SilkAir and Bangkok Airways Begin Regional Codeshare

SilkAir and Bangkok Airways have jointly announced that with effect from February 15, 2012, they have opened a codeshare arrangement on certain flights between Singapore, Koh Samui, Phuket and Chiang Mai, significantly enhancing the opportunities for travellers between Singapore and Thailand.

The two airlines will cooperate on the flights between the two countries, expanding their own networks in the process. Silk Air currently offers flights from Singapore Changi to Chiang Mai and Phuket, while both carriers offer services between Singapore and Koh Samui. Bangkok Airways offers regular flights between Koh Samui and both Chiang Mai and Phuket as part of its domestic Thai route network.

“We are pleased to announce this codeshare partnership with Bangkok Airways. With the enhanced connectivity, customers now have the freedom to embark on a multiple-destination holiday within Thailand,” said Marvin Tan, Chief Executive Officer, SilkAir. “Travelers can, for example, choose to fly into Chiang Mai for a trekking adventure through its hills, followed by a weekend of pure relaxation on the beaches of Koh Samui,” added Mr Tan.

“This codeshare agreement allows passengers of both airlines to benefit from greater connectivity and flexibility when making their travel plans. From a business perspective, the agreement enables both SilkAir and Bangkok Airways to expand their respective networks and grow both inbound and outbound passenger flows,” added Capt.Puttipong Prasarttong-Osoth, President, Bangkok Airways.