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Hat Yai International Airport
Hat Yai, Thailand
Hat Yai International Airport serves southern Thailand's largest city, near the Malaysian border. Major gateway for Thai Muslim travellers, Malaysian visitors, and the gateway to Songkhla, Koh Lipe (via ferry), and the deep south.
Getting to the City
| Method | Duration | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Bus | 30 min to Hat Yai city | 100 THB |
| Taxi | 20–30 min | 300–500 THB |
| Minivan to Songkhla | 60 min | 100 THB |
Airport Bus
Mini-coach to Hat Yai bus terminal and city centre. Runs every 30 minutes.
Taxi
Fixed airport taxi rates from official counter. Cheaper than tourist airports.
Minivan to Songkhla
Direct minivan service to Songkhla city for travellers heading to the coastal old town.
Airport Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Food court (limited compared to bigger airports)
- Currency exchange and ATMs
- Small duty-free shop
- Halal food options widely available
Traveller Tips
1.Most travellers connect through Hat Yai for Koh Lipe — bus to Pak Bara pier (2 hours) plus speedboat to Koh Lipe (1.5 hours, Nov–Apr only).
2.Hat Yai is a major Halal food destination; Muslim travellers find easy options.
3.The Thai-Malaysia border is 1 hour south — Padang Besar railway crossing for Malaysia trains.