Thai Airways International is flying from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi as of 5 June 2026, with no airline-wide suspension notice found on Thai Airways’ official pages reviewed for this update.
The main verified disruption remains Thai Airways’ temporary May 2026 capacity cuts, which were linked to higher fuel costs and softer low-season demand.
Travelers should still check Thai Airways’ own flight schedule or flight status before departure, especially for Middle East routings. Kuwait suspended flights at Kuwait International Airport on 3 June after a reported airport attack, but this update found no Thai Airways notice announcing a new June suspension because of that event.
What’s suspended or cut in June 2026
Most Thai Airways reductions reported in April were scheduled for May 2026 only. The clearest carry-over found in published schedule filings is Bangkok-Narita, which was listed at 2 daily flights through 28 June 2026.
| Route or group | Status for this update | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo Narita | Reduced to 2 daily in May; schedule filing also showed 2 daily from 1-28 June. | Confirm the exact flight number and departure time before travel. |
| Kaohsiung | The reported full suspension was dated 8-31 May. | Do not rely on the May notice for June travel; check Thai Airways directly. |
| Other May-reduced routes | Published reductions for routes including Seoul, Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Taipei, Singapore, Phnom Penh, India and Europe were largely dated to May. | Use the current booking or flight-status tool for June departures. |
| Domestic Thailand routes | May cuts affected Khon Kaen, Udon Thani and Ubon Ratchathani; Thai Airways’ booking pages still show June domestic fare availability on some routes. | Check the operating flight number, not only route availability. |
Why flights were cut
Thai Airways said the May reductions were a short-term flight-management measure rather than permanent route cancellations. The airline cited higher oil costs and lower seasonal demand.
Thai Airways’ own fuel-surcharge notice for Japan-Bangkok tickets issued from 1 May 2026 raised economy surcharges to USD 140 and first/business surcharges to USD 170, subject to government approval. Surcharges vary by market, so check the fare rules for the country where your ticket is issued.
What’s still flying
Thai Airways has not published a network-wide stop-sale or global suspension notice in the official sources reviewed for 5 June 2026.
Thai Airways booking pages reviewed during this update showed June fare availability on several routes, including Phuket, Singapore, Tokyo Narita, Seoul Incheon, Hong Kong, Shanghai Pudong, London Heathrow, Khon Kaen and Udon Thani.
For Gulf travel, do not rely on older route or airspace statements. Thai Airways has a Bangkok-Dubai route page, but passengers should verify same-day operation because regional airspace and airport restrictions can change quickly.
Rebooking and refund options
If Thai Airways delays, cancels or diverts your flight, the airline’s Flight Disruption page lets passengers request supporting documents for insurance purposes.
Thai Airways’ reservation and ticketing terms say refunds are handled through Thai Airways offices, with refunds credited back to the original card where applicable.
If you booked through a travel agent or online platform, contact them first because they may need to process changes or refunds on your behalf.
FAQ
Is Thai Airways still flying in June 2026?
Yes, Thai Airways is still selling and operating flights across its network. This update found no official Thai Airways notice announcing an airline-wide June suspension.
Are the May 2026 Thai Airways cuts still active?
Most published reductions were dated to May only. Bangkok-Narita is the main listed carry-over found in schedule filings, at 2 daily flights through 28 June.
Is Thai Airways affected by the renewed Gulf strikes?
Regional risk is elevated after Kuwait suspended airport flights on 3 June, but this update did not verify a Thai Airways-specific June suspension linked to the incident. Check your flight status close to departure.
Will I get a refund if Thai Airways cancels my flight?
Thai Airways directs refund requests through its offices and says refunds are credited back to the original card where applicable. If you booked through an agent, start with the agent.
Did Thai Airways raise fuel surcharges?
Yes, Thai Airways published higher Japan-Bangkok fuel surcharges for tickets issued from 1 May 2026, subject to government approval. Check the fare rules for your own market because surcharge levels can differ by route and point of sale.
Sources
- Thai Airways — Official flight schedule page
- Thai Airways — Current booking and route availability page
- Thai Airways — Bangkok to Dubai route page
- Thai Airways — Flight Disruption help page
- Thai Airways — Reservation and ticketing terms and conditions
- Thai Airways — Fuel surcharges for tickets issued after 1 May 2026
- The Nation Thailand — Thai Airways cuts 46 flights in May amid mounting oil price pressure
- The Nation Thailand — Thai Airways explains flight cuts amid fuel crisis and slowing demand
- AeroRoutes — THAI May 2026 service reductions
- Xinhua — Kuwait suspends flights after airport terminal hit in attack
- Bahrain Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications — Airport operations resumption after April suspension
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