Norse Atlantic Airways to increase flights from Manchester to Bangkok

Norse Atlantic Airways has announced it will increase flights from Manchester Airport to Bangkok, Thailand, for the Winter 2026/27 season.

The seasonal service launched in late 2025, becoming Manchester Airport’s only direct link to the Thai capital and world’s most visited city, which welcomed more than 32 million international visitors in 2025. From December 2026, Norse Atlantic will operate four flights per week between Manchester Airport and Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport.

In addition to increasing flying from Manchester, Norse Atlantic is planning to operate additional flights to Thailand from a number of UK and Scandinavian airports this coming winter, including its Gatwick to Phuket route, as well as services to both Bangkok and Phuket from Oslo and Stockholm Arlanda airports.

Eivind Roald, CEO of Norse Atlantic Airways, said of the airline’s increased services to Thailand:

“Thailand continues to be one of the most popular destinations in our network. We are delighted to offer customers even more opportunities to visit both Bangkok and Phuket this winter, in line with our strategy of adding capacity where demand is strongest.

“Whether customers are looking for vibrant city experiences, beautiful beaches or a longer winter escape, the additional flights provide more flexibility, greater chose and affordable direct travel from the UK and Scandinavia.”

The program expansion follows material progress for Norse Atlantic during 2026, including continued improvements in operational performance, strong customer demand, and ongoing transformation program.

Eivind Roald continued:

“Over the past months, we have taken important steps to strengthen the company, improve efficiency and sharpen our commercial focus. We would like to thank our customers for choosing Norse Atlantic and for the confidence they continue to place in our product. We are equally grateful to our airport partners in Manchester, London Gatwick, Oslo and Stockholm Arlanda, whose collaboration and support continue to play an important role in our growth journey.”