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Thailand · Founded 1968

Bangkok Airways Business Class

Bangkok Airways is a boutique Thai regional carrier — no widebody or long-haul international service (a 2011 widebody plan was cancelled) — flying A319, A320, and ATR 72 aircraft from Bangkok-Suvarnabhumi to 20 destinations, including airports the airline itself owns at Koh Samui, Sukhothai, and Trat. Blue Ribbon Club business class runs only on the A319 (12 seats, 2-2 layout) with a genuinely spacious 47in pitch and 22in width recliner — not lie-flat, but roomy for a regional product. All passengers, including economy, get lounge access at Bangkok Airways-operated airports.

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Quick answers

At a glance

What is Bangkok Airways business class?

Bangkok Airways Blue Ribbon Club — Recliner, 2-2 layout, 12 seats — A319 only (not offered on A320). Seat width 22 inches, length 47 inch pitch.

How much can I save on Bangkok Airways?

Consolidator fares from $850 — about 50% below published retail. You earn full FlyerBonus miles.

Which lounges does Bangkok Airways use?

Bangkok Airways Boutique Lounge (BKK/USM). Worldwide: Own lounges at Koh Samui, Sukhothai.

The Airline

About Bangkok Airways

A comprehensive look at Bangkok Airways's premium cabins, service philosophy, route network, and what makes them worth flying.

Airline overview

Bangkok Airways is a boutique Thai regional carrier — no widebody or long-haul international service (a 2011 widebody plan was cancelled) — flying A319, A320, and ATR 72 aircraft from Bangkok-Suvarnabhumi to 20 destinations, including airports the airline itself owns at Koh Samui, Sukhothai, and Trat. Blue Ribbon Club business class runs only on the A319 (12 seats, 2-2 layout) with a genuinely spacious 47in pitch and 22in width recliner — not lie-flat, but roomy for a regional product. All passengers, including economy, get lounge access at Bangkok Airways-operated airports.

Founded in 1968, Bangkok Airways is headquartered in Thailand and operates to 20+ destinations across 80+ countries. The fleet is built around Airbus A319-100, Airbus A320-200 and ATR 72-600 for long-haul operations, with additional narrowbody types on regional routes. Bangkok Airways operates independently of major global alliances, with select bilateral partnerships for codesharing.

The business class experience

Bangkok Airways Blue Ribbon Club features Recliner, 2-2 layout, 12 seats — A319 only (not offered on A320). Seat width is 22 inches and fully extended bed length is 47 inch pitch — comfortable for passengers up to about 6'3" (190cm) to sleep fully flat. The seat layout on Bangkok Airways's long-haul widebody aircraft typically offers direct aisle access for every business class passenger, so you never have to climb over a seatmate.

In-flight entertainment is delivered via Overhead monitors, no personal screens. Dining on Bangkok Airways: Thai cuisine, complimentary meals on all flights. Baggage allowance in business class: 2× the economy allowance (Blue Ribbon Club inclusion). All flights include amenity kits, premium bedding, and priority boarding/baggage handling.

Lounges and ground experience

At the home hub: Bangkok Airways Boutique Lounge (BKK/USM). At other airports worldwide: Own lounges at Koh Samui, Sukhothai. Lounge access is included with your business class ticket — you show your boarding pass at the lounge entrance and receive food, drinks, WiFi, and dedicated workspaces until boarding time.

On the ground at departure, Bangkok Airways business class passengers get dedicated check-in counters, fast-track security lanes where available, and priority boarding. At arrival, baggage is tagged with priority labels and comes out first — typically saving 15-30 minutes versus economy on heavily-loaded flights.

What travelers say

“A regional-only carrier — don't expect widebody or true long-haul service. Blue Ribbon Club is specifically an A319 product, more spacious than typical regional business class (47in pitch is genuinely generous). Owning its own airports at Koh Samui and Sukhothai is a real, unusual differentiator. Lounge access for every passenger, not just business, is a standout value.”

— BookMyBusinessClass editorial review

Booking Bangkok Airways with consolidator fares

Our consolidator contract with Bangkok Airways gives us access to net fares significantly below published retail — typically 50% savings on business class bookings. These are standard Bangkok Airways tickets with full frequent flyer mile earning in FlyerBonus, complete lounge access, standard cancellation rules, and priority handling on both ends of the trip. The only difference is the price.

When you request a quote, we search all available Bangkok Airways dates and routes for your trip, compare against other carriers that serve the same route, and send you the best option within 15 minutes. No membership required, any service fees disclosed upfront, and you book directly with Bangkok Airways under your name — we're just the consolidator agency that unlocks wholesale pricing through our host consolidator network.

Cabin Details

Inside Bangkok Airways business class

Every detail that matters — seat, service, lounge, luggage and miles.

Cabin name
Bangkok Airways Blue Ribbon Club
Seat type
Recliner, 2-2 layout, 12 seats — A319 only (not offered on A320)
Seat width
22 inches
Seat length
47 inch pitch
In-flight entertainment
Overhead monitors, no personal screens
Dining
Thai cuisine, complimentary meals on all flights
Baggage allowance
2× the economy allowance (Blue Ribbon Club inclusion)
Miles program
FlyerBonus

Home lounge

Bangkok Airways Boutique Lounge (BKK/USM)

Lounges at other airports

Own lounges at Koh Samui, Sukhothai

Hubs

Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), BangkokSamui Airport (USM, airline-owned)

Aircraft types

Airbus A319-100Airbus A320-200ATR 72-600

“A regional-only carrier — don't expect widebody or true long-haul service. Blue Ribbon Club is specifically an A319 product, more spacious than typical regional business class (47in pitch is genuinely generous). Owning its own airports at Koh Samui and Sukhothai is a real, unusual differentiator. Lounge access for every passenger, not just business, is a standout value.”

— BookMyBusinessClass editorial review

Top Routes

Popular Bangkok Airways business class routes

The most-booked Bangkok Airways premium routes through our consolidator contracts.

  • Bangkok → Koh Samui
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  • Bangkok → Phnom Penh
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    $550
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Fleet

Bangkok Airways aircraft we book

Bangkok Airways bangkok airways blue ribbon club on each aircraft type — cabin product, seat configuration, and route examples.

See the full Bangkok Airways fleet index for cabin-by-aircraft details.

Reference Data

Bangkok Airways carrier reference

FieldValue
IATA airline codePG
ICAO airline codeBKP
Canonical nameBangkok Airways
CountryThailand
Founded1968
AllianceIndependent / no alliance affiliation
Hub airportsSuvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), Bangkok, Samui Airport (USM, airline-owned)
Source for canonical fieldsWikidata (CC0) · Q806487 cross-referenced with our editorial catalog

Canonical airline metadata cross-referenced with Wikidata (CC0). When fields disagree, our editorial catalog is the source of truth for cabin specs, fare data, and ratings; Wikidata is the source of truth for ICAO codes, founding year, and country attribution.

Facts independently verified 2026-08-05

Fleet, route, seat, and lounge facts on this page were checked against 2 independent sources:

Star ratings follow a separate five-source composite methodology — see our ratings & verification methodology.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about booking Bangkok Airways business class through our consolidator.

How much is Bangkok Airways business class?
Consolidator fares start from $850 — about 50% below published retail. Exact pricing depends on route, travel dates and season.
What seat will I get on Bangkok Airways?
Bangkok Airways business class features Recliner, 2-2 layout, 12 seats — A319 only (not offered on A320). Seat width: 22 inches, fully extended length: 47 inch pitch.
Which lounges can I use with Bangkok Airways business class?
At the home hub: Bangkok Airways Boutique Lounge (BKK/USM). Worldwide: Own lounges at Koh Samui, Sukhothai.
Will I earn miles on these fares?
Yes. We book you directly with Bangkok Airways under your name. You earn full FlyerBonus miles and tier credit — typically 100-125% for business class.
What dining and IFE does Bangkok Airways offer in business class?
Dining: Thai cuisine, complimentary meals on all flights. In-flight entertainment: Overhead monitors, no personal screens.
What's the baggage allowance?
2× the economy allowance (Blue Ribbon Club inclusion). This is the standard Bangkok Airways business class allowance.

Fly Bangkok Airways business class

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