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Gateway to Krabi's limestone karsts and Andaman coast.
Opened
1991
Location
Krabi, Thailand
Krabi International Airport (KBV/VTSG) serves the popular tourist province of Krabi in southern Thailand, providing access to the Andaman Sea coastline, Railay Beach, and the nearby islands of Koh Lanta and Koh Phi Phi. The airport handles a significant volume of international and domestic traffic, driven largely by Thailand's booming tourism industry.
The airport is operated by Airports of Thailand (AOT) and has undergone capacity expansions to accommodate growing passenger numbers. It is one of several key gateways to Thailand's southern peninsula alongside Phuket and Koh Samui airports.
Krabi Airport sits approximately 15 kilometres east of Krabi Town and features modern facilities suited to leisure travellers, including duty-free retail and food and beverage outlets.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal handling both domestic and international arrivals and departures.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options include metered taxis, minivan transfers, and airport buses connecting to Krabi Town, Ao Nang, and ferry piers.
Airlines here
Major carriers serving Krabi include Thai AirAsia, Bangkok Airways, Thai Airways, Lion Air, and various international charter and low-cost carriers.
Notable facts
- ›Operated by Airports of Thailand (AOT), the state-owned airport authority.
- ›Situated approximately 15 km east of Krabi Town near the town of Nuea Khlong.
- ›Serves as a jumping-off point for popular islands including Koh Phi Phi and Koh Lanta.
- ›Annual passenger throughput has exceeded 5 million in peak pre-COVID years.
- ›The surrounding landscape features dramatic karst limestone formations visible on approach.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
