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Nok Air is a small, budget operating from the Thai capital of Bangkok to 24 airports throughout Thailand and 9 destinations in China, India, Myanmar and Vietnam. The airline's hub is Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) and is the low-cost subsidiary of Thai Airways. Nok Air began operations in July 2004 with a single Boeing 737-400 and the first two routes inaugurated were from Bangkok to Udon Thani in the east and Chiang Mai in the north of Thailand. Nok Air is registered under Nok Airlines Co.Ltd and is a joint venture between public and private investors. Nok is the Thai word for 'bird' which symbolises friendship and the freedom to fly anywhere.
In 2006, the company's name was changed to Nok Airlines Co.Ltd. On 18th January 2013, the company changed its name to "Nok Airlines Public Company Limited" when it listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET).
In 2014, Scoot and Nok Air paired up to create NokScoot, a low-cost joint venture airline that would operate medium to long-haul flights to a variety of cities in Asia and Oceania. Unfortunately, NokScoot was heavily impacted by the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and entered liquidation in 2020.
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Baggage Policy
Nok Air has a different baggage policy for carry-on and checked baggage.
Carry-on Baggage
One item of carry-on baggage is included on both domestic and international flights. The carry-on baggage must not weigh more than 7kg and must not exceed the dimensions of 56 x 36 x 23 cm.
Checked Baggage
Passengers on Nok Air flights are able to purchase checked baggage. Passengers are allowed 15kg of checked baggage per fee for domestic flights and 30kg of checked baggage per fee for international flights and domestic flights that connect to international flights. Checked baggage is dropped off at the airport check-in counters.
Cabin Classes
Nok Air passengers can fly in Economy and Premium Economy Class.
Economy Class
Economy Class facilities
Economy is the only cabin class on Nok Air flights. You can enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages are provided for all service classes in addition to free onboard WiFi for all passengers. This allows passengers to stay connected, from using their own devices to stream entertainment or using them to be productive and keep up with work.
Economy Class seats
It provides comfortable leather seats to set up for an enjoyable and relaxing journey with lots of legroom to stretch your legs.
Premium Economy
Economy Premium Class facilities
Passengers can choose to upgrade to premium economy, called Nok Smile Plus with this airline. You're served complimentary snack as well as hot and cold beverages in addition you can enjoy free WiFi. This earns passengers extra and exclusive privileges, such as an additional 10kg of baggage, priority check-in (at certain airports) and premium seat selections onboard your flight.
Economy Premium Class seats
With premkum class seats you can enjoy extra comfort and legroom space with more pitch rate compared to economy class. comfortable leather seats to set up for an enjoyable and relaxing journey with lots of legroom to stretch your legs.
Check-In
Nok Air passengers can check in online on selected flights. If you're unable to check in online then you must check in at the airport.
Online Check-in
Nok Air customers on domestic flights can check-in online. Those booked onto international flights are not able to use online check-in. Passengers can check-in to your domestic Nok Air flight 24 hours between 24 hours—one hours before their flight. To check-in online for your flight, please visit Nok Air web check-in page and enter your booking number and last name to check-in to your Nok Air domestic flight.
Airport Check-in
If passengers are unable to check-in online for their domestic flight or they're flying on an international flight, Nok Air offers airport check-in on all their flights. For domestic flights, airport check-in opens two hours before departure and closes 45 minutes before. For international flights, airport check-in opens three hours before departure and closes one hour before.
Frequent Flyer Programme
Nok Air's Frequent Flyer Club is called 'Nok Fan Club'.
Nok Fan Club
Nok Air has a frequent Flyer Program called the 'Nok Fan Club' and gets exclusive privileges being Nok Smile and Nok Smile Plus members. Privileges such as free extra baggage allowance, premium sear, dedicated check-in desks at some airports and free flights and awards.
Airline Alliance
The airline is part of the Value Alliance, with 8 Asia-Pacific low-cost airline alliances or "Value Alliance" consist of Nok Air, Scoot, Cebu Pacific (including Cebgo Air), Jeju Air, Tigerair Singapore, Tigerair Australia and Vanilla Air which cover more than 160 destinations all over Asia-Pacific region in order to facilitate the passengers.
Destinations that Nok Air flies to
Nok Air flies to a variety of destinations both within Thailand and around Asia. Click on the button below to find out the all destinations that Nok Air flies to.
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Hub Airport
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is one oldest operating airport in Bangkok and one of the two international airports serving Bangkok, Thailand.
The airport is a low-cost airline hub and airlines that fly from and to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) include Air Asia, Thai AirAsia, Maldivian and Malindo Air.
Fleet
The airlines fleet consists of 23 aircraft, with 7 on order, ranging from Boeing 737-800 and Bombardier Dash 8 with 7 Boeing MAX 8. In November 2016, Nok Air, Thailand's premium low-cost carrier took delivery of 23rd brand new Boeing 737-800 Next-Generation. In this delivery, Nok Air also took HS-DBX ‘Nok Tawan’ to its fleet. The 189-seat aircraft is equipped with the latest operating systems and a beautifully designed livery. In July 2016, Nok Air added a brand new Q400 NextGen from Bombardier to its fleet from the world’s leading manufacturer of planes based in Toronto, Canada. The airline continues to grow and enhance its services, adding more aircraft to its fleet each year.
- 15 x Boeing 737-800
- 8 Bombardier Dash 8
- 7 Boeing MAX 8 on order
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Afterpay
Can I pay for Nok Air flights using Afterpay?
Yes! It's so easy to book your Nok Air flights and pay later with Afterpay! Choosing Afterpay to secure your flights means you can split the cost of your Nok Air tickets into 4 equal interest-free payments to be paid back over a 6 week period. However, in order to use Afterpay at Alternative Airlines, you'll need to be a resident of the United States and pay for your flights in USD.
Klarna
Can I use Klarna for Nok Air flights?
Absolutely! Klarna is available to the following countries: United Kingdom, United States, Australia, Austria, Denmark, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Netherlands, Norway, Finland, Sweden and Germany. With Klarna, you can book your Nok Air tickets and pay in 3 (UK) or pay in 4 (US). We know flights can sometimes be expensive, but Klarna also has financing options for larger purchases that can be paid over a longer period of time. You can pay monthly between 6-36 months, or if you'd rather use shorter-term financing, you can pay for your flights within 30 days - it's as easy as that!
PayPal Credit
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