Thai Government Cuts Airfares by 30% on Popular Routes for Songkran Holiday Travel. The Thai government is increasing flight capacity and cutting domestic airfare prices by 30% on certain popular routes to ease travel costs during the Songkran holiday from April 11 to 17, 2025.- The Pattaya News

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Thai Government Cuts Airfares by 30% on Popular Routes for Songkran Holiday Travel

Aim TanakornTuesday, 11 March 2025, 1:35

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The Thai government is increasing flight capacity and cutting domestic airfare prices by 30% on certain popular routes to ease travel costs during the Songkran holiday from April 11 to 17, 2025.

On March 10th, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport Mr. Suriya Jungrungreangkit announced that the Ministry of Transport has held a meeting with relevant agencies to prepare for the Songkran festival from April 11-17.

To address the issue of rising airfares, the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) has been instructed to closely monitor ticket prices and conduct regular checks at Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang airports. Additionally, CAAT has been in talks with six airlines to reduce ticket prices, which typically rise during this high-demand travel period.

These airlines include Thai Airways International, Bangkok Airways, Thai AirAsia, Nok Air, Thai Lion Air, and Thai VietJet.

According to Mr. Suriya, these airlines will operate an additional 124 flights, adding a total of 25,000 extra seats. In addition, fares for popular domestic routes will be reduced by 30% from the maximum price to offer more affordable options for passengers.