Trat Airport: All the Practical Information You Need

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Trat Airport: All the Practical Information You Need

All the practical information to prepare your trip through Trat Airport. Flight schedules, transfer options to nearby islands, airport services — everything you need to know to make your travel in Thailand easier.

Overview of Trat Airport (THS)

Trat Airport is a small regional airport conveniently located about 33 km from Trat city center. It offers a quick connection to Bangkok in under an hour and easy access to the islands of Koh Chang, Koh Kood, and Koh Mak, popular destinations in Eastern Thailand.

Bangkok Airways, the airline serving Trat Airport

Trat Airport is owned by Bangkok Airways, the sole airline operating this route. This exclusivity can mean higher fares, but competition with bus services keeps prices reasonable.

Despite its small size, the airport offers useful amenities: free Wi-Fi, complimentary snacks and drinks for waiting passengers.

Location and Access from Trat Airport

The airport’s address is:
99, Tha Som, Khao Saming District, Trat 23150 — View on Google Maps

Key distances from the airport:

  • 17 km to Ao Thammachat, main ferry departure point for Koh Chang (about 20 minutes by car).
  • 22 km to Centerpoint Pier, another ferry terminal for Koh Chang.
  • 25 km to Laem Ngop Pier, for speedboats to Koh Mak.
  • 60 km to Laem Sok Pier, departure point for Koh Kood (about 60 minutes by speedboat).
  • 33 km to Trat city center (about 30 minutes by car).
Map and layout of Trat Airport in Thailand
Map of the small Trat Airport, gateway to the Eastern islands

Bangkok-Trat Flight Schedules and Fares

Flight Schedules to Trat

All flights between Bangkok and Trat operate from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).

For more details on Bangkok airports, see:

Ticket Prices by Season

Ticket prices vary depending on the season:

  • Low season: tickets starting at 1,200 THB
  • High season: tickets starting at 2,800 THB

Prices depend on availability and can change quickly. Booking in advance is recommended.

Transfers and Island Access from Trat Airport

Available Transportation

No public buses serve Trat Airport directly. Options are limited to taxis, private minivans, or hotel shuttles. Advance booking of transfers is advised.

To Koh Chang: Ferry and Travel

Koh Chang is the main island accessible via Trat. Ferries operate from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with about a 20-minute drive to Ao Thammachat ferry pier.

  • Ferry crossing time: 30 minutes
  • Ferry fare: 550 THB one-way / 990 THB round-trip

To Koh Mak: Speedboat Schedules

Speedboats leave from Laem Ngop Pier. Morning departures at 10:30, 11:30, 12:30. Afternoon departures at 14:00, 15:00, 16:00.

  • Minivan transfer: 500 THB
  • Private transfers by car or minivan available

To Koh Kood: Catamarans and Ferries

Ferries depart from Laem Sok Pier with limited schedules:

  • Ferry at 10:45 AM
  • Catamarans at 12:00 PM and 12:30 PM

Minivan transfer to the pier costs 700 THB per person.

To Trat City Center

Minivans connect the airport to the city center for 500 THB per person (free for children under 2, half price for ages 2-4).

Car Rental at Trat Airport

Several agencies offer car rentals at the airport. You will need an ID, an international driver’s license, and a credit card.
To compare offers: Compare Car Rentals in Trat

Island Travel Guides from Trat

Check out our detailed guides to prepare your stay on the islands near Trat:

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions About Trat Airport

  • What is the distance between Trat Airport and the city center?
    About 33 km.

  • How many flights run daily between Bangkok and Trat?
    On average, 2 flights per day.

  • Which airline operates at Trat Airport?
    Bangkok Airways is the sole operator on this route.

  • How can I reach the islands from the airport?
    Ferries and speedboats depart nearby to Koh Chang, Koh Mak, and Koh Kood.

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