Bangkok: The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) has confirmed that airfare prices across all routes have not exceeded the established price ceiling during the Chinese New Year period. The CAAT has been vigilant in tracking and regulating airfares for travel between February 18-22, 2026, ensuring compliance with the set limits. According to Thai News Agency, the CAAT's monitoring efforts have shown that while all airfares remained within the prescribed ceiling, there was a noticeable increase in prices. This surge is largely attributed to heightened travel demand, especially on routes to and from southern provinces like Phuket and Hat Yai. The increased demand has also resulted in several flights being sold out. In addition to monitoring, the CAAT has conducted inspections of airfare prices displayed on Online Travel Agent (OTA) platforms. It was found that some prices appeared unusually high, prompting the CAAT to coordinate with airlines to verify and correct their price display systems with the r elevant OTAs. Airlines are urged to take immediate corrective action if discrepancies are found and report back to the CAAT. The Electronic Business Development Agency (ETDA) has been informed to assist in monitoring digital platform services as part of interagency cooperation. The CAAT advises passengers to compare airfare prices from different sources before purchasing tickets. If unusually high prices are observed, passengers are recommended to use the airlines' direct sales channels, which typically offer prices within the CAAT-approved limits. To enhance travel planning, the CAAT encourages passengers to plan their trips well in advance, especially during peak periods, to secure affordable tickets. Passengers experiencing issues with airline services or not receiving expected treatment can file complaints through the CAAT's official complaint portal at complaint.caat.or.th.
Menu