Thai airports to boost tighten service for Songkran 2025
The Thai government has instructed the Department of Airports (DOA) to enhance security and efficiency in anticipation of increased passenger traffic during the Songkran festival in 2025. This includes strict measures against overpricing by taxis and airport vendors.
Deputy Transport Minister Manaporn Charoensri directed the DOA to ensure readiness for Songkran. The focus is on rigorous safety and security checks. Coordination with relevant agencies such as the Tourism Police and tourist assistance centres is also mandated to facilitate smooth passenger experiences.
Manaporn emphasised the importance of DOA staff assisting passengers on every flight until the last passenger has left the airport, ensuring no passenger is left stranded. Public transport operators are required to maintain vehicles and drivers in a condition that guarantees safe and standard-priced travel from the airports.
Danai Rueangsorn, Director-General of the DOA, stated that preparations for the Songkran period are comprehensive. From April 11 to 18, there will be 2,032 domestic flights, a 13.9% increase from the previous year.
An estimated 327,000 domestic passengers are expected, marking a 26.42% rise. Internationally, 108 flights are scheduled, an 80% increase, with over 18,000 international passengers anticipated, which is a 60.69% rise.
Overall, there is a projected 16.05% increase in flights and a 28.69% increase in passengers compared to last year’s Songkran.
Airports under the DOA must strictly adhere to safety standards and be prepared for emergencies in collaboration with local agencies. Sufficient staff and facilities must be available to aid passengers.
In cases of flight delays or cancellations, passengers must be informed about their rights. Furthermore, airport vendors must ensure the quality and fair pricing of their goods, reported KhaoSod.
In similar news, a hospital in Chon Buri has conducted a large-scale mass casualty drill in preparation for the anticipated surge in road accidents during the upcoming Songkran holiday. The exercise simulated a severe collision involving a truck and a motorcycle.
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