Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport
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Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport Information
Getting to Nakhon Si Thammarat airport is as easy as drinking a glass of water! This picturesque airport is located 14 kilometers from the city town in Nakhon Si Thammarat, and 12 kilometers from the train station. Reaching the airport from the town is easy by taxi or private car, but if you are coming from a further city like Sichon, Krabi, Surat Thani among others, a bus is a low-priced option. However, the real adventure starts when you book your ferry trip with us! Ferry Samui arrange a ferry-bus service that can take you from the islands of Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, and Koh Tao to/from Nakhon Si Thammarat airport, this is a cheaper way than getting a taxi moreover you will travel with comfort and get the opportunity to be amazed by the incredible sceneries during your trip until the airport. Our ferry, as well as our mini-vans, are well-equipped. The journey is around 4 hours to 8 hours depending on the timetables and where you are departing from.
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Departures from Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport
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Arrivals in Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport
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Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport Information
Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport: gateway to the Gulf islands
Nakhon Si Thammarat airport is the main airport in Nakhon Si Thammarat Province which has been operating domestic flights from/to Bangkok since 1998. For travellers heading to the Gulf of Thailand, it works as a practical mainland entry point, with onward ground and sea connections towards the islands.
This charming airport is equipped with a ticket office, local restaurants, toilets, gift shops, car rental, taxis and shared minivan service, making a pleasant wait for passengers and visitors. The airport is located 14km from the city center and less than 8 kilometers from the main attractions in the city. Surrounded by hotels with different styles and prices.
Where Nakhon Si Thammarat airport connects to
From here you can book 6 routes routes linking the airport with the Gulf islands. The connections cover Koh Phangan, Koh Samui and Koh Tao, so a single booking can carry you from your arrival gate through to the island pier.
- Nakhon Si Thammarat airport to Koh Samui — the largest of the three islands, known for its resorts, beaches and easy onward links.
- Nakhon Si Thammarat airport to Koh Phangan — famous for its beaches and its long-running full moon celebrations.
- Nakhon Si Thammarat airport to Koh Tao — a small island popular with divers and snorkellers.
Each combined journey pairs a land leg from the airport with a sea crossing to the island. Exact vehicle types, sailing times and connection points are shown on the route page for the date you select.
Operators serving the airport
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries Co., Ltd. runs services on these connections, and Lomprayah High Speed Ferries Co., Ltd. is among the operators serving the airport. Operator details, including the transport used on each leg, appear alongside every departure in the search results, so you can compare what is available before you pay.
How to get to and from the airport
The airport sits 14km from the city centre, and the road link is straightforward. Taxis and a shared minivan service wait at the terminal, and car rental is available on site if you plan to explore the province independently.
If you are travelling to the islands, the usual pattern is a road transfer from the airport to a mainland pier, followed by a ferry crossing. Buying the whole journey as one ticket means the transfer and the boat are matched to each other, rather than left for you to time on arrival.
Arriving from the islands
The same connections run in reverse, bringing island passengers back to the airport for domestic flights. When booking a return leg, allow a comfortable buffer before check-in: sea crossings can be affected by weather, and a later flight gives you room if a sailing is delayed.
Ports and piers used on these routes
Journeys between the airport and Koh Samui, Koh Phangan or Koh Tao involve a mainland departure pier on the Gulf coast and an arrival pier on the island itself. The specific pier for each service is confirmed at the booking stage, since it depends on the operator and the departure you choose. Check your ticket for the pier name before you set off, as several piers can serve the same island.
Practical travel information
- Facilities: the terminal has a ticket office, local restaurants, toilets, gift shops, car rental, taxis and a shared minivan service.
- Luggage: allowances differ between flights, road transport and ferries. Check the operator's conditions on the route page before travelling with oversized bags, surfboards or bicycles.
- Tickets: prices start from ฿850. Book ahead in the high season and around Thai public holidays, when island services fill up.
- Timing: departures are limited on some island connections, so line up your flight time with the day's available sailings rather than the other way round.
What to see near the airport
The main attractions in the city sit less than 8 kilometres from the terminal, which makes a short stopover realistic even on a tight schedule. Nakhon Si Thammarat is one of southern Thailand's oldest cities, with a long history as a regional religious and cultural centre, and its temples and traditional crafts are the usual draw for visitors.
Hotels of different styles and prices surround the airport, so an overnight stay before an early island departure is easy to arrange. The province also stretches from mountains inland to the Gulf coast, giving a mix of waterfalls, national park scenery and quiet beaches within a day's drive.
Book your journey from Nakhon Si Thammarat airport
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Highlights
Old City Wall
Shadow Playhouse of Suchat Subsin
If you arrive early to Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport you better do a tour in the Shadow Play House. Even though it is 8 Kilometres from the airport, this is one of the main attractions in Nakhon Si Thammarat. Suchart Subsin was the creator of this museum with his family, and it narrates Thais stories interpreted by puppets made of buffalo leather. The museum presents a puppets exhibition and private show where you can also see and learn the magic behind this performance for only 50 baht.
Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine
Museum Nakhon Si Thammarat
Frequently asked questions
What are the tourist seasons ?
Phuket
Phuket really just has two seasons, which are known as "high season" and "low season" (or "green season"). During the low season months (May–September), boat numbers are reduced. During the high season (October–April), boats to the surrounding islands are increased so you will have some more options.
Koh Samui
There are three distinct weather seasons on the tropical island of Koh Samui: the dry season (December until February), the hot season (March until August) and the rainy season (September until November).
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