Travel in Thailand: what you need to know about the current flooding

Here is the essential information for travelers as parts of southern Thailand are hit by terrible floods.

It should be kept in mind that new rains are forecast this week in the south and a tropical storm will bring new rainfall next week.

See: Deadly floods in Thailand: 33 dead, new storm approaching

Travel continues to most destinations in southern Thailand, with authorities managing localized flooding and providing ongoing support.

Updated on November 26, 2025.

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) understands that current weather conditions in parts of southern Thailand may concern travelers.

While many destinations continue to offer normal tourist experiences, heavy rains, flash floods, and violent waves are still reported in several provinces.

This has led to temporary adjustments to some transport services and the closure of certain natural attractions for safety reasons.

Regional airports remain operational, with limited delays and occasional disruptions to local land transfers.

As part of the national response, TAT has activated the Tourism Crisis Management Centre (TCMC) to enhance coordination with provincial authorities, consulates, and tourism partners.

The centre supports efforts to assist affected travellers, verifies travel information, and ensures rapid communication as the situation evolves.

Travellers are advised to exercise caution in flooded areas, near strong waves, and on routes that may be temporarily restricted.

It may be necessary to allow extra travel time to reach airports, piers, or bus terminals.

Travellers are advised to follow local advice and regularly check official updates.

Situation Overview

Map of Thailand showing flooded areas as of November 26, 2025. Image: TAT News

Southern Thailand continues to experience heavy rainfall, causing flooding in urban centres, low-lying districts, and some transport corridors.

Tourism services generally remain available at most destinations, although some attractions, marine excursions, and interprovincial roads are temporarily suspended.

Destinations currently affected by flooding

Aerial view of flooding in southern Thailand in November 2025. Photo: Thai PBS World.

Songkhla (Hat Yai)

Severe flooding continues in central Hat Yai and surrounding commercial areas; evacuations are underway to designated shelters

Road access remains limited; many tourists are unable to travel due to impassable roads

Hat Yai Airport remains open, but some flights are delayed; disruptions to land transportation continue

Taxi and minibus services are temporarily suspended

Ton Nga Chang Waterfall is closed for safety reasons

Sadao border checkpoint remains open as usual for incoming and outgoing travelers

Nakhon Si Thammarat

Flooding has been reported in several districts, where drainage efforts are underway

A state of emergency has been declared in 12 districts; runoff remains a concern in several areas

Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport is operating normally; travelers should arrive early

Some roads remain partially accessible via alternative routes

Trang

Heavy rainfall in several districts

Khao Banthat and Tham Le Khao Kob nature reserves are closed

Bus services to Satun and Hat Yai are suspended

Trang Airport is operating normally; travelers should arrive 2 to 3 hours in advance

Rail services on the Trang-Bangkok line are suspended

Satun

Flooding in seven districts

Main transportation routes connecting Satun to Songkhla and Trang are cut off

Closed attractions: Phu Pha Phet Cave, Le Stegodon Cave, Wang Sai Thong Waterfall, hot springs, and all natural sites related to waterfalls

Tarutao Marine National Park and Thale Ban area are also closed

Wang Prachan border checkpoint remains open

Public bus services are temporarily suspended

Phatthalung

Heavy and continuous rainfall affecting 11 districts

Water levels are rising in low-lying areas, with strong runoff in several districts

Certain road sections, including parts of Phetkasem Road, are temporarily closed

Thai Fight event has been postponed due to weather conditions

Some attractions in national parks are temporarily closed for safety reasons

Narathiwat and Yala

Several interprovincial bus routes are suspended; train services are disrupted on affected sections

Narathiwat Airport is operating normally; road access is limited for small vehicles

Betong Airport and Betong border checkpoint remain open

Several national parks and community tourist sites are temporarily closed

All water activities, including rafting and boat tours in mangroves, are suspended

Some travelers are staying put due to disruptions in local transportation

Pattani

Flooding in 12 districts; serious situation in urban areas

Attractions, including Sai Khao Waterfall National Park, are closed

Public bus services are suspended, and all tourist activities are disrupted

Some tourists remain in their accommodations due to the impassability of the roads

Destinations functioning normally

Red flags unfurled along Patong Beach. Photo: Patong Surf Life Saving

Despite localized flooding in some parts of the south, several major destinations continue to function normally and remain fully accessible to visitors.

Phuket, Ranong and Krabi

These destinations have not been affected by flooding, and all attractions, transportation services and airports are functioning normally.

Tourist activities, including marine excursions and land experiences, remain available, and authorities report no disruptions affecting visitors in these areas.

Phang-nga

The province is only minimally impacted, all destinations are accessible and tourist services are operating normally.

Only the tourist attractions at the Khao Lampi-Hat Thai Mueang National Park waterfalls and Sa Nang Manora Forest Park are temporarily closed.

Other attractions, including Ko Yao Noi, Ko Yao Yai and Ao Phang Nga National Park, remain open and accessible.

Surat Thani

The province continues to welcome visitors and, although flooding has been reported in some districts, it has not affected tourist attractions.

Key sites in the province, including waterfalls, caves and hiking areas, remain open as usual, with enhanced security monitoring.

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

Land routes remain largely accessible, with only minor adjustments, and rail services have been modified in accordance with national security measures.

Tourist activities on Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao are also proceeding 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, but outboard services on certain routes are temporarily suspended; and Songserm services are temporarily suspended.

These adjustments are related to weather conditions and do not affect access to the island, which remains possible thanks to regularly operating services.

Chumphon

The province is also not affected by flooding.

All attractions are open, except for Mu Ko Chumphon National Park, which is closed for its annual seasonal closure from November 15 to December 15.

Overall, transportation in the province operates normally, and visitor traffic remains uninterrupted.

Due to weather conditions, some services on the Chumphon-Ko Tao route are temporarily suspended, including the morning departure of Lomprayah, while Boonsiri ferry services are expected to resume on December 1.

Updates on transportation and accessibility

The southern railway tracks are flooded in Nakhon Si Thammarat province on November 20, 2025. Photo: Thai Railway

Railway services in southern Thailand

The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) reports ongoing flooding on parts of the southern railway line, limiting access for engineering teams.

Monitoring is ongoing, and repair work will accelerate as soon as the water level drops.

View the real-time train position.

Customer Service Center: 1690 (24 hours)

For passenger safety, SRT has modified the departure and arrival routes of 8 trains and suspended 22 long-distance and local trains from November 25, 2025, until conditions improve.

Modified routes

• 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 as Chumphon–Thung Song

Suspended services include

• Special Express 31/32 (Krungthep Aphiwat – Hat Yai Junction), 37/38 (Krungthep Aphiwat – Su-ngai Kolok), 45/46 (Krungthep Aphiwat – Padang Besar), and 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

The Transport Company Limited has suspended six routes from November 25 due to flooding, including:

• Bangkok–Trang–Satun
• Bangkok–Yala
• Bangkok–Hat Yai
• Bangkok–Pattani
• Bangkok–Su-ngai Kolok

Services will resume once road conditions improve.

For inquiries: 02-422-4444.

Useful Numbers

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

• Tourist Police: 1155 (24 hours, multilingual assistance)

• TAT Contact Center: 1672

• SRT Hotline: 1690

• Hat Yai Municipal Hotline: 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

This update will be updated as soon as new information is confirmed by local authorities and transport operators.

Source : TAT News