Thai Airways has recently announced the expansion of its European network with the introduction of a new non-stop connection to Milan. This strategic move aims to provide passengers with greater convenience and accessibility to one of the fashion capitals of the world. The non-stop service will offer travelers a seamless and efficient travel experience, further enhancing Thai Airways' commitment to delivering exceptional service and connectivity to key destinations across the globe. This expansion reaffirms the airline's dedication to meeting the evolving needs of its customers and strengthening its position as a leading carrier in the international aviation industry.
Thai Airways is boosting its European network returning to Italy with a non-stop connection between Bangkok and Milan after four years. The carrier left the Italian market in March 2020 as a result of the COVID-19 health crisis and also plans to resume service to Rome-Fiumicino.
Impact on Commercial and Tourism Activity
With this new service, the airline expects to develop the region’s commercial and tourism activity through commercial aviation. Italy expects to receive 300,000 tourists from Thailand by 2025, reaching pre-pandemic levels.
Passenger Travel Data
According to data obtained by Aviacionline through the Italian National Agency for Civil Aviation (ENAC), 154,626 passengers traveled between Milan and Bangkok in 2019, the sixth busiest long-haul route from Malpensa Airport.
Flight Schedule and Aircraft Details
Flight schedule between Bangkok and Milan-Malpensa
Starts 1 July 2024
Bangkok – Milan Flight TG 940 BKK 00:40 – MXP 07:35 daily flights.
Milan – Bangkok Flight TG 941 MXP 14:05 – BKK 05:55+1 daily flights
Flights will be operated on Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner with 256 seats (30 Business Class/234 Economy). Customers can access the airline’s network in China, East Asia, Southeast Asia, and Australia.
Connectivity and Network Expansion
Thai Airways is the 12th Asian airline to offer flights to Malpensa Airport during the 2024 summer season along with Air India, EVA Airways, Air China, Cathay Pacific Airways, Juneyao Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Uzbekistan Airlines, Azerbaijan Airlines, Korean Air, NEOS, Singapore Airlines.
Future Plans for Thai Smile
The carrier’s European network offers non-stop service to London Heathrow, Frankfurt, Paris, Zurich, Munich, Stockholm, Copenhagen, Istanbul and soon Oslo and Milan. Thai Smile expects to increase its aircraft fleet by adding additional Airbus A350-900s and Airbus A320s (from Thai Smile).
Summary
The re-introduction of Thai Airways' non-stop connection between Bangkok and Milan signifies a significant step towards revitalizing air travel between Thailand and Italy. The resumption of this route is poised to enhance connectivity and foster stronger economic and cultural ties between the two countries.
(This article is sourced from aviacionline.com curated by Thetransporteronline24)
