--- title: "Thai Airways Review & Rating | FlightLogic" description: "Thai Airways review: FlightLogic editorial rating 8.0/10, safety score 9.1/10. Thai Airways is Thailand's flag carrier and a Star Alliance member, operating…" url: https://flightlogic.co.uk/airlines/thai-airways/ source: FlightLogic (flightlogic.co.uk) licence: "Content © Elite Digital AI Solutions Ltd. Cite the URL above and the page author." --- *Links marked * may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. We do not provide financial advice. How we make money .* Airline review · TG # Thai Airways Smooth as Silk Photo: Mattes / Wikimedia Commons / Public domain Thai Airways is Thailand's flag carrier and a Star Alliance member, operating from Bangkok with renowned Royal Silk business class and a gateway hub for UK–Southeast Asia and Australia routings. Last updated 30 June 2026 Excellent · FlightLogic editorial rating ## Should I choose Thai Airways for my next long-haul work trip? Thai Airways scores 8.0/10 (safety 9.1/10), ranking #19 globally — Wi-Fi is paid or route-dependent. Baggage: 1×23 kg international economy; 2×32 kg Royal Silk. Economy seat pitch: 32–34"; loyalty programme: Royal Orchid Plus. Full passenger policy tables, category scores, and the fares search follow below. **FlightLogic score** 8.0/10 **Safety** 9.1/10 **Global rank** #19 **Wi-Fi policy** Partial / paid tiers ## Who should think twice about Thai Airways Scores mean naming who a carrier is NOT for. From our rated findings: - Fleet renewal ongoing — verify aircraft on long-haul bookings - BKK hub congestion at peak banks ## Pre-Trip Planning ## Passenger policies at a glance Baggage, Wi-Fi, legroom, and lounge access for Thai Airways — expand for the full matrix. ### View full policy matrix Baggage · Wi-Fi · lounges · changes | Cabin baggage | Included — standard carry-on allowance applies | | --- | --- | | Checked baggage | 1×23 kg international economy; 2×32 kg Royal Silk | | In-flight Wi-Fi | Partial — free messaging or select routes/cabins only | | Economy seat pitch | 32–34" | | Lounge access | Royal Silk lounge BKK; Star Alliance Gold | | Changes & refunds | Flex fares allow changes; restricted fares charge fee | | Loyalty programme | Royal Orchid Plus | ## Awards & Recognition - Star Alliance member - Best Thai cuisine in-flight among global carriers ## Airline Details **IATA Code** TG **ICAO Code** THA **Hub** Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) **Alliance** star alliance **Founded** 1960 **Fleet Size** 80 aircraft ## Strengths - Royal Silk lounge at BKK — see /guides/bkk-airport-lounge-guide - Exceptional Thai meal service in all cabins - Strong UK–Bangkok direct and one-stop Asia connections ## Weaknesses - Fleet renewal ongoing — verify aircraft on long-haul bookings - BKK hub congestion at peak banks ## Day-of Travel Support ### Compare Thai Airways fares from the UK Search live prices on Thai Airways (TG) routes departing from British airports. 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[Affiliate policy](https://flightlogic.co.uk/how-we-make-money/#affiliate-links) ## Thai Airways travel facts Verified baggage allowances, punctuality, fleet, safety and loyalty facts for Thai Airways. ### Baggage & fees | Cabin bag | 1 piece 56 × 45 × 25 cm · Up to 7 kg | | --- | --- | | Checked bag (economy) | Weight concept: Saver 20 kg, Flexi 30 kg, Full Flexi 35 kg | | Checked bag (business) | Royal Silk 40 kg; Royal First 50 kg | | Seat selection | Free standard selection on most fares | | Change fee | Varies by fare; flexible fares free, saver fares fee + fare difference | [Full baggage & fees comparison](https://flightlogic.co.uk/airlines/baggage-fees/) · [Check your carry-on bag](https://flightlogic.co.uk/tools/carry-on-checker/) ### Punctuality **Not currently tracked.** Unverified — not in Cirium 2025 regional top 10s; no comparable published annual figure found Punctuality is 20% of the FlightLogic score — [see our methodology](https://flightlogic.co.uk/methodology/). ### Fleet & cabins **Fleet size** 80 aircraft **Average age** Not available **Main types** B777-300ER, A350-900, B787-8/9, A330-300, A320 **Economy pitch** 31–32 in **Business seat** Fully flat 1-2-1 on A350/B787; staggered on B777 **Wi-Fi** Paid on most aircraft ### Safety **Registry status** IOSA-registered IOSA-registered; Thai CAAT oversight **FlightLogic editorial safety score: 9.1/10** — our own assessment, separate from IOSA registry status. ### Loyalty **Programme** Royal Orchid Plus **Currency** Miles Tiers: Member, Silver, Gold, Platinum ### Rating history - Q3 2026 8.0/10 Current quarter Quarterly tracking began Q3 2026 — earlier scores were not archived. Travel facts last verified July 2026 · Sources: thaiairways.com baggage policy (via search, Jul 2026) · Fleet age unverified — no reliable published figure found; size from FlightLogic airline profile · Punctuality unverified — no comparable published annual figure found ## About Thai Airways Thai Airways is Thailand's flag carrier and a Star Alliance member, operating from Bangkok with renowned Royal Silk business class and a gateway hub for UK–Southeast Asia and Australia routings. Key strengths: Royal Silk lounge at BKK — see /guides/bkk-airport-lounge-guide. Exceptional Thai meal service in all cabins. Strong UK–Bangkok direct and one-stop Asia connections. Areas for improvement: Fleet renewal ongoing — verify aircraft on long-haul bookings. BKK hub congestion at peak banks. ## Editorial Thai Airways Reviews ## Verified reader reviews Coming soon We are building verified reader reviews for Thai Airways. Readers will be able to submit a review with proof of travel — a boarding pass or booking confirmation — emailed to [hello@flightlogic.co.uk](mailto:hello@flightlogic.co.uk?subject=Reader%20review%20%E2%80%94%20Thai%20Airways). Reader scores are published separately from FlightLogic editorial ratings and never change the editorial score. ## Thai Airways — Frequently Asked Questions ### Is Thai Airways a good airline? Thai Airways scores 8.0/10 overall on FlightLogic (4-Star) — an editorial expert rating, not an aggregate of consumer reviews. Strengths include Royal Silk lounge at BKK — see /guides/bkk-airport-lounge-guide; Exceptional Thai meal service in all cabins. ### What is Thai Airways's safety score? Thai Airways scores 9.1/10 on FlightLogic's safety index — calculated separately from passenger experience using IOSA certification, accident history, fleet age, and regulatory compliance. ### What alliance is Thai Airways in? Thai Airways is a member of star alliance. ### Where is Thai Airways's hub? Thai Airways's primary hub is Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK). The airline was founded in 1960 and operates approximately 80 aircraft. ## Similar Airlines