Bangkok Airways: Arrive 2-3 Hrs Early at Hat Yai Airport for Hajj Travel

Khaosod•Economy•7h ago

Reader Briefing

Bangkok Airways recommends passengers heading to Hat Yai Airport arrive 2-3 hours earlier than usual for flights between April and June 2026 due to increased travel for the Hajj pilgrimage.

•Bangkok Airways has issued a notice regarding travel through Hat Yai Airport.
•A large number of Thai Muslims will be traveling to Saudi Arabia for the Hajj pilgrimage.
•The peak travel period is expected between April and June 2026.
•Passengers are advised to arrive 2-3 hours before their flight to manage expected congestion.

Overview

•Between April and June 2026, a significant number of Thai Muslims will travel for Hajj.
•The large volume of Hajj travelers is expected to cause congestion at Hat Yai Airport.
•Bangkok Airways advises passengers to arrive 2-3 hours prior to departure.
•Bangkok Airways issued a notice on its Facebook page regarding travel preparations.
•Travelers using Hat Yai Airport during this period may experience increased waiting times.
•The Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia, is a major annual religious event.

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Bangkok Airways

"For passengers using Hat Yai Airport between April-June 2026, a large number of Thai Muslims will be traveling to Hajj in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, causing airport congestion."

สำหรับผู้โดยสารที่จะใช้บริการสนามบินหาดใหญ่ ในช่วงระหว่างเดือนเมษายน-เดือนมิถุนายน 2026 นี้ จะมีพี่น้องชาวไทยที่นับถือศาสนาอิสลามเดินทางไปประกอบพิธีฮัจญ์ ณ นครเมกกะ ประเทศซาอุดิอาระเบีย เป็นจำนวนมาก ทำให้การจราจรภายในท่าอากาศยานไม่คล่องตัว

Key Entities

Organization

Bangkok Airways(บางกอกแอร์เวย์ส)ℹ️

The airline issuing travel advisories for Hat Yai Airport.

Place

Hat Yai Airport(ท่าอากาศยานหาดใหญ่)

The airport serving passengers, particularly those traveling for the Hajj pilgrimage.

Saudi Arabia(ซาอุฯ)ℹ️

The destination country for the Hajj pilgrimage.

Timeline

April-June 2026(เม.ย.-มิ.ย.69)

The period during which a large number of Hajj pilgrims are expected to travel.