The share price of Airports of Thailand Public Company Limited (SET: AOT) at the time of 11:43 a.m. on Thursday was at THB 39, a THB 2.75 or 7.59% increase with a total trading value of THB 1,149 million.
Kerati Kijmanawat, Chief Executive Officer of AOT, anticipates a surge in passenger traffic at Don Mueang Airport during the Songkran festival from April 11-17, 2025.
The airport is expected to handle a total of 701,636 passengers, averaging 100,234 passengers per day, reflecting a 10.8% increase from the previous year. This includes 282,490 international passengers, rising by 6.9%, and 419,146 domestic passengers, growing by 13.5%.
Flight operations during this period are projected to reach 4,391 flights, averaging 627 flights daily, marking a 3.1% increase. Notably, domestic flights will see 2,705 operations, a 7.3% increase. The peak travel day is anticipated to be April 11, 2025, indicating a significant rise in domestic travel demand.
The airport identified peak hours for international flights and passengers as 04:00-05:00, 12:00-13:00, 15:00-16:00, and 20:00-21:00. For domestic flights, peak times are 07:00-08:00 and 20:00-21:00.
Amid efforts by the government to boost tourism and the aviation industry, passenger demand for travel and returning to hometowns is strong. Don Mueang Airport advises passengers to arrive 2-3 hours before their flight to avoid missing departures.
To enhance passenger service, Don Mueang Airport has implemented Biometric technology and an extensive common use passenger processing system (CUPPS), which includes common use self-service (CUSS) and common use bag drop (CUBD) systems.
The airport also utilizes an Airport Collaborative Decision Making (A-CDM) system to optimize operations among stakeholders, including the airport, airlines, ground service providers, and air traffic services.
The “SAWASDEE by AOT” application further aids passengers and tourists in planning and accessing service information.
Moreover, Don Mueang Airport will provide free parking during the Songkran festival from 00:01 on April 12, 2025, to 24:00 on April 16, 2025, at the lot in front of the five-story parking building. Shuttle services will be available 24/7 between the parking structure and the international terminal, Gate 6.
