BANGKOK — Airports of Thailand will raise the international passenger service charge from 730 baht to 1,120 baht starting June 20, a 53 percent increase aimed at funding infrastructure expansion and safety upgrades at the country’s six busiest airports. Thailand to Raise International Passenger Fee by More Than 50% Starting June 2026 The higher departure […]
BANGKOK — Airports of Thailand Public Company Limited (AOT) reported that 134 flights were affected by escalating tensions in the Middle East between February 28 and March 1, 2026, though all six major airports under AOT management remain fully operational with no stranded passengers stranded at any facility. Phuket-Middle East Flights Cancelled as Regional Conflict […]
BANGKOK — Airports of Thailand (AOT) announced on Friday that the passenger service charge (PSC) for outbound international travelers will increase to 1,120 baht per person from the current 730 baht, effective June 20, 2026. The 53 percent hike will apply across all six airports operated by the company: Suvarnabhumi, Don Mueang, Phuket, Hat Yai, […]
Kerati Kijmanawat has resigned as president of Airports of Thailand Plc (AoT), with the decision to take effect on Thursday. AOT Addresses Suvarnabhumi Airport Queues with Upgrades Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit on Tuesday confirmed reports that Mr Kerati had tendered his resignation to board chairman Apirat Chaiwongnoi, saying he wanted to take care of his […]
BANGKOK (NNT) – Airports of Thailand (AOT) and immigration authorities are taking steps to address the issue of long passenger queues at Suvarnabhumi Airport, following complaints by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin about the slow processing times. Suvarnabhumi airport rail link shut down for 2½ hours During a follow-up inspection jointly conducted by AOT President Kerati […]
BANGKOK (NNT) – Airports of Thailand (AOT) has announced plans to invest 4.4 billion baht in expanding Suvarnabhumi Airport and in the third phase of development at Don Mueang International Airport. AOT Deputy Director Kirati Kitmanawat shared that these enhancements aim to improve service and security standards at Suvarnabhumi Airport, anticipating passenger arrivals to match […]
The Ministry of Transport has directed the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) to increase airport slots ahead of the expected rise in foreign tourists this summer, starting in April. Suvarnabhumi Airport to Open Automatic Channel for Foreigners BANGKOK (NNT) – The move, announced by Transport Minister Suriya Juangroongruangkit, aims to accommodate more flights, particularly […]
Airports of Thailand Plc recorded an 8.79 billion baht net profit in fiscal 2023, compared with an 11.09 billion baht net loss in fiscal 2022 and expects returns to be close to pre-Covid levels next year. AOT Prepares to Soft-Launch New Suvarnabhumi Airport Terminal The chief executive officer, Kirati Kitmanawat, said on Tuesday that all […]
