Thai Airways is reducing flights to all three Scandinavian capitals in May, as weaker tourism demand and rising fuel costs force the airline to scale back operations.
The Thai flag carrier will cut its services to Copenhagen, Oslo and Stockholm from seven weekly flights to five between May 18 and May 27, according to schedule adjustments Thaiger reports.
The reductions are part of a broader adjustment across the airline’s network, affecting routes in Asia, Europe and domestically in Thailand.
Fuel costs and weaker demand
Thai Airways said the changes are driven by a combination of softer travel demand and higher fuel prices, as global energy markets remain volatile amid tensions in the Middle East.
Thailand’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAAT) has also warned that airlines may continue adjusting flight schedules following the Songkran holiday period, citing rising operational costs and shifting travel patterns.
Cuts across Asia too
Beyond Scandinavia, several major routes are also affected.
Flights to cities such as Tokyo, Seoul, Beijing and Shanghai are being reduced, while some regional routes in Southeast Asia and South Asia are seeing fewer frequencies or temporary suspensions.
In Europe, Istanbul, Frankfurt and Munich are also facing cutbacks during May.
Stay updated and check schedules
Thai Airways said that flight schedules may change further and that options are available for passengers and travel agents affected by the adjustments.
Travellers are advised to check their bookings and stay updated on any changes ahead of departure.
