Thai Airways is expanding its network for the 2026–27 winter season, with a timetable covering 66 domestic and international routes from Bangkok and across Thailand. The schedule runs from October 25, 2026, through March 27, 2027, with additional frequencies on a number of important European and Asian routes.
The expanded schedule is designed around Thailand’s peak tourism season, when demand for international travel typically increases. For travelers flying through Bangkok, the changes mean more departure choices on several major routes, while a number of regional destinations also receive additional service.
A Larger Network Through Bangkok
Bangkok remains at the center of Thai Airways’ winter network. The airline says selected services and frequencies have been increased in response to passenger bookings and travel demand, strengthening connections through its Bangkok hub.
The 66-route programme is divided into 15 routes serving Europe and Australia, 43 routes across Asia, and eight domestic routes within Thailand.
Where Thai Airways Is Adding Flights
The most noticeable changes are not simply the number of destinations, but the additional frequencies on selected routes. Several major European, Asian, and South Asian services receive more flights during the winter period.
Europe and Australia
Europe remains an important part of the winter network, with Thai Airways serving 12 European destinations alongside Perth, Melbourne, and Sydney in Australia.
| Destination | Winter frequency | Increase |
|---|---|---|
| Frankfurt | 14 per week | — |
| London | 14 per week | — |
| Melbourne | 14 per week | — |
| Sydney | 14 per week | — |
| Paris | 14 per week | 7 → 14 from Dec. 1 |
| Munich | 10 per week | 7 → 10 from Dec. 16 |
| Zurich | 11 per week | 7 → 11 from Jan. 16 |
| Amsterdam | 7 per week | — |
| Brussels | 7 per week | — |
| Copenhagen | 7 per week | — |
| Istanbul | 7 per week | — |
| Milan | 7 per week | — |
| Oslo | 7 per week | — |
| Stockholm | 7 per week | — |
| Perth | 7 per week | — |
Asia Is the Heart of the Schedule
Asia accounts for 43 of the 66 routes in the winter timetable. The network covers East Asia, Southeast Asia, India, South Asia, and destinations farther west on the Asian continent.
Japan remains particularly well served, with Bangkok connected to Fukuoka, Osaka, Nagoya, Tokyo Haneda, Tokyo Narita, and Sapporo. Nagoya receives an increase from seven to 12 flights per week from January 16, 2027.
| Japan destination | Flights per week |
|---|---|
| Tokyo Narita | 21 |
| Tokyo Haneda | 14 |
| Osaka | 14 |
| Nagoya | 7 → 12 from Jan. 16, 2027 |
| Fukuoka | 7 |
| Sapporo | 7 |
Southeast Asia Gets More Capacity
Several Southeast Asian routes receive additional flights during the winter season. Hong Kong rises from 28 to 35 weekly flights from December 1, while Vientiane, Hanoi, and Kuala Lumpur each increase from 14 to 21 flights per week on the same date.
Penang also receives a substantial increase, moving from seven to 14 weekly flights from November 16. Singapore remains one of the busiest routes in the network, with 35 flights per week.
| Destination | Winter frequency | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | 35 per week | — |
| Hong Kong | 35 per week | 28 → 35 from Dec. 1 |
| Hanoi | 21 per week | 14 → 21 from Dec. 1 |
| Vientiane | 21 per week | 14 → 21 from Dec. 1 |
| Yangon | 21 per week | — |
| Phnom Penh | 14 per week | — |
| Ho Chi Minh City | 14 per week | — |
| Da Nang | 14 per week | From Dec. 1 |
| Kuala Lumpur | 21 per week | 14 → 21 from Dec. 1 |
| Penang | 14 per week | 7 → 14 from Nov. 16 |
| Jakarta | 14 per week | — |
| Denpasar | 14 per week | — |
India Gets More Flights
India is another area where Thai Airways is increasing capacity. Kolkata rises from seven to 10 weekly flights from November 1, while Hyderabad and Bengaluru both receive additional service from November 16.
| Indian destination | Flights per week | Change |
|---|---|---|
| New Delhi | 28 | — |
| Mumbai | 14 | — |
| Chennai | 11 | — |
| Bengaluru | 11 | 7 → 11 from Nov. 16 |
| Kolkata | 10 | 7 → 10 from Nov. 1 |
| Hyderabad | 10 | 7 → 10 from Nov. 16 |
| Gaya | 7 | — |
| Ahmedabad | 7 | — |
New and Returning Connections
The winter programme also includes Bangkok–Xiamen service. Thai Airways’ schedule lists four flights a week to Xiamen from October 25, 2026.
Da Nang is another notable addition to the schedule. From December 1, Thai Airways will operate 14 flights a week between Bangkok and Da Nang, giving travelers a direct option for reaching central Vietnam.
What this means for travelers
The biggest practical advantage of the winter schedule is flexibility. More frequent flights can make it easier to choose departure times that fit an itinerary, connect onward through Bangkok, or find an alternative date when a preferred flight is full.
Travelers planning trips during the busiest part of the winter season should still check the exact timetable for their travel dates before booking, as individual flight schedules and frequencies can change.
Domestic Thailand
Thai Airways’ winter network also includes eight domestic routes from Bangkok. Chiang Mai and Phuket have the highest frequencies, while the schedule also covers Chiang Rai, Khon Kaen, Udon Thani, Ubon Ratchathani, Krabi, and Hat Yai.
Planning a Winter Trip From Thailand
For travelers based in Thailand, the new timetable is useful both for direct international journeys and for trips that use Bangkok as a connecting point. The additional frequencies are concentrated on several major European and Asian markets, while the wider 66-route network gives travelers a broad range of options from the Thai capital.
If you are planning travel between late October 2026 and late March 2027, it is worth checking the timetable for your specific dates rather than relying on the general weekly frequency. Some increases begin partway through the season, including the changes to Paris, Penang, Munich, Zurich, Nagoya, Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru.
A Stronger Network for the Winter Season
Thai Airways’ 2026–27 winter timetable represents a broad expansion of frequency rather than a simple increase in the number of destinations. With 66 routes across international and domestic markets, the schedule puts additional capacity into several of the airline’s most important connections through Bangkok.
For travelers, the result is a wider choice of departure times on key routes during Thailand’s busiest travel period, alongside a substantial network of destinations across Europe, Australia, Asia, and Thailand.
Winter Schedule at a Glance
| Region | Routes | Winter period |
|---|---|---|
| Europe & Australia | 15 | Oct. 25, 2026 – Mar. 27, 2027 |
| Asia | 43 | Oct. 25, 2026 – Mar. 27, 2027 |
| Domestic Thailand | 8 | Oct. 25, 2026 – Mar. 27, 2027 |
| Total | 66 | Winter 2026–27 |
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