Loy Krathong airfare inflation upsets travellers

Bangkok Post - Nov 12, 2026

Passengers travelling to Chiang Mai for the Loy Krathong festival are advised to check fares and seat availability directly with airlines, as some booking platforms may show much higher prices when seats are running low.

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