Transportation
Transportation from Hat Yai Airport to Hat Yai City
Quick Comparison
| Option | Price (THB) | Travel time | Convenience | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minibus (Microbus) | 60 | 30–40 min | ★★★☆☆ | Fixed route, hourly departures |
| Songthaew (Shared pick-up) | 20–30 | 30–40 min | ★★☆☆☆ | Stop 100 m outside the airport |
| Airport Van | 100 | 25–35 min | ★★★★☆ | Ticket counters at arrivals |
| Grab RECOMMENDED | 250–350 | 20–30 min | ★★★★★ | Fast & convenient (app-based) |
| Airport Taxi RECOMMENDED | 250–300 | 20–30 min | ★★★★★ | Taxi counter in arrival hall |
1. Minibus (Hat Yai – Hat Yai Airport)
Minibuses have been operating since July 2018. Each vehicle seats 24 passengers and follows this fixed route:
Route: Hat Yai Airport → Kaset Market Van Station → District Office → Niphat Uthit 2 Road → Kim Yong Market → Clock Tower → Hat Yai Witthayalai School → Kho Hong → Prince of Songkla University → Central Festival Mall → Hat Yai Bus Terminal
- Service hours: 06:00 – 23:30
- Frequency: Every hour
- Fare: 60 THB (flat rate)
2. Songthaew (Shared pick-up truck)
Songthaew is a local, low-cost shared transport option. The pick-up point is approximately 100 meters outside the airport gate.
Route: Hat Yai Airport → Hat Yai Nai → Hat Yai Police Station → Kim Yong Market → Prince of Songkla University → Hat Yai Bus Terminal
Fare: 20–30 THB (driver-dependent)
3. Airport Van
Buy tickets at counters marked "Van to City". Staff will assign a van number and boarding location.
- Fare: 100 THB
- Drop-off: Sai 1–3, Sanehanusorn Road, Central, Lee Gardens, Chue Chang, Kim Yong Market
4. Grab RECOMMENDED
Grab offers comfortable, door-to-door service via mobile app booking.
- Fare: 250–350 THB
- Travel time: 20–30 minutes
- Note: Confirm allowed airport pickup zones
5. Hat Yai Airport Taxi RECOMMENDED
Available at the official Taxi Counter. Staff will assign a vehicle and provide a fare coupon.
- Fare: 250–300 THB
- Destinations: Kim Yong Market, Lee Gardens, Central Festival, Bus Terminal