Udon Thani Province, Thailand
Udon Thani International Airport (UTH) is the main gateway. It handles domestic and limited international flights. Several Thai airlines operate frequent flights to UTH, including Thai Airways (Thai Smile), Nok Air, Thai Lion Air, AirAsia, and Thai Vietjet Air.
No direct flights exist from major global hubs to Udon Thani. All international travelers connect via Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi - BKK or Don Mueang - DMK). Plan your international flight to land in Bangkok, then book a separate domestic flight to Udon Thani.
UTH is a moderately sized airport. It includes basic facilities and services for travelers. These are separate domestic and international terminals, ATMs, currency exchange, restaurants, and limited duty-free shops.
Metered taxis are readily available outside the terminal. Fares to the city center are reasonable (150-250 THB). Insist on meter use. Private transfer counters are inside the terminal for fixed-price options.
The Grab ride-sharing app operates in Udon Thani for airport transfers, with transparent pricing. Car rental counters from international and local companies are also available at the airport.
Udon Thani is a common transit point for crossing into Laos via the Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge I at Nong Khai. You complete Thai exit procedures, take a shuttle bus across, then complete Lao entry procedures. Ensure all required documents for both countries are present.
Udon Thani Railway Station offers direct train services to Bangkok (Hua Lamphong Station). Overnight sleeper trains (fan or air-conditioned) are popular. Booking sleeper berths in advance, especially during peak seasons, is recommended. Tickets are available at the station or through agents.
Udon Thani has two bus terminals. Terminal 1 serves nearby towns. Terminal 2 handles long-distance buses to Bangkok (Mo Chit 2) and other major cities (Chiang Mai, Phuket, Pattaya). VIP and first-class buses are available. Purchase tickets at terminals or online via 12Go.Asia.
An International Driving Permit (IDP) is needed for driving in Thailand. Present it along with your national driving license. Without an IDP, your travel insurance may be invalid if you are involved in an accident. Roads in and around Udon Thani are generally well-maintained. Major highways are multi-lane.
Exercise high caution, especially at intersections and when turning. Google Maps is effective for navigation and provides accurate directions throughout the region.
This section does not apply to Udon Thani. Udon Thani is an inland city and lacks sea or major river ports for passenger arrivals. No specific information on this topic.
Plan your departure from Udon Thani with these practical details. No specific exit fees or taxes are typically charged separately upon departure from Udon Thani International Airport. These charges are usually included in your airfare price.
Confirmation of flight or train schedule. Recheck baggage allowance.
Locate your gate. Plan for duty-free shopping if desired. Relax before boarding.
Confirm all belongings are packed. Ensure no items are left behind in accommodation.
Complete checkout procedures. Return keys or access cards.
Follow signs to your gate or platform. Board your transport.
