Mae Sot Airport is a small domestic airport serving Mae Sot in western Thailand. It operates from a single modest terminal and mainly handles scheduled domestic services to Thai cities and regional connections.
Terminal Guide for Mae Sot Airport #
There is one small passenger terminal with simple check‑in and waiting areas, intended for short domestic flights. Facilities are limited outside operating hours and there are few if any airline lounges.
Getting to and From Mae Sot Airport #
Taxis, tuk‑tuks and private cars are the primary ways to reach Mae Sot town; journeys are typically short (around 10-20 minutes depending on traffic). There is no rail link. For cross‑border travel to Myawaddy (Myanmar) ask at the airport or in town about organised transfers.
Facilities at Mae Sot Airport #
Expect basic amenities: a small café or snack counter, public seating and simple restrooms. Wi‑Fi is limited or not available in many small regional Thai airports, so plan accordingly. There are no major lounges or extensive shopping facilities; accessibility assistance is typically available but should be requested ahead if needed.
Tips for Mae Sot Airport #
- Tuk‑tuks and local taxis are the most common way to reach Mae Sot town - negotiate fares for short rides.
- Border transfers: Mae Sot is the usual crossing point to Myawaddy (Myanmar); if you plan a cross‑border trip, confirm border hours and transport in advance.
- Buy SIM cards in town rather than at the airport; coverage and choices are better in Mae Sot.
Weather & Climate near Mae Sot Airport #
Mae Sot Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in April) and warm winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 15°C to 37°C. Heavy rainfall (2277 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Ideal | 15° - 31° | 23° | 4 mm | mostly sunny | 73% | 0.6 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.1h |
| February | Excellent | 17° - 34° | 25° | 10 mm | mostly sunny | 66% | 0.7 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.5h |
| March | Excellent | 20° - 36° | 30° | 28 mm | mostly sunny | 63% | 1.0 m/s | 2.0 very high | 11.9h |
| April | Very Good | 23° - 37° | 34° | 57 mm | some cloud | 66% | 1.1 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.4h |
| May | Acceptable | 23° - 34° | 33° | 238 mm | overcast | 80% | 0.9 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.8h |
| June | Acceptable | 23° - 31° | 27° | 371 mm | overcast | 86% | 1.0 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.0h |
| July | Good | 23° - 30° | 26° | 472 mm | overcast | 88% | 0.9 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.9h |
| August | Good | 23° - 30° | 26° | 508 mm | overcast | 89% | 1.0 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.6h |
| September | Acceptable | 22° - 31° | 27° | 343 mm | overcast | 91% | 0.7 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.1h |
| October | Good | 22° - 31° | 26° | 201 mm | partly cloudy | 90% | 0.5 m/s | 2.0 very high | 11.7h |
| November | Excellent | 19° - 31° | 25° | 38 mm | some cloud | 85% | 0.6 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.2h |
| December | Ideal | 15° - 30° | 23° | 7 mm | mostly sunny | 79% | 0.7 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.0h |
