- Thai Lion Air, Thai VietJetAir and Thai AirAsia have commenced flights under the incentive scheme.
- Ezy Airlines plans local flights in 2026.
- SAS Scandinavian Airlines will operate Copenhagen to Krabi.
- Airlines receive a temporary 50pc discount on parking charges.
- The Department of Airports manages 28 regional airports.
The Thai transport ministry has introduced financial incentives to encourage airlines to establish new routes to secondary cities. Thai Lion Air, Thai VietJetAir and Thai AirAsia have already started flights under the programme. Ezy Airlines plans to launch local flights in 2026 while SAS Scandinavian Airlines will begin a route between Copenhagen Kastrup and Krabi.
The incentives include service fee reductions and a temporary 50pc discount on aircraft parking charges at Department of Airports facilities. The Department of Airports manages 28 airports in Thailand excluding the six largest gateways. The measure aims to stimulate regional economies across the country.
Thai Lion Air operates Boeing 737 900 aircraft on domestic services. The initiative supports development of regional connectivity beyond Bangkok Suvarnabhumi, Bangkok Don Mueang, Chiang Mai, Phuket, Hat Yai and Chiang Rai.
