Bangkok, June 18, 2024 – Thailand’s Tourism Office and U-Tapao Airport are welcoming new flights from SCAT Airlines originating from Almaty, and AirAsia originating from Kuala Lumpur. The focus is on attracting international tourists, with incentives on landing fees.
Strategic Initiatives and Incentives
TAT and U-Tapao Airport are integrating strategies to attract international flights from key markets, including India, Vietnam, China, Russia, and Kazakhstan. Airlines are offered incentives on landing and parking fees. The TAT Deputy Governor for International Marketing emphasized the ‘Airline Focus’ strategy, mentioning a strategic partnership with Kazakhstan’s leading tour operator KOMPAS, and SCAT Airlines, resulting in a new charter service from Almaty.
Expanding Tourism Opportunities
SCAT Airlines plans to operate a charter flight every seven to ten days using its Boeing 797 Max-9 aircraft, marking its second service between Kazakhstan and Thailand. AirAsia will operate three flights weekly with its Airbus A320. These connections bolster Thailand’s tourist appeal, particularly on the east coast, including popular spots like Pattaya, Chon Buri, Rayong, Chanthaburi, and Trat. Thailand saw 172,282 visitors from Kazakhstan last year, with a 19.39% increase this year, and continues to welcome numerous visitors from Malaysia.
Source : TAT welcomes new flights by SCAT Airlines and AirAsia at U-Tapao–Rayong–Pattaya Airport
