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Airport, airline and passenger updates.

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BKS starts the Udon Thani airport bus on 9 September, linking the city, airport and Vientiane daily for 80 baht.

5 Sep 20262 min read

Thailand’s three-airport rail dispute delays faster links to Bangkok, Pattaya and U-Tapao, leaving travellers with road or slower rail options.

29 Aug 20262 min read

Thai Airways will add Zürich Bangkok flights from 16 January to 29 March 2027, increasing weekly service to 11 and expanding winter choices.

29 Aug 20262 min read

Suvarnabhumi airport is being upgraded with real-time systems and modernised security to reduce queues and speed up arrivals in Thailand.

24 Aug 20262 min read

Thai AirAsia’s daily Fukuoka flights from Bangkok start 22 September 2026, with late-night departures and stronger fare competition.

24 Aug 20262 min read

Thai Airways will restore Bangkok to Auckland next year, opening new long-haul options, stopovers in Thailand and Star Alliance benefits.

23 Aug 20262 min read

Thai AirAsia fares rose 27% after fuel costs jumped 124%. See how seat cuts, route changes and late-2026 plans affect travellers.

19 Aug 20262 min read

Thai customs intercepted drug smuggling hidden in toys, seizing nearly 1,000 2C-B tablets and opening an investigation into the sender.

28 Jul 20262 min read

Bangkok’s Airport Rail Link is back in full service after a minor depot incident, but travellers should still check updates and allow extra time.

28 Jul 20262 min read

Bangkok to Phu Quoc gets a daily direct service from 8 August 2026, taking just 1 hour 20 minutes with Sun PhuQuoc Airways.

21 Jul 20262 min read