Chiang Mai —
On October 10th, 2024, Thai Deputy Transport Minister Manaporn Charoensri announced that the flood situation in Chiang Mai has significantly improved, with a projected 10% rise in flights to and from the province compared to last year.
Following widespread flooding in northern Thailand, efforts are underway to clean and restore affected areas, just in time for the busy tourism season, which begins in late October.
The upcoming Yi Peng Festival in November and the anticipated influx of tourists in December further contribute to the expected travel boost, remarked Manaporn.
Mr. Nopasit Chakpitak, the Director General of Aeronautical Radio of Thailand, reported that Chiang Mai International Airport is forecasted to handle approximately 5,450 flights in October. That number is expected to grow to 5,920 flights in November and 6,230 in December, with an average of 180-200 flights per day.
The overall flight traffic in the last quarter of 2024 is predicted to be 10% higher than in 2023. Domestic flights make up 72% of traffic, while international flights account for 28%, an increase from last year. The top five international routes include flights from China, South Korea, Taipei, Hong Kong, and Malaysia, according to Nopasit.
This article originally appeared on our sister website The Pattaya News.
