Travel to Thailand: what you need to know about the floods (November 29)

Essential information for travelers as parts of southern Thailand have been hit by terrible floods.

Travel remains possible in most of southern Thailand, as conditions improve.

The meteorological department announced on Saturday, November 29, that there will be less rain in the south but isolated heavy showers at times.

See: Thailand: widespread drop in temperatures and strong winds

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has stated that conditions in southern Thailand have started to improve, even though some areas continue to experience flooding and intermittent rain.

Some provinces still report localized flooding, temporary transportation adjustments, and security closures at certain attractions.

The region's airports remain operational, with limited delays and some disruptions to land transfers in the affected districts.

The TAT's Tourism Crisis Monitoring Center (TCMC) remains active to strengthen coordination with provincial authorities, consulates, and tourism partners.

The center provides ongoing assistance to travelers, verifies local tourism information, and ensures rapid communication as the situation continues to stabilize in several provinces.

Travelers are advised to exercise caution in areas where flooding or strong waves persist and to allow extra travel time to airports, piers, or bus stations.

Visitors are encouraged to follow the advice of local authorities and regularly check official updates, as some routes and services may still be subject to temporary adjustments.

Assistance measures for immigrants and travelers

Tourists are moving through a flooded area in Hat Yai on Sunday, November 23, 2025. Photo: Reuters

The Immigration Bureau has announced an exemption from the fine for overstaying for foreigners who are unable to leave the country due to flooding in eight southern provinces:

Songkhla, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phatthalung, Trang, Satun, Pattani, Yala, and Narathiwat.

The exemption applies to travelers whose authorized stay expires between November 20 and December 31, 2025, and who are unable to leave the country due to impassable roads or transport disruptions.

This measure was introduced as a temporary exemption due to unavoidable travel conditions to assist affected visitors who do not intend to overstay their authorized stay.

Immigration officers at all international entry and exit points have been instructed to apply this exemption, while usual security procedures remain in effect.

Provincial immigration offices affected by the floods are being restored to resume normal services as soon as possible.

Destinations currently affected by flooding

Flood map in Thailand on November 28, 2025. Image: TAT News

Songkhla (Hat Yai)

The floods have subsided in several areas and a number of main roads are now passable, including:

• Kanchanavanich Road (border between Khlong Wa and Songkhla)
• Punnakan Road (towards Na Mom)
• Sri Phuwanart Road (up to Diana intersection)
• Supasarnrangsan Road (up to 30-meter junction)
• Thammanunvithi Road (up to 30-meter junction)
• Khlong Rien 2 Road is also accessible

Traffic has returned to normal on the Hat Yai–Ban Phru–Thung Lung–Khlong Ngae–Sadao–Dan Nok route, and the Malaysian highway on the opposite border is functioning normally.

Some roads remain affected, particularly Khuan Sato–Khao Wang Ching and certain sections of Highway 43 (Chana–Thepha), between km 42 and 43.

Hat Yai Airport remains operational, but several flights continue to be canceled due to weather conditions.

Shuttle services managed by the airport are available on designated routes, and travelers are advised to check for updates via the Hat Yai International Airport – HDY Facebook page.

Taxi and minibus services in the city remain suspended.

Sadao border checkpoint remains open to travelers.

Nakhon Si Thammarat

Main roads remain generally passable, with some detours in place.

Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport continues to operate normally; travelers are advised to arrive at least two hours in advance.

Rail services operate normally, including trains on the Krungthep Aphiwat-Nakhon Si Thammarat and Krungthep Aphiwat-Thung Song lines.

Several national parks, including Khao Luang National Park and Namtok Yong National Park, remain temporarily closed for safety reasons.

Trang

Trang Airport remains operational; travelers are recommended to arrive 2 to 3 hours before departure.

Bus services on the Trang-Hat Yai-Songkhla, Trang-Satun, and Trang-Phatthalung routes remain suspended.

Rail services on the Trang-Bangkok line (Rapid 167/168 and Express 83/84) operate via Thung Song, with connecting buses for the relevant segments.

Maritime transport services operate normally.

Some caves and natural reserves in the Khao Banthat mountain range are temporarily closed.

Satun

The main roads connecting Satun to Songkhla and Trang remain cut.

All public bus services are suspended, but Satun Bus Terminal remains open for information.

The Wang Prachan border post remains open, but vehicle passage is not possible due to road conditions.

Pak Bara Pier has suspended its services on the Pak Bara–Ko Lipe–Pak Bara route.

Closed attractions include Phu Pha Phet Cave, Le Stegodon Cave, Wang Sai Thong Waterfall, Thung Nui Hot Spring, all nature study sites based on waterfalls, Tarutao Marine National Park, and Thale Ban National Park.

Phatthalung

Some sections of Phetkasem Road are temporarily closed.

Rail services remain operational.

The Thai Fight event (Muay Thai promotion show) has been postponed due to weather conditions.

Some attractions are closed, including Phatthalung Wildlife Breeding Station and Thale Noi Nature and Wildlife Education Center.

Narathiwat

Narathiwat Airport continues to operate normally.

Rail services are completely suspended in Narathiwat, Pattani, and Yala.

All public transport services are suspended, except for the Narathiwat-Su-ngai Kolok bus line.

The Tak Bai border checkpoint is closed until further notice.

All ferry and river crossing services are suspended.

A number of attractions are temporarily closed, including major national parks, nature reserves, peatland research centers, and several community tourist sites.

Yala

Betong Airport and Betong Border Checkpoint remain open.

Rail services are suspended on all lines to and from Yala, including Yala-Su-ngai Kolok, Nakhon Si Thammarat-Yala, and Krungthep Aphiwat-Yala.

Public minibus and bus services are suspended throughout the province.

Flights on the Hat Yai-Betong route operated by EZ Air are suspended.

Temporarily closed attractions include Wat Kuhaphimuk, Suan Khwan Mueang, Yala City Pillar Shrine, and Yala City Museum. The Than To and Rainbow waterfalls in Bang Lang National Park are closed from November 1 to December 30, 2025.

Several attractions in Betong remain open, including:

• Aiyerweng Sea Mist Skywalk
• Betong Hot Springs
• Betong Winter Floral Garden
• Gunung Silipat Sea Mist Viewpoint
• Jorakaenga Sea Mist Viewpoint
• Charao Ayam Hidden Cave
• Piyamit Tunnel
• Chulabhorn Phatthana 10 Community
• Wat Phutthathiwat.

Pattani

All public bus and train services remain suspended.

Sai Khao Waterfall National Park and other affected attractions are closed.

Tourist activities are temporarily suspended due to inaccessibility.

Destinations functioning normally

Red flags on a beach in Koh Samui. Photo: Wochenblitz

Several major destinations continue to operate normally and remain fully accessible to visitors.

Phuket, Phang Nga, Krabi and Ranong

These provinces are functioning as usual, with all attractions, transportation services, and airports operating normally.

Tourist activities, including land-based experiences and marine excursions, remain available.

Surat Thani

The province continues to welcome visitors.

Although flooding has been reported in some districts, tourist attractions in the province remain open normally, with enhanced security monitoring.

Surat Thani Airport is operating normally, but travelers may wish to allow more time during periods of heavy rain.

Marine transportation services may be modified or canceled in the short term due to changing weather conditions, and travelers are advised to check schedules in advance.

Tourist activities on the islands of Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, and Koh Tao also continue normally, with most attractions, hotels, night boats, buses, and island transportation operating without interruption.

All land attractions remain open, and daily tourism continues with usual precautions due to strong winds and waves.

Ferry services operate with some adjustments due to weather conditions:

• Seatran Discovery services operate normally
• Lomprayah high-speed ferries operate normally, although some outboard lines are temporarily suspended
• Songserm services are temporarily suspended, access to the island remains possible through regular services

Chumphon

The province continues to welcome visitors and all attractions remain open, except for Mu Ko Chumphon National Park, which is closed for its annual seasonal closure from November 15 to December 15.

Transportation in the province is operating normally and visitor traffic remains uninterrupted.

Several maritime services on the Chumphon-Ko Tao route are temporarily suspended due to weather conditions, including the morning departure of Lomprayah.

Boonsiri Ferry services are suspended from November 25 to 30 and will resume on December 1.

Travelers planning to travel by sea are advised to check schedules in advance, as other adjustments are possible.

Updates on transportation and accessibility

The receding floodwaters reveal a passable road in Hat Yai on Thursday, November 27. Photo: Thai PBS World

Railway services in southern Thailand

The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) continues to monitor flooding along parts of the southern railway line.

Repair work will accelerate as soon as the water level drops.

Travelers are advised to check the latest information before departing.

View the real-time train position.

SRT Customer Service Center: 1690 (24 hours a day)

Modified Services

• Express 83/84 Krungthep Aphiwat–Trang → operates between Krungthep Aphiwat and Thung Song
• Rapid 167/168 Krungthep Aphiwat–Kantang → operates between Krungthep Aphiwat and Thung Song
• Local 447/448 Surat Thani–Su-ngai Kolok → operates between Surat Thani and Thung Song
• Local 445/446 Chumphon–Hat Yai Junction → operates under the name Chumphon–Thung Song
• Special Express 45/46 Krungthep Aphiwat–Padang Besar → in service under the name of Krungthep Aphiwat–Phatthalung (Special Express 46 will be in service from its original station from November 29, 2025)

Suspended Services

• Special Express 31/32 (Krungthep Aphiwat–Hat Yai Junction)
• 37/38 (Krungthep Aphiwat–Su-ngai Kolok)
• 947/948 and 949/950 (Hat Yai Junction–Padang Besar)
• Rapid 169/170 (Krungthep Aphiwat–Yala)
• 171/172 (Krungthep Aphiwat–Su-ngai Kolok)
• Local 451/452 (Nakhon Si Thammarat–Su-ngai Kolok)
• 453/454 (Yala–Su-ngai Kolok)
• 455/456 (Nakhon Si Thammarat–Yala)
• 463/464 (Phatthalung–Su-ngai Kolok)

Interprovincial Bus Services

Transport Company Limited has resumed its services on the Bangkok–Hat Yai and Bangkok–Songkhla lines following improved conditions in parts of Hat Yai.

Some services remain temporarily suspended, including the Bangkok–Trang–Satun, Bangkok–Yala, Bangkok–Pattani, and Bangkok–Su-ngai Kolok lines.

Services on these lines will resume as soon as road conditions permit. For any questions, please call 02-422-4444.

Useful Numbers

To get help or updated travel information, travelers can contact the following assistance services:

• Tourist Police: 1155 (24-hour, multilingual assistance)
• TAT Contact Center: 1672
• SRT Hotline: 1690
• Hat Yai Municipal Assistance Line: 0-7420-0000
• Songkhla Road District: 0-7431-1091
• Public Relations Department (Region 6): 0-7423-1332
• Flood Emergency Line in Songkhla Province (4th Military Zone): 098-223-3364, 061-586-5574, 074-586-685, 074-234-145 to 148

See also:

Floods in Thailand: 145 deaths confirmed, the toll could worsen

Floods in Thailand: waters recede in Songkhla, over 100 dead

Deadly floods in Thailand: 33 dead, new storm approaching

Source : TAT News