Thailand to increase airport fee for international passengers starting this June

Thailand will increase the passenger service charge (PSC) for outbound international travellers to 1,120 baht per person from 730 baht starting June 20, 2026, as reported by Bangkok Post. The 53% hike will apply at six major airports operated by Airports of Thailand.

The revised fee will be implemented at Suvarnabhumi, Don Mueang, Phuket, Hat Yai, Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai airports. The domestic passenger fee will remain unchanged at 130 baht.

The Civil Aviation Board approved the increase on December 3, 2025, AOT president Paweena Jariyathitipong said.


According to the Bangkok Post report, Airports of Thailand (AOT) said studies showed that the PSC, which is included in the final ticket price, represents a small portion of overall travel costs and is not expected to affect passengers’ decisions.
The company projects that the increase will generate about 13 billion baht in additional revenue in fiscal 2027. The funds will be used as investment capital, including for a new South Terminal at Suvarnabhumi Airport valued at more than 200 billion baht.

AOT said the additional revenue would help improve its cost structure, reduce reliance on borrowing and interest burdens, and strengthen financial resilience rather than maximise profit.

The operator also stated that more than 90% of airports worldwide charge fees to both departing and transit passengers, while Thailand charges only departing passengers.