How to Book Travel on Thai Airways International

Thai Airways International offers commercial service both domestically and internationally, serving 74 destinations. This airline has been operating for almost 50 years. They boast experienced and friendly service. Follow these steps to book your Thai Airways flight.

Things You'll Need

• Credit card
• Passport
• A computer with Internet access

Instructions

Book Your Travel on Thai Airways International

1. Reserve and pay for your flight online with their Web site (see Resources below). Thai International Airways has an easy-to-use, 6-step online booking process that allows you to pay for an e-ticket online or purchase a paper ticket at a Thai city office.

2. Book your ticket over the phone by calling the Thai International Airways Contact Center at 800-426-5204. This voice-activated system guides you through the booking process.

3. Visit a Thai International Airways ticket office to purchase your ticket directly from an agent. Contact the airline to determine the office hours and locations of the ticket agents.

Understand Flight Requirements

1. Know your personal limitations. Thai International Airways expects passengers who need additional seat room to purchase seats that are size appropriate, typically found in Royal First Class or Royal Silk Class.

2. Change or cancel your itinerary with enough time to get a refund. If you have to cancel your trip, you must do so within 3 hours of departure and file your refund request within 30 days.

Plan Your Trip

1. Travel within Thailand. Thai Airways International flies locally to Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Phitsanulok, Mae Hong Son, Khon Kaen, Ubon Ratchathani, Udon Thani, Hat Yai, Phuket, Surat Thani and Krabi.

2. Know the aircraft you'll be flying. This airline has an impressive fleet of aircraft, numbering just over 80 and averaging 10.4 years in age.

Tips & Warnings

• Get the best fare when booking online by clicking on "Restricted Low Fares." This option is found on the availability page and will weed out the more expensive fares to get you the best rate.

• Join "Royal Orchid Plus," Thai International Airways' frequent flyer program. This is an excellent way to earn points towards free travel.

• Find out how long you will be traveling and prepare accordingly. Thai International Airways has several extremely long, non-stop international flights. It's important for your health to keep hydrated and active during extensive air travel.

• Do your homework. When you are traveling internationally, be certain you have the proper paperwork and proof of health necessary for your travels. Not having the correct documentation could prevent you from reaching your destination.