# Thailand Announces Free Domestic Flight Tickets Giveaway

- Link: https://www.thailand-business-news.com/tourism/240883-thailand-announces-free-domestic-flight-tickets-giveaway
- Published: 2025-08-25T21:31:32+07:00
- Author: Bahar Karaman

**Thailand aims to boost tourism with free domestic flights for 200,000 international
visitors over three months, addressing declining numbers and promoting regional 
tourist growth. **

Thailand, once the world’s top tourist destination, has seen a drop in visitors,
prompting a promotional campaign. In 2019, nearly 40 million international tourists
contributed significantly to the economy. The country’s target was 39 million arrivals
by 2025, but this year, only 20.8 million tourists have arrived, leading to a revised
goal of 33 million.

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To boost tourism, Thailand plans to give away 200,000 free domestic flights over
the next three months. This initiative aims to generate THB 8.8 billion ($245 million)
and promote tourist spread beyond Bangkok, Phuket, and Chiang Mai.

This initiative is part of a broader strategy to revive the country’s tourism-dependent
economy, which has faced challenges due to global economic uncertainties and shifting
travel trends. By offering complimentary flights, authorities hope to encourage 
travelers to explore lesser-known destinations within Thailand, spreading economic
benefits beyond major cities like Bangkok and Phuket. The program also seeks to 
strengthen Thailand’s position as a top travel destination in Southeast Asia, fostering
cultural exchange and enhancing visitor experiences.

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The ‘Buy International, Free Thailand Domestic Flights’ scheme allows eligible visitors
to receive free return domestic flights when booking international travel through
partner airlines. The program involves six Thai airlines and is expected to run 
from September to November, pending government approval.

**Source** : [Thailand to Give Away Free Domestic Flight Tickets](https://www.airwaysmag.com/new-post/thailand-free-domestic-flight-tickets?rand=157030)