Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport is a regional airport in southern Thailand serving domestic routes. It operates from a single terminal and primarily handles flights to Bangkok and other Thai cities.
Terminal Guide for Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport #
The airport has a single passenger terminal with compact arrivals and departures areas. Facilities are aimed at short domestic hops: check‑in counters, security, a small waiting area and a few ground‑floor retail or snack outlets. Boarding is generally by short walk or apron bus.
Getting to and From Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport #
The airport sits close to the provincial city and offers straightforward ground transport. Travel time to Nakhon Si Thammarat city centre is typically around 10-20 minutes by taxi.
- Taxi / tuk‑tuk: Taxis and local tuk‑tuks are the common and quick way into town.
- Local buses / songthaews: Shared local transport runs to nearby parts of the city; these are cheaper but slower and can be limited by schedule.
- Driving: Short driving distances make car hire or private transfers convenient for onward travel to nearby beaches and towns.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport #
Facilities are basic but adequate for domestic passengers: a few cafés or snack shops, ticket desks and restrooms. Dedicated airline lounges are not typical. Free Wi‑Fi may not be available or may be limited; mobile data is usually the easiest option. There are basic accessibility provisions, but check with your airline for assistance needs.
Tips for Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport #
- Local songthaews and tuk‑tuks can be cheaper than taxis for short trips into town - ask the driver for the cost before boarding.
- If you need onward transport to nearby beaches or resorts, prebook transfers during weekends and public holidays as availability tightens.
Weather & Climate near Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport #
Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 34°C. Heavy rainfall (2166 mm/year), wettest in November.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 22° - 30° | 26° | 105 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 1.5 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.6h |
| February | Very Good | 22° - 32° | 27° | 52 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 1.8 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 11.7h |
| March | Very Good | 23° - 33° | 32° | 63 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 1.8 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Good | 24° - 34° | 34° | 101 mm | overcast | 81% | 1.4 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.2h |
| May | Acceptable | 24° - 33° | 34° | 172 mm | overcast | 82% | 1.4 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.4h |
| June | Acceptable | 24° - 33° | 34° | 106 mm | overcast | 84% | 1.7 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.5h |
| July | Good | 24° - 33° | 33° | 116 mm | overcast | 84% | 1.4 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.4h |
| August | Good | 24° - 33° | 33° | 119 mm | overcast | 84% | 1.5 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.3h |
| September | Acceptable | 23° - 32° | 32° | 167 mm | overcast | 84% | 1.3 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.1h |
| October | Acceptable | 23° - 31° | 30° | 295 mm | overcast | 85% | 1.2 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.8h |
| November | Good | 23° - 30° | 27° | 520 mm | overcast | 86% | 1.4 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.6h |
| December | Good | 23° - 30° | 26° | 350 mm | overcast | 86% | 1.8 m/s | 1.5 very high | 11.5h |
