Thai AirAsia

Q: What are Thai AirAsia's airline codes?

Thai AirAsia's IATA code is FD , its ICAO code is AIQ , and its callsign is THAI ASIA .

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Thai AirAsia is a Thailand-based low-cost airline in the AirAsia group, flying from Bangkok Don Mueang across Thailand and Asia. This guide covers its hubs, network, fleet, seats, baggage, check-in, airasia rewards and airport transportation.

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Aircraft: 69
Destinations: DMK, CNX, HKT
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The airline

About Thai AirAsia

Schedules, aircraft assignments, terminals and fare rules can change. Confirm operational details directly with Thai AirAsia before travel.

Official name: Thai AirAsia Company Limited
Callsign: THAI ASIA
Country: Thailand
Founded: 2003
Parent company: Asia Aviation Public Company Limited (AAV)
Head office: Don Mueang International Airport, Bangkok, Thailand
Alliance: None
Frequent-flyer program: airasia rewards
Official website: airasia.com

Thai AirAsia (Thai AirAsia Company Limited) is a low-cost airline based in Thailand and part of the AirAsia group. It was founded in November 2003, started flying in February 2004 and has its head office at Don Mueang International Airport in Bangkok. Its parent company is Asia Aviation Public Company Limited, and it is not a member of an airline alliance.

Its main base is Bangkok Don Mueang (DMK), with further hubs at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK), Phuket and Chiang Mai, and bases in Krabi, Hat Yai and Chiang Rai. The network covers 69 destinations in 17 countries: 23 in Thailand and 46 international points in Southeast Asia, India, China, Japan, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, the Maldives and Nepal.

The fleet of 62 aircraft is all Airbus: A320ceo, A320neo and A321neo.

Network

Where Thai AirAsia flies

Routes and frequencies change with the season. Thai AirAsia flight numbers start with FD; some AirAsia-branded flights are operated by sister airlines, so check the operating carrier when you book.

Thailand

23 domestic destinations, with flights from Don Mueang to cities such as Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Phuket, Krabi, Hat Yai and Udon Thani, and cross-country routes from Phuket and Chiang Mai.

Southeast Asia

Routes to Malaysia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore and Indonesia, including Don Mueang to Kuala Lumpur and Phuket to Siem Reap.

India and South Asia

Flights from Don Mueang to cities in India such as Chennai and Hyderabad, and to Colombo, the Maldives and Nepal.

East Asia

Routes to China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan and Japan.

Aircraft

Thai AirAsia fleet

Thai AirAsia flies an all-Airbus A320-family fleet of 62 aircraft (December 31, 2025). The aircraft shown at booking is not guaranteed until departure.

Airbus A320ceo

44 aircraft with 180 seats, used across the domestic and regional network.

Airbus A320neo

11 aircraft with 186 seats.

Airbus A321neo

7 aircraft with 236 seats, used on higher-demand and longer regional routes.

On board

Thai AirAsia cabin classes

Thai AirAsia has a single economy cabin. Extras such as seat selection, checked baggage and meals are sold separately or in fare bundles; options depend on the route and fare.

Economy

The standard all-economy cabin. Seats are assigned at check-in unless you choose one in advance.

Hot Seats

Seats in the front rows or with extra legroom that can be selected for a charge.

Fare bundles

Bundles can add checked baggage, seat selection, meals or more flexible changes. What each bundle includes is shown at booking.

Before you fly

Practical information

Baggage Cabin bags, checked bags, missing luggage

Thai AirAsia baggage allowances depend on the fare, any bundle you buy and the route. Check your booking for what is included.

Carry-on

Every fare includes a cabin baggage allowance. Size and weight limits are shown during booking and depend on fare; bags that exceed them must be checked in.

Checked baggage

Checked baggage is not included in basic fares. It can be added during booking, in a fare bundle or later in Manage Booking.

Special items

Sports equipment, musical instruments, medical equipment and other special items follow separate rules. Check airasia.com before you fly.

Check-in and boarding Steps before departure

Online check-in is available on airasia.com and in the AirAsia app. Opening and closing times depend on the route and are shown in your booking; counters and bag drop close earlier for international flights.

1 Confirm
Confirm the operating airline, the Bangkok airport (Don Mueang or Suvarnabhumi) and the terminal.
2 Documents
Review passport, visa and entry requirements for your destination.
3 Check in
Check in online or in the app as soon as it opens.
4 Boarding pass
Download the mobile boarding pass or print it.
5 Arrive early
Allow time for bag drop, security and, on international flights, immigration.

Lounges

Lounge access is not part of standard Thai AirAsia fares. Travelers can use independent lounges at Don Mueang, Suvarnabhumi and other airports where access is sold separately or offered through cards and memberships. Check the location and opening hours before you travel.

Loyalty program

airasia rewards is the AirAsia group's loyalty program, formerly known as BIG. Members earn airasia points on AirAsia flights and with partner businesses, and can use them toward flights and other travel services. Program rules change, so check your account for the conditions that apply to your trip.

Flight status and customer service Official sources

For current operational information, use Thai AirAsia's official services:

AirAsia website

airasia.com for booking, check-in, trip management and flight status

AirAsia app

Available for iOS and Android, with mobile boarding passes and flight notifications

Where you land

Thai AirAsia airports

Thai AirAsia's main base is Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK), which handles most of its domestic and international flights. Its Suvarnabhumi flights are limited to a few domestic routes, so check which Bangkok airport is on your ticket before you book a transfer.

Don Mueang International Airport Hub

DMK · Bangkok

Thai AirAsia's main base, with most of its domestic and international flights.