Thai Airways Review, Baggage Rules and Services
Everything you need to know — baggage allowances, cabin classes, routes, and what makes it Thailand's flagship carrier with renowned Thai hospitality.
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Boeing 747 at Frankfurt Airport
Quick Facts
Key information about this airline at a glance
| Airline Name | Thai Airways International PCL |
| Founded | 1960 |
| Headquarters | Bangkok, Thailand |
| Alliance | Star Alliance |
| Fleet Size | ~80 aircraft |
| Destinations | 80+ worldwide |
| Airline Type | Full-Service (Luxury) |
| Annual Passengers | ~20 million |
| Hub Airport | Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) |
| On-time Performance | ~75% |
| Skytrax Rating | 5-star airline |
| Explorelio Rating | ⭐ 4.2 / 5 |
Airline Rating Breakdown
Explorelio scores based on passenger experience and industry data
Baggage Allowance
Thai Airways offers generous baggage allowances across all cabin classes. See our full airline comparison for a side-by-side view.
| Carry-on bag (all fares) | 56 × 45 × 25 cm |
| Weight limit | 7 kg Economy / 10 kg Business |
| Personal item | Laptop bag / handbag |
| Economy — 1 × 20 kg | Included |
| Economy (long-haul) — 1 × 30 kg | Included |
| Business Class — 2 × 30 kg | Included |
| First Class — 2 × 40 kg | Included |
💡 Tip: Thai Airways includes generous checked baggage on all fares — one of the most generous policies among Asian carriers. Compare prices on Expedia before booking.
Cabin Classes
Three cabin classes — from Economy to Royal Silk Business and First Class
- 1 × 20–30 kg checked bag included
- Seat pitch: 79–84 cm
- In-flight entertainment included
- Authentic Thai cuisine included
- 2 × 30 kg bags included
- Lie-flat seat on long-haul
- Royal Orchid Lounge access
- Thai fine dining onboard
- 2 × 32 kg bags included
- Lie-flat bed, direct aisle access
- Thai fine dining and warm hospitality
- Senator Lounge access (Frankfurt)
Fleet Overview
Thai Airways operates a mixed Airbus and Boeing long-haul fleet. Compare with other carriers on our airline comparison page.
Airbus A320neo taking off from Frankfurt
Route Network
Thai Airways connects 80+ destinations via Bangkok — the gateway to Southeast Asia. Check our destination guides and travel itineraries for trip ideas.
- Bangkok BKK, Chiang Mai
- Phuket, Hat Yai
- Krabi, Koh Samui
- Udon Thani, Khon Kaen
- Singapore, Kuala Lumpur
- Tokyo, Seoul
- Hong Kong, Beijing
- Jakarta, Manila
- Delhi, Mumbai
- Kathmandu, Colombo
- Dubai, Riyadh
- Male (Maldives)
- London, Paris
- Frankfurt, Amsterdam
- Sydney, Melbourne
- Brisbane
Pros and Cons
- 🙏 Exceptional traditional Thai hospitality and service
- 🍜 Authentic Thai cuisine — among Asia's best in-flight food
- 🌏 Best Southeast Asian connectivity via Bangkok
- 🎒 Very generous checked baggage on all fares
- 💰 Competitive fares especially on Asian routes
- ⏰ Below-average punctuality — see our airline comparison for alternatives
- 🔄 All routes connect via Bangkok
- 🌍 Limited European and American network
- ✈️ Ageing fleet on some routes
- 📋 Recovering from 2020 restructuring — service inconsistency
Boeing 747-8 at Frankfurt gate
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