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Increasing fees for international flights: CAAT plans adjustments!
Thailand increases passenger fees to cover security costs and infrastructure needs - latest developments from CAAT.
Increasing fees for international flights: CAAT plans adjustments!
After years of passengers benefiting from low aviation fees, a necessary adjustment is now just around the corner. How Nation of Thailand reports, the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) plans to increase international passenger fees as part of a comprehensive modernization process. The last adjustment took place over a decade ago, in a nationwide interconnected market where fees in Thailand are comparatively cheap compared to countries such as the UK, France and Singapore.
The proposed increase includes an increase in the Passenger Service Charge (PSC) by more than 100 baht for international flights, from the current 730 baht to 830 baht per passenger. This change is being implemented by the Airports of Thailand (AOT) and the Department of Airports and is part of a broader initiative aimed at increasing revenue and improving safety standards. This applies in particular to rising security costs and necessary investments in infrastructure, which are crucial during the post-pandemic recovery phase Thailand News determines.
Price adjustments in detail
In addition to the PSC, the fee for international travel expenses will also be increased. Loud Thailand Tip An increase from the current 15 baht to 25 baht per passenger is planned, as the real costs are significantly higher at 23 baht per passenger. These adjustments will be submitted to the Civil Aviation Board in October 2025 and are expected to take effect by October 2025.
Experts emphasize that despite these increases, aviation fees in Thailand are still behind prices in neighboring countries. For example, Singapore charges around 1,400 baht per passenger, illustrating how competitive Thai fees will remain despite the adjustments. AOT also plans further fee adjustments for landings, cargo and aviation fuel, creating a comprehensive update to the current fee structure.
Rationale behind the increases
The CAAT and AOT are under pressure to find a balance between the interests of service providers and travelers. According to Manat Chuanaprayoon, director of CAAT, it is important that the adjusted fees meet increasing demands in terms of safety and service quality. CAAT's annual revenue has fallen in recent years and is currently around 1.2 billion baht. Operating costs have risen sharply due to technical and safety-related factors.
These adjustments could potentially have serious implications for travelers, but authorities emphasize that they are necessary to maintain and further improve the quality and safety of aviation in Thailand. At a time when travel is back in full swing, Thailand's aviation sector is committed to remaining an attractive destination - and that requires a good hand.