Explore the latest Thai Airways (TG) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Thai Airways International was founded on March 29, 1960. It is the national airline of Thailand. Its head office is located in Bangkok, Thailand. Its main hubs are Bangkok-Suvarnabhumi, Phuket. Thai Airways International is a member of Star Alliance. The airline operates the longest non-stop passenger flights, including Bangkok - Los Angeles. In total, Thai Airways International serves 59 routes. The company's fleet consists of 38 airplanes.
Fees and allowances vary by route, fare and status.
Baggage
Passengers traveling in Thai Airways are allowed to carry at least two checked baggage along with them. Baggage weight for domestic flights: passengers of Royal Silk Class are allowed to carry 40 kg; for the premium economy class you can enjoy the baggage weight limit of 30 kg; passengers of economy class can also carry baggage up to 30 kg; except RBD in which the weight limit is 20 kg.
Animals can fly as checked baggage on a number of Thai Airways flights if the combined weight of the pet and carrier does not exceed 32 kg. For pets traveling as checked baggage, carriers must not exceed dimensions 137 cm x 68 cm x 83 cm.
Children up to two years old (24 months) are not required to have their own seat. Only one lap child is allowed per adult. If one adult is traveling with more than one infant under two years of age, a seat will have to be purchased for each additional infant. A child under two years old (24 months) is charged a percentage of an adult fare plus taxes, even if the infant will be on the lap of another passenger for the flight.
Check-in can be done online (via the website or mobile app) or at the airport. Online registration begins 24 hours before departure and ends 40 minutes before departure. Check-in desks open three hours before departure and close 40 minutes before departure.
Children over the age of five can travel alone. The airline provides an accompanying service for minors. The service is mandatory for children aged 5 to 11 and optional for children aged 12 to 17. THAI allows only children aged 8 to 11 to travel as unaccompanied minors in Business Class and First Class.
Find quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Thai Airways International.
What are Thai Airways’ general cabin baggage limits?
You may bring one 7 kg bag measuring 56 × 45 × 25 cm, including wheels, handles and pockets. It must fit the sizer and the 115 cm combined dimension limit.
What are Thai Airways’ additional personal item limits?
The limit is 1.5 kg, measuring 37.5 × 25 × 12.5 cm or 75 cm in combined dimensions.
Can Star Gold members bring an extra cabin bag on Thai Airways?
On journeys with at least two Star Alliance carriers, first and business passengers may add one bag. Economy passengers receive no extra bag.
Can children use a Bedbox on Thai Airways?
It must meet size and safety rules, cannot be used for infants or at exit or bulkhead seats, and must not be used during taxi, takeoff, landing, turbulence or when the belt light is on. Crew discretion applies.
Are leg hammocks, baby hammocks or recline blockers allowed on Thai Airways?
No. These items are prohibited.
When must I purchase Thai Airways extra baggage online?
Purchase at least 24 hours before departure. The service applies only to TG-operated flights.
How much weight-concept extra baggage can I buy online from Thai Airways?
Purchase in 5 kg increments, up to 50 kg, once per passenger, booking and route.
Can Thai Airways prepaid extra baggage be refunded or exchanged?
No. It is non-refundable and non-exchangeable. The electronic miscellaneous document (EMD) is valid for one year.
What limits apply to Thai Airways extra piece-concept bags?
Combined dimensions are limited to 158 cm. First, business and Premium Economy Plus allow 32 kg; Premium Economy and economy allow 23 kg.
What proof of Thai Airways extra baggage purchase must I present?
Present the issued electronic miscellaneous document (EMD) at the check-in counter.
Thai Airways International Flights, Routes & Travel Guide
Explore the latest Thai Airways (TG) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Explore the latest Thai Airways (TG) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Thai Airways International was founded on March 29, 1960. It is the national airline of Thailand. Its head office is located in Bangkok, Thailand. Its main hubs are Bangkok-Suvarnabhumi, Phuket. Thai Airways International is a member of Star Alliance. The airline operates the longest non-stop passenger flights, including Bangkok - Los Angeles. In total, Thai Airways International serves 59 routes. The company's fleet consists of 38 airplanes.
Fees and allowances vary by route, fare and status.
Baggage
Passengers traveling in Thai Airways are allowed to carry at least two checked baggage along with them. Baggage weight for domestic flights: passengers of Royal Silk Class are allowed to carry 40 kg; for the premium economy class you can enjoy the baggage weight limit of 30 kg; passengers of economy class can also carry baggage up to 30 kg; except RBD in which the weight limit is 20 kg.
Animals can fly as checked baggage on a number of Thai Airways flights if the combined weight of the pet and carrier does not exceed 32 kg. For pets traveling as checked baggage, carriers must not exceed dimensions 137 cm x 68 cm x 83 cm.
Children up to two years old (24 months) are not required to have their own seat. Only one lap child is allowed per adult. If one adult is traveling with more than one infant under two years of age, a seat will have to be purchased for each additional infant. A child under two years old (24 months) is charged a percentage of an adult fare plus taxes, even if the infant will be on the lap of another passenger for the flight.
Check-in can be done online (via the website or mobile app) or at the airport. Online registration begins 24 hours before departure and ends 40 minutes before departure. Check-in desks open three hours before departure and close 40 minutes before departure.
Children over the age of five can travel alone. The airline provides an accompanying service for minors. The service is mandatory for children aged 5 to 11 and optional for children aged 12 to 17. THAI allows only children aged 8 to 11 to travel as unaccompanied minors in Business Class and First Class.
Find quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Thai Airways International.
What are Thai Airways’ general cabin baggage limits?
You may bring one 7 kg bag measuring 56 × 45 × 25 cm, including wheels, handles and pockets. It must fit the sizer and the 115 cm combined dimension limit.
What are Thai Airways’ additional personal item limits?
The limit is 1.5 kg, measuring 37.5 × 25 × 12.5 cm or 75 cm in combined dimensions.
Can Star Gold members bring an extra cabin bag on Thai Airways?
On journeys with at least two Star Alliance carriers, first and business passengers may add one bag. Economy passengers receive no extra bag.
Can children use a Bedbox on Thai Airways?
It must meet size and safety rules, cannot be used for infants or at exit or bulkhead seats, and must not be used during taxi, takeoff, landing, turbulence or when the belt light is on. Crew discretion applies.
Are leg hammocks, baby hammocks or recline blockers allowed on Thai Airways?
No. These items are prohibited.
When must I purchase Thai Airways extra baggage online?
Purchase at least 24 hours before departure. The service applies only to TG-operated flights.
How much weight-concept extra baggage can I buy online from Thai Airways?
Purchase in 5 kg increments, up to 50 kg, once per passenger, booking and route.
Can Thai Airways prepaid extra baggage be refunded or exchanged?
No. It is non-refundable and non-exchangeable. The electronic miscellaneous document (EMD) is valid for one year.
What limits apply to Thai Airways extra piece-concept bags?
Combined dimensions are limited to 158 cm. First, business and Premium Economy Plus allow 32 kg; Premium Economy and economy allow 23 kg.
What proof of Thai Airways extra baggage purchase must I present?
Present the issued electronic miscellaneous document (EMD) at the check-in counter.