May 14, 2024
Thai Vietjet Cancels Direct Flights Between Chiang Rai and Phuket
Thai Vietjet abruptly cancelled its direct flights between Chiang Rai and Phuket. The last flight on this route was on May 12, after operating the service four times a week since November 2023. Chiang Rai Airport has lost its active international status during the pandemic, and efforts to attract new international flights have struggled. The region's persistent smog issues and competition with cheaper routes via Chiang Mai have further complicated efforts to sustain flights.