwan, Vietnam as well to multiple destinations across Thailand. Thai Vietjet operates a fleet of Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft on its routes.
Domestic destinations: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Krabi, Pattaya, Phuket, Udon Thani, Hat Yai, Khon Kaen, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Ubon Ratchathani and Surat Thani
Airports in Thailand
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport is the busiest airport in Thailand, handling 65 million passengers in 2019, with Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport coming in second at 41 million. In Asia, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport is the 11th busiest airport and the second busiest in Southeast Asia.
Airports
| CITY | AIRPORT | AIRLINE | DESTINATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bangkok | Don Mueang International Airport | AirAsia, Batik Air, Indonesia AirAsia, Malindo Air, Nok Air, Philippines AirAsia, Scoot, Thai AirAsia,Thai AirAsia X, Thai Lion Air, Thai Smile and Tiger Air Taiwan | Buriram, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Chumphon, Hat Yai, Khon Kaen, Krabi, Lampang, Luang Prabang, Loei, Mae Hong Son, Mae Sot, Nakhon Phanom, Narathiwat, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Nan, Phetchabun, Phitsanulok, Phrae, Phuket, Ranong, Roi Et, Sakon Nakhon, Surat Thani, Trang, Ubon Ratchathani and Udon Thani |
| Bangkok | Suvarnabhumi Airport | Aeroflot, Air Astana, Air Austral, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Macau, ANA, Asiana Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Bamboo Airways, Bangkok Airways, Biman Bangladesh Airlines, Bhutan Airlines, British Airways, Cambodia Airways, Cathay Pacific, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, China Southern, Druk Air, Eastar Jet, EgyptAir, El Al, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, EVA Air, Finnair, Garuda Indonesia, Go First, Gulf Air, Hainan Airlines, Heibei Airlines, HK Express, Hong Kong Airlines, Indigo, Japan Airlines, JC International Airlines, Jeju Air, Jetstar, Jetstar Asia Airways, Jin Air, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, Korean Air, Kunming Airlines, Kuwait Airways, Lanmei Airlines, Lao Airlines, LOT Polish Airlines, Lucky Air, Lufthansa, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Maldivian, MIAT Mongolian Airlines, Myanmar Airways International, Myanmar National Airlines, Nepal Airlines, Okay Airways, Oman Air, Pacific Airlines, Peach, Philippine Airlines, Qantas, Qatar Airways, Qingdao Airlines, Rossiya, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, S7 Airlines, Saudia, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Singapore Airlines, SpiceJet, Spring Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Starlux Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, Thai AirAsia,Thai Airways International, Thai Eastar Jet, Thai Lion Air, Thai Smile, Thai Vietjet Air, Turkish Airlines, T'way Airlines, Ural Airlines, US-Bangla Airlines, Vietjet Air,Vietnam Airlines, Vistara, XiamenAir and ZIPAIR Tokyo | Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Hat Yai, Koh Samui, Krabi, Khon Kaen, Lampang, Luang Prabang, Mae Sot, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Nan, Narathiwat, Phuket, Roi Et, Surat Thani, Siem Reap, Sukhothai, Trat, Trang, Ubon Ratchathani, Udon Thani |
| Buriram | Buriram Airport | Nok Air and Thai AirAsia | Bangkok |
| Chiang Mai | Chiang Mai International Airport | AirAsia, Air China, Asiana Airlines, Bangkok Airways, China Airlines, China Eastern, China Southern, EVA Air, Hainan Airlines, HK Express, JC International Airlines, Jeju Air, Juneyao Airlines, Korean Air, Lao Airlines, Lucky Air, Myanmar National Airlines, Nok Air, Qatar Airways, Ruili Airlines, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, Spring Airlines, Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air, Thai Smile, Thai Vietjet Air, T'way Airlines and VietJet Air | Bangkok, Koh Samui, Krabi, Khon Kaen, Luang Prabang, Mae Hong Son, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phuket, Pattaya–U-Tapao, Hat Yai, Hua Hin, Ubon Ratchathani, Udon Thani and Surat Thani |
| Chiang Rai | Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport | Nok Air, Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air, Thai Smile and Thai Vietjet | Bangkok, Phuket and Hat Yai |
| Chumphon | Chumphon Airport | Nok Air and Thai AirAsia | Bangkok |
| Hat Yai | Hat Yai International Airport | AirAsia, Bangkok Airways, Nok Air, Scoot, Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air, Thai Smile and Thai Vietjet | Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Khon Kaen, Pattaya–U-Tapao and Udon Thani |
| Hua Hin | Hua Hin Airport | AirAsia, Thai AirAsia | Chiang Mai and Udon Thani |
| Khon Kaen | Khon Kaen International Airport | Nok Air, Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air, Thai Smile and Thai Vietjet | Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Hat Yai and Phuket |
| Ko Samui | Samui International Airport | Bangkok Airways | Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Krabi, Pattaya–U-Tapao and Phuket |
| Krabi | Krabi International Airport | AirAsia, Azur Air, Bangkok Airways, Blue Panorama, China Eastern, Finnair, flydubai, Korean Air, Nok Air, Nordwind Airlines, Pegas Fly, Qatar Airways, Royal Flight, Scoot, Shanghai Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air, Thai Smile, Thai Vietjet Air and TUI Airways | Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Koh Samui |
| Lampang | Lampang Airport | Bangkok Airways and Nok Air | Bangkok |
| Loei | Loei Airport | Nok Air, Thai AirAsia and Thai Smile | Bangkok |
| Mae Hong Son | Mae Hong Son Airport | Bangkok Airways and Nok Air | Bangkok and Chiang Mai |
| Mae Sot | Mae Sot Airport | Bangkok Airways and Nok Air | Bangkok and Chiang Mai |
| Nakhon Phanom | Nakhon Phanom Airport | Thai AirAsia and Thai Smile | Bangkok |
| Nakhon Si Thammarat | Nakhon Si Thammarat International Airport | Nok Air, Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air, Thai Smile and Thai Vietjet | Bangkok and Chiang Mai |
| Nan | Nan Nakhon Airport | Nok Air, Thai AirAsia and Thai Smile | Bangkok |
| Narathiwat | Narathiwat Airport | Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways and Thai Smile | Bangkok |
| Pattaya | U-Tapao–Rayong–Pattaya International Airport | AirAsia, Azur Air, Bangkok Airways, Nordwind Airlines, Pegas Fly, Royal Flight, Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air and Thai Vietjet | Chiang Mai, Koh Samui, Hat Yai, Phuket and Udon Thani |
| Phitsanulok | Phitsanulok Airport | Nok Air, Thai AirAsia and Thai Lion Air | Bangkok |
| Phrae | Phrae Airport | Nok Air | Bangkok |
| Phuket | Phuket International Airport | Aeroflot, Air Arabia, AirAsia, Air China, Asiana Airlines, Azur Air, Bangkok Airways, Cathay Pacific, China Eastern, China Southern, Chongqing Airlines, Edelweiss Air, El Al, Emirates, Etihad Airways, EVA Air, Finnair, Firefly, Go First, GullivAir, Hainan Airlines, HK Express, I-Fly, Indigo, Jetstar, Jetstar Asia Airways, Jin Air, Juneyao Airlines, Korean Air, Kunming Airlines, LOT Polish Airlines, Lucky Air, Malaysia Airlines, Malindo Air, Myanmar National Airlines, Neos, Nok Air, Nordwind Airlines, Okay Airways, Pegas Fly, Qatar Airways, Qingdao Airlines, Rossiya, Royal Flight, S7 Airlines, SalamAir, SCAT Airlines, Scoot, Shanghai Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Spring Airlines, Sunclass Airlines, Sunday Airlines, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways International, Thai Lion Air, Thai Smile, Thai Vietjet Air, TUI Airways, Turkish Airlines, T'way Airlines, Uzbekistan Airlines, Vietjet Air, Vietnam Airlines, West Air and XiamenAir | Bangkok–Suvarnabhumi, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Hat Yai, Ko Samui, Pattaya–U-Tapao and Udon Thani |
| Phetchabun | Phetchabun Airport | Nok Air | Bangkok |
| Ranong | Ranong Airport | Nok Air and Thai AirAsia | Bangkok |
| Roi Et | Roi Et Airport | Thai AirAsia and Thai Smile | Bangkok |
| Sakon Nakhon | Sakon Nakhon Airport | Nok Air and Thai AirAsia | Bangkok |
| Surat Thani | Surat Thani International Airport | AirAsia, Nok Air, Nordwind Airlines, Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air, Thai Smile and Thai Vietjet | Bangkok and Chiang Mai |
| Sukhothai | Sukhothai Airport | Bangkok Airways | Bangkok |
| Trang | Trang Airport | Nok Air, Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air and Thai Smile | Bangkok |
| Trat | Trat Airport | Bangkok Airways | Bangkok |
| Ubon Ratchathani | Ubon Ratchathani Airport | Nok Air, Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air, Thai Smile and Thai Vietjet | Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Hat Yai and Phuket |
| Udon Thani | Udon Thani International Airport | Nok Air, Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air, Thai Smile and Thai Vietjet | Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Hua Hin, Hat Yai, Pattaya–U-Tapao and Phuket |
Domestic Thai flights FAQs
Which airlines offer domestic Thai services?
The following airlines are all airlines based in Thailand. These are not the only airlines that are good for domestic flights in Thailand, as a airline based in another country may still operate flights internally in Thailand. Simply use the search bar above to find flights that suit you. 8 airlines offer domestic services in Thailand including, Bangkok Airways, Nok Air, Thai AirAsia, Thai AirAsia X, Thai Lion Air, Thai Airways International, Thai Smile and Thai Vietjet Air
Can I book domestic Thai flights online?
Certainly! You can easily book Thai domestic flights with Alternative Airlines. Use the flight search tool at the top of the page to start searching for your domestic Thai flights.
How can I pay for domestic Thai flights?
We make it really simple to pay for your Thai flights by offering over 160 different currencies and 40+ payment methods. Pay in Thai Bhat or a range of other currencies. We accept Visa, American Express, JCB, Crypto, Google Pay and a range of Buy Now, Pay Later options. You can buy your flights now and pay later with a range of airlines that fly within Thailand including Thai Airways and Bangkok Airways. See at the checkout which options are available to you.
What is a domestic flight?
A flight that takes off in one location in Thailand, and lands in another destination in Thailand is a domestic flight. For example, you could take a short trip from Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok (BKK), to Phrae Airport (PRH).
Do I need a passport for a domestic flight?
Although many airline's rules will differ, generally, you will not technically need the passport for a domestic flight in Thailand, because you won't be leaving the country and therefore you won't have to go through immigration and departing the country. However, you will most often require this for identification purposes. See what other travel documents you need when travelling to Thailand, here.
When should I arrive for a domestic flight?
This is completely dependent on the airline you are travelling with. Make sure you do your research and see what time you will need to check-in at the airport, and allow yourself enough time to complete airport activities such as check-in and security. The check-in time for domestic flights is often closer to the flight time for domestic flights, giving you more time to arrive. However, you should still research this before travelling.
What is the baggage policy on Thai flights?
Baggage allowance is dependent on the airline travelling and the type of ticket you have purchased. Although domestic flights often have more baggage allowance, this is not always the case because sometimes airlines use smaller aircraft for domestic flights, and so there is less room for baggage. You can see the baggage allowance on your e-ticket, or in your Account. If you decide you want more baggage, you can book that with us here, depending on the airline you are travelling with.
Why book domestic Thai flights?
Some people use domestic flights to commute to work, or to visit family for a holiday period. However, many tourists will also fly domestically to get around the country more easily and be able to see more places.
Not only is Thailand a diverse and amazing country, it is also one of the cheapest in all of Southeast Asia, especially for food! Taste your way around this country with domestic flights, sampling everything from pad thai to noodle soups. For bustling and vibrant street food, head to Bangkok, or for a relaxing beautiful beach visit Ko Phi Phi Island. Thailand really has everything to offer from impressive cities, relaxing beaches, historic and cultural temples, intriguing nature and serene mountains.
Flying domestically within Thailand can prove a time-efficient way of getting around the country, and can even often be cheaper than travelling on the ground. For example, the example above of BKK to PRH takes around 1 hour and 20 minutes by air, but over 7 hours when driving, or 9 hours using public transport.
Top Tip: Plan on discovering Thailand? You may be required to fill out an arrival card and departure card before travelling!