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Chumphon Airport

Chumphon, Thailand
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Southern Thailand's gateway to the Gulf Coast.

Location
Chumphon, Thailand
Chumphon Airport (IATA: CJM, ICAO: VTSE) is a small domestic airport serving the coastal city of Chumphon in southern Thailand. It provides air connectivity for residents and tourists traveling along the Gulf of Thailand coast, particularly those heading to or from Ko Tao and Ko Samui. The airport is operated by the Airports of Thailand (AOT) group and handles a modest volume of passenger traffic, primarily on routes to Bangkok. Its relatively low traffic volume reflects both the small size of Chumphon city and the availability of alternative transportation such as trains and buses. Chumphon serves as a jumping-off point for ferry connections to nearby islands, making the airport a convenient option for travelers who wish to reach these destinations quickly without enduring lengthy overland journeys.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building serving domestic passengers.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options from the airport to Chumphon city center include taxis and songthaews (shared minibuses).
Airlines here
Nok Air has historically operated scheduled services between Chumphon and Bangkok's Don Mueang Airport.
Notable facts
  • ›The airport primarily serves domestic routes connecting Chumphon to Bangkok.
  • ›Chumphon is a popular transit hub for travelers heading to Ko Tao by ferry.
  • ›The airport has a single runway suitable for turboprop and small jet aircraft.
  • ›Chumphon Province borders Myanmar to the west, making the region strategically located.
  • ›Scheduled services have been intermittent, with routes subject to seasonal demand.
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CJM → DMKDD · ATR
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City & Place Guide

Gateway to the Gulf Islands and Thailand's Unspoiled Southern Coast

Chumphon is a small provincial capital in southern Thailand, widely known as the gateway to Koh Tao, Koh Phangan, and Koh Samui via overnight ferries and speedboats. Most travelers pass through quickly, but those who linger discover quiet beaches, verdant hills, and a laid-back Thai town largely untouched by mass tourism.

The surrounding province offers rewarding day trips including diving spots, mangrove forests, and waterfalls. The town itself has a pleasant night market scene, affordable guesthouses, and a genuine slice of southern Thai daily life without the tourist crowds found further south.

  • •Hat Thung Wua Laen — a long, uncrowded beach with calm waters just north of town.
  • •Chumphon Archipelago — dozens of small islands ideal for snorkeling and diving.
  • •Namtok Suan Chan Waterfall — a peaceful jungle waterfall perfect for a quick hike.
  • •Chumphon Night Market — lively street food stalls showcasing local southern Thai cuisine.
  • •Phra That Chumphon Shrine — hilltop monument honoring a revered royal naval commander.
  • •Ao Thung Makham — a scenic bay popular with kayakers and birdwatchers.

Getting around: Chumphon is served by frequent trains on the Bangkok–Hat Yai line and long-distance buses from Mo Chit terminal. Within town, songthaews (shared pickup trucks) and motorcycle taxis are the primary options. Rental motorcycles and bicycles are available near the train station. Tuk-tuks serve the town center and ferry piers. Grab operates only sporadically here, so cash-based local transport is essential.

Best time: Visit between December and April during the dry season when seas are calm, skies are clear, and ferry services to nearby islands run reliably.

Local food: Try khao tom pla (rice soup with fish), fresh grilled seafood at the night market, and locally harvested crab dishes that reflect Chumphon's rich coastal culinary tradition.

This guide is provided for general information only. Verify details locally before making travel decisions.

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Encyclopaedia

Chumphon Airport is in Tambon Chum Kho, Amphoe Pathio, Chumphon province in Southern Thailand. The airport is 35 kilometres (22 mi) north of downtown Chumphon.

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