Which airport should I fly into for Nakhon Si Thammarat?

For long-haul and international flights, Hat Yai International Airport (HDY) is the main gateway near Nakhon Si Thammarat. The closest airport, Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport (NST), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Nakhon Si Thammarat?

The nearest is about 7 mi (12 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Nakhon Si Thammarat?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Nakhon Si Thammarat

The closest airports to Nakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Nakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand is Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport (NST), about 7 mi (12 km) away — roughly 25 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Hat Yai International Airport (HDY).

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
NST	Nakhon Si Thammarat AirportNakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand	7 mi / 12 km	25 min	Regional
KBV	Krabi AirportKrabi, Thailand	71 mi / 114 km	2 hr 7 min	Regional
URT	Surat Thani AirportSurat Thani, Thailand	75 mi / 120 km	1 hr 44 min	Regional
USM	Samui AirportNa Thon (Ko Samui Island), Thailand	77 mi / 124 km	1 hr 47 min	Regional
HDY	Hat Yai International AirportHat Yai, Thailand	107 mi / 173 km	2 hr 30 min	International
HKT	Phuket International AirportPhuket, Thailand	115 mi / 185 km	2 hr 40 min	International
LGK	Langkawi International AirportLangkawi, Malaysia	146 mi / 235 km	3 hr 24 min	International
KAW	Kawthoung AirportKawthoung, Myanmar (Burma)	148 mi / 238 km	3 hr 26 min	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport (NST) is the most convenient at about 7 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Hat Yai International Airport (HDY) (107 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Nakhon Si Thammarat. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with NST.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near NST saves a stressful morning transfer.

Search hotels near NST All hotels near Nakhon Si Thammarat

Some links are affiliate links; we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Other cities these airports serve

Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Nakhon Si Thammarat is Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport (NST), about 7 mi (12 km) away — roughly 25 min by road.