Getting to krabi is becoming easier all the time with new airport terminals, new ferry terminals and improved road and transport links. Whether you're coming by road, sea or air there are simple and safe options to get you here on any kind of budget.
By Air - Cheap Flights Now Available!
Krabi's super modern International Airport opened in March 2006 and takes daily flights from Bangkok and Phuket with Thai Airways, there are also four or five low cost daily flights with budget airlines Air Asia and Nok Air for as little as 900 thb. if you book early. Nok air is also offering unlimited changeable tickets, on-board meals and preferential seating on their flights if you pay a little extra above their very low standard prices.
Tiger Air also has regularly scheduled flights coming in from Singapore, and no doubt the future will see international flights coming in from all over the world. Watch this space for more info.
By Sea - Ferries To Krabi
If you're coming from Phuket or Phi Phi there are daily ferries which come directly to Ao Nang Beach throughout the season from Phi Phi and in the high season from Phuket. Krabi has one of Thailands most modern and up to date ferry terminals near Krabi Town which also brings in daily ferries throughout the year from Koh Lanta.
If you're driving from Phuket or Bangkok via Surat Thani you'll have no problems navigating your way to Ao Nang as the roads are few, clear and well marked. You'll also be driving through some of the worlds most stunning landscapes so take your time to enjoy the view.
Buses leave regularly from Bangkok, but take our advise and take the overnight train or a cheap flight, with flights at bargain prices there's no real need to take a long and uncomfortable bus journey any more.To get to Ao Nang from Krabi Town, take a white "Song Tow" taxi from anywhere in town. Takes about 30 minutes and costs 20 Thb.
