U-Tapao–Rayong–Pattaya International Airport (UTP)

Opened: 1966 (former Royal Thai Navy base)

Highlights:

• Emerging as Thailand’s third major international airport under the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) project
• Expanding to support 15–30 million passengers annually in the near future
• Convenient for travelers heading to Pattaya, Rayong, and Eastern Thailand

Facilities & Services:

Modern terminals, car rentals, and shuttle bus service to Pattaya.

How to Get There:

About 45 minutes from Pattaya city center via Sukhumvit Road.