INDIA, 12 September 2024 – AirAsia Thailand continues with its  expansion in India with the introduction of direct flights from Hyderabad to Bangkok as well as Chennai to Phuket. 

The new flight services, set to take off on 27 October 2024 for Hyderabad and 30 Oct 2024 for Chennai, will enable travellers from two of India’s key cities to fly directly to Thailand. The Hyderabad - Bangkok route will kick off with 4 flights weekly, while Chennai-Phuket will be 3 flights weekly.

To celebrate the launch, AirAsia is offering promotional fares to Bangkok from Hyderabad from only INR 7,390 all-in-one-way* and is available for booking now until 22 September 2024, for travel between 27 October 2024 and 29 March 2025. 

Flights for the Chennai-Phuket route starts from just INR 6,990 all-in-one-way*and is available for  booking now until 22 September 2024, for travel between 30 October 2024 and 29 March 2025. Grab your seats  now on the AirAsia MOVE app (formerly known as the airasia Superapp) or airasia.com. 

Ms. Tansita Akraritpirom, Head of Commercial, Thai AirAsia, said “AirAsia is reaffirming its commitment in the Indian market by expanding its network to 14 routes with the addition of these two new routes, both of which serve as  strategic cities in southern India that bear immense tourism potential for both countries.    

“We have seen considerable overall growth in the international sector - this is in part due to positive measures by the government such as visa free entry which have made travel easier and more cost effective, creating an opportunity for travellers to explore new experiences in different countries. We have seen overwhelming response from our Indian guests, looking to explore international destinations as well as visitors from those countries coming to Thailand. Having restored our capacity close to our pre pandemic levels, AirAsia Thailand is well-positioned to cater to the increasing demand.”

Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, is a top destination for travellers from across the globe, including India, with its varied attractions. The city is known for its gastronomic delights - from its iconic Pad Thai and Tom Yum Kung to its sweet treats such as  Mango Sticky Rice and Thai Tea, whilst also being a shopper’s paradise. Visitors to the city can easily continue onward and explore the country via Thai AirAsia’s domestic network to hidden gems including Pattaya, Phuket, Krabi and Chiang Mai - just to name a few.

Similarly, Phuket is also an immensely popular destination for travellers from across the globe as well as among Thai citizens themselves. The province is blessed with stunning white sandy beaches, national marine parks, collections of art and cultural sights in its old city and exquisitely fresh seafood. A dynamic destination, Phuket can accommodate travellers of any lifestyle and has proven to be a must-visit for travellers from India.

Thai AirAsia currently flies from Bangkok to India via 12 routes serving Kolkata, Chennai, Jaipur, Kochi, Bangalore, Gaya, Lucknow, Ahmedabad, Guwahati, Visakhapatnam,Tiruchirappalli, Hyderabad and now, travellers from Phuket can also fly to Kolkata and Chennai directly with 67 weekly flights.  

*This promotion is only applicable for flights with carrier code FD. The frequency of flights varies weekly. This promo is not available during school breaks and public holidays in Thailand. Promotional seats are limited. Fares exclude add-ons and other fees.