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About Thai Airways

Thai Airways International (IATA: TG) is Thailand's flag carrier and one of Southeast Asia's most established airlines, founded in 1960 and headquartered in Bangkok. Operating from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), Thai Airways connects Bangkok to 80+ destinations in 40+ countries across Asia, Europe, Australia, and the Middle East with a fleet of 80+ aircraft including Airbus A350, A380, Boeing 787, and 777 jets.

As a member of Star Alliance, Thai Airways partners with 27 global carriers. The airline is known for its warm Thai hospitality, authentic Royal Thai cuisine in all cabin classes, and the Royal Orchid Spa at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi for Business and First Class passengers. FareOptic compares Thai Airways fares across all routes to find your best TG deal.

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Thai Airways Hub Airports

Thai Airways operates through 4 major hubs, offering connections across its 80+-destination global network.

BKK
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
Primary global hub
DMK
Bangkok Don Mueang
Secondary hub
CNX
Chiang Mai
Northern Thailand hub
HKT
Phuket International
Southern Thailand hub

Thai Airways Cabin Classes

Find the right Thai Airways cabin for your journey and budget — from affordable Economy to premium Business.

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Economy

  • Complimentary Thai meals on all flights
  • Seatback AVOD entertainment system
  • 20–30kg checked baggage included
  • USB charging ports at seat
  • Earn Royal Orchid Plus miles
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Premium Economy

  • Wider seat with 38-inch pitch
  • Enhanced Thai cuisine meal service
  • Priority boarding and check-in
  • 35kg checked baggage included
  • Dedicated premium cabin
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Royal Silk (Business)

  • Fully lie-flat seat (wide-body routes)
  • Direct aisle access on A380 & 787
  • Multi-course Royal Thai dining
  • Royal Orchid Lounge access at BKK
  • 40kg checked baggage allowance
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Royal First

  • Private suite (A380 select routes)
  • Fully flat bed with premium bedding
  • À la carte dining anytime
  • Exclusive Royal First Lounge access
  • 50kg baggage allowance

Royal Orchid Plus Program

Royal Orchid Plus is Thai Airways' loyalty program with four tiers: Member, Silver, Gold, and Platinum. Miles are earned on TG flights and Star Alliance partners, redeemable for flights across the 27-member Star Alliance network. Platinum = Star Alliance Gold.

Star Alliance Gold Access

Royal Orchid Plus Gold and Platinum = Star Alliance Gold — unlocking lounge access, extra baggage, and priority services on all 27 Star Alliance member airlines.

Earn on Every TG Flight

Royal Orchid Plus miles are earned on every Thai Airways flight based on distance and cabin class — plus 27 Star Alliance partners and hotel/car rental partners.

Royal Orchid Lounge

Gold and Platinum members access Thai Airways' award-winning Royal Orchid Lounge at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi — renowned for its Thai food and spa facilities.

Partner Redemptions

Redeem Royal Orchid Plus miles on Thai Airways flights, upgrades, and across 27 Star Alliance carriers for flexible worldwide award travel.

Thai Airways Baggage Policy

Fees and allowances vary by route and fare type. Always verify at time of booking.

Bag / PolicyEconomyPremium EconomyRoyal Silk BusinessRoyal First
Carry-on bag7 kg7 kg7 kg7 kg
1st checked bag20–30 kg35 kg40 kg50 kg
2nd checked bagFeeFee40 kg50 kg
3rd checked bagFeeFeeFee50 kg
Weight limit per bag23 kg35 kg32 kg32 kg

Thai Airways Economy baggage on long-haul routes is typically 30kg. Short-haul routes may be 20kg. Royal Orchid Plus Gold and Platinum members receive enhanced allowances. Verify at thaiairways.com.

Check-In Options & Boarding

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Online Check-In

Opens 24 hours before departure at thaiairways.com or the Thai Airways app. Royal Silk passengers use dedicated Business Class counters at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.

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Mobile App Check-In

Download the Thai Airways app on iOS or Android to check in, access your mobile boarding pass, and receive real-time gate and delay notifications.

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Airport Check-In

Self-service kiosks and staffed counters are available at all Thai Airways airports. Domestic gates typically close 15 minutes and international gates 30–45 minutes before departure.

Cancellation & Change Policy

24-Hour Risk-Free Cancellation

All Fares

All Thai Airways tickets can be cancelled within 24 hours of purchase for a full refund, regardless of fare type — provided the flight departs at least 2 days away.

Change Policy

Fare Dependent

Thai Airways Flex fares allow free changes and refunds. Standard fares have change fees. Non-refundable fares receive travel credit. All tickets cancellable within 24 hours for a full refund.

Non-Refundable Ticket Credit

Non-Refundable

If you cancel a non-refundable Thai Airways ticket after the 24-hour window, you typically receive a future travel credit valid for 12 months from the original issue date.

Refundable Fares

Flex Fares

Fully refundable fare types are available at a premium and provide maximum flexibility — suitable for travelers with uncertain plans.

In-Flight Experience on Thai Airways

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Royal Thai Cuisine

Thai Airways serves authentic Royal Thai cuisine developed in partnership with Thailand's royal household — a distinctive dining experience in all cabins, with freshly prepared Thai dishes and international options.

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AVOD Entertainment

Audio-video on demand (AVOD) seatback screens in all cabins with a wide selection of movies, TV shows, music, and games.

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Inflight Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi available on select Thai Airways aircraft. Royal Silk Business and Royal Orchid Plus Gold/Platinum members may receive complimentary access on qualifying flights.

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Royal Orchid Lounge

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi's Royal Orchid Lounge — exclusively for Business, First Class, and Star Alliance Gold passengers — features Thai dining, spa treatments, and shower facilities.

Tips to Book Cheap Thai Airways Flights

  • 1.Thai Airways BKK–LHR and BKK–FRA Economy fares are often competitive with Gulf carrier prices for the same city pairs via Bangkok.
  • 2.Royal Silk Business Class on TG long-haul routes is frequently well-priced against Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific Business.
  • 3.Fly via Bangkok on Thai Airways for a convenient Southeast Asia stopover — BKK is an excellent transit hub for Europe–Asia routes.
  • 4.Book BKK–NRT or BKK–SIN 8–12 weeks ahead for the best Thai Airways Economy fares in Asia.
  • 5.Royal Orchid Plus Gold = Star Alliance Gold — worth targeting for travelers who transit Bangkok frequently.
  • 6.Thai Airways in-flight Thai cuisine is genuinely distinctive — one of the best Economy meal services on long-haul flights.
  • 7.Compare Thai Airways against Korean Air and China Eastern for Asia-Pacific routes where all three carriers compete.
  • 8.Sign up for Royal Orchid Plus free — a single long-haul return earns enough miles for a regional award flight.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about booking Thai Airways flights on FareOptic

What is Thai Airways known for?

Thai Airways is celebrated for its authentic Royal Thai cuisine (developed with the Thai royal household), warm Thai hospitality in all cabin classes, and Bangkok Suvarnabhumi as an exceptional transit hub for Europe–Asia connections. Royal Silk Business Class on wide-body aircraft offers fully flat beds, and the Royal Orchid Lounge in Bangkok is consistently rated among Asia's best airline lounges.

What cabin classes does Thai Airways offer?

Thai Airways operates Economy Class, Premium Economy (on select wide-body routes), Royal Silk Business Class (fully lie-flat on wide-body aircraft with direct aisle access), and Royal First Class (available on select A380 routes). All cabin classes feature authentic Thai meal service — a distinctive differentiator from European and Gulf carrier competitors.

What is the Royal Orchid Plus program?

Royal Orchid Plus has Member, Silver, Gold, and Platinum tiers. Gold and Platinum = Star Alliance Gold — giving lounge access and priority services on all 27 Star Alliance carriers. Miles are earned on TG flights and partner services, redeemable for flights across the Star Alliance network. Miles expire after 3 years without qualifying activity.

Is Bangkok a good transit airport?

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is modern and handles 60+ million passengers annually. It's well-positioned geographically for Europe–Southeast Asia–Oceania connections and is particularly popular for European travelers routing via Thailand to Australia. Thai Airways operates efficient wave connections from Suvarnabhumi, and the transit hotel and spa are popular for long layovers.

What is Thai Airways' baggage policy?

Long-haul Economy passengers typically receive 30kg checked baggage. Premium Economy receives 35kg. Royal Silk Business Class receives 40kg in multiple bags. Royal First receives 50kg. Short-haul Economy may be 20kg — verify for your specific route at thaiairways.com. Hand baggage is 7kg in all cabin classes.