PATTAYA, Thailand – Suvarnabhumi Airport is preparing to welcome increased numbers of travelers during the 2026 Songkran Festival, prioritizing convenience, efficiency, safety, and hospitality.
The Airports of Thailand Public Company Limited (AOT) announced that the airport is coordinating with all sectors to improve operational efficiency, reduce congestion, and ensure smooth travel during the peak holiday period.
Suvarnabhumi Airport Director Kittipong Kittikachorn stated that from April 10 to 19, 2026, the airport expects to serve about 1,820,000 passengers, or 182,000 per day. Although this represents a 1.9% decrease in passenger volume from last year, flight numbers are projected to increase by 4.6% to approximately 11,000. Nine airlines, including Air Macau, Bangkok Airways, and Thai Vietjet Air, have requested a total of 130 additional and charter flights.
To reduce congestion and improve the traveler experience, the airport is promoting self-service technologies, including Common Use Self-Service (CUSS) kiosks, Common Use Bag Drop (CUBD) systems, and biometric identity verification. These solutions aim to streamline processing and minimize document-handling delays.
For ground transportation, the airport has coordinated with public transport providers, including taxis, limousines, buses, and the Airport Rail Link, to ensure sufficient vehicle frequency during peak hours. Safety protocols have been strengthened through thorough vehicle inspections and mandatory alcohol and drug screenings for drivers.
To help reduce travel costs during the holiday, Suvarnabhumi Airport will offer free parking at Long-Term Parking Zone C for five days, from 12:01 a.m. on April 11, 2026, to midnight on April 15, 2026. A 24-hour shuttle bus will run between the parking zone and the passenger terminal every 15 minutes.
The airport aims to ensure efficient operations and maintain high service standards throughout the festive period. For more information, please contact the AOT Contact Center at 1722, available 24 hours a day. (NNT)
