Air Travel to Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand

The quickest way to get to Ubon Ratchathani is by air. The flight time runs around one hour. Many people use air to get here. There are normally four flights a day to get you to and from Ubon.If you want to fly here you should find a flight that fits your needs. Happy Flying.

Ubon Ratchathani International Airport

Ubon Ratchathani International Airport is a small, typical Thai airport. It bears the name international because in the past there were flights from Ubon to Viet Nam but that service was cancelled a few years back.

After you arrive in Ubon you will get off the plane either by mobile stairs on the tarmac or by way of one of the two gates. After collecting your checked baggage you will exit the baggage claim area. To your left is Chao Wattana Car Rental and limosine service and another limosine service. Budget car rental is just to the left of the exit. You can rent a car or just get transportation to your destination.

To your right down by the exit on the left hand side you will find information and Tourist Police. Staight ahead from the baggage claim area is the exit. Waiting out the doors are the hotel shuttle service drivers. If you are staying in one of the larger hotels they should have a van to take you to your hotel.

Futher down to the right past the Tourist Police and information booth there are 3 shops for you to get a quick bite to eat whether you are just arriving or awaiting departure. There are also a couple of ATM machines if you need some cash.

If you are arriving in Ubon and already have reservations or bookings at a local hotel, you will find most major hotels offer free transfer to the hotel from the airport. After you exit the baggage claim area, walk straight out through the terminal exit doors. Just outside you will see hotel representatives displaying signs for their hotel, in both English and Thai.

Thai Airways International

Thai Airways has one flight a day to Ubon Ratchathani, in the afternoon. They are fairly reliable and the fares are mostly set. There are promotions from time to time.

Flights for Thai Airways originate from Don Mueang Airport in Bangkok. So if you arrive in Thailand at Suvarnabhumi International Airport you will have to get transportation to Don Mueang to get your flight to Ubon.

Locally Thai Airways has a counter and booth at the Ubon Airport and also and office on Chayangkun Rd near Ubon International Hotel. The office telephone number is (045) 313340. You can contact the airlines at the airport at (045) 263916-7. If you want to visit their website go here, Thai Airways.

Air Asia

Air Asia is a "no frills" airline. Their slogan is, "Now everyone can fly." Their fares vary according to supply and demand and also when you purchase your ticket. The flights are open seating, not assigned seating. You can take any vacant seat once you board the aircraft. If you want snacks or drinks on board you must pay for it.

Ubon is serviced with one afternoon flight a day. The service originates in Bangkok at the new Suvarnabhumi International Airport. Air Asia is set up to you can buy your tickets online, at a travel agent or at any Air Asia office.

Locally you can contact Air Asia at the Ubon International Airport at (045)255762 or go visit them at their booth. If you want information about other flights or purchase tickets online you can visit their website at Air Asia.

 

Nok Air

Nok Air, another "no frills" airline. Their slogan is, "We Fly Smiles." Personally, I would rather fly an Airbus A380, 737 or even a wing and a prayer than a smile. They offer three classes of fares. Eco which is low cost but cannot change the ticket, Flex which gives you the option of changing withing 90 days of purchase and Premium. The fares vary accordingly, from 700 Baht to over 2000 Baht.

Ubon is serviced with two flights a day, morning and afternoon. Nok Air flights originate and terminate in Bangkok at Don Muang Airport.

You can check their website at Nok Air.