NOK Air to Start Mumbai Bangkok Flight Services on October 28
Nok Air, a leading premium budget airline from Thailand, is set to launch new daily direct flights between Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) and Bangkok’s Don Muang Airport (DMK), commencing on October 28, 2024.
The service will be operated by the modern Airbus 737-800, which boasts 189 comfortable seats. In celebration of this launch, Nok Air hosted a pre-launch event on October 18 at the Radisson Blu in Mumbai. Attendees included Chief Commercial Officer Ranon Viputsiri, Thai Consul General Donnawit Poolsawat, representatives from the Thai Tourism Authority, along with key travel agents, tour operators and online travel agencies.
“Our new service represents a pivotal milestone for Nok Air as we strengthen our international network as a premium budget airline,” said Ranon Viputsiri, Chief Commercial Officer of Nok Air. “This enhanced connectivity between India and Bangkok will position Bangkok as a key gateway to Thailand, providing travellers seamless access to renowned destinations like Phuket and Chiang Mai, as well as lesser-known gems such as Chiang Rai, Nan, Trang, and many more ensuring a strong comprehensive travel experience.”
Nok Air is dedicated to providing an exceptional flying experience at an affordable price, reflected in its tagline, “We Fly Smiles.” Passengers can choose from two ticket types— Nok Air X-tra and Nok Max—each designed for comfort and convenience.
– Nok Air X-tra: Includes 20 kg of checked luggage, 7 kg of carry-on baggage, premium seating options, inflight entertainment and a complimentary snack box with a water bottle.
– Nok Max: Includes 30 kg of checked luggage, 7 kg of carry-on baggage, premium seating and a complimentary hot meal with Indian vegetarian or non-vegetarian options.
India is the third largest source of visitors to Thailand, with one million Indian tourists visiting between January and June 2024. Nok Air will operate a total of 12 flights between India and Thailand, including four weekly flights from Hyderabad and eight from Mumbai, offering passengers convenient flight times and premium services.
