Bangkok Airways is a Thai private airline founded in 1968, known for its boutique service philosophy and focus on leisure and regional destinations across Southeast Asia. Operating primarily from its hub at Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok, the carrier has built a reputation for comfortable travel to resort and island destinations including Koh Samui, Phuket, and Luang Prabang. The airline is notably the owner and operator of Samui Airport on Koh Samui, one of the few privately owned commercial airports in the world, giving it a unique competitive advantage on that route. Bangkok Airways has consistently invested in passenger experience, offering complimentary snacks and lounge access to all passengers regardless of class. As a regional carrier, Bangkok Airways operates codeshare and interline agreements with major international airlines, enhancing connectivity for its passengers without being a member of any of the three major global airline alliances.