Pick-Up/Drop-Off Point at Korat Airport

Korat Airport, also known as Nakhon Ratchasima

Nakhon Ratchasima Airport (NAK) is located 26 kilometers east of the city and is also referred to as Korat, or Khorat. Today, Happy Air services Nakhon Ratchasima Airport, with domestic flights to and from Bangkok, Hua Hin, Chiang Mai, Phuket, and Luang Prabang.

Navigating away from the airport in your new hire could not be easier, as once you exit, just take Thailand Route 2 (Mittraphap Road) west into town.

Once in town with your car from Car Hire Korat Airport, you can enjoy all this city of 150,000 has to offer, and excursions into the rest of the Isan region will be comfortable and safe.

Things To Do, Places To See in Korat

As Korat is the third largest city in Thailand and the gateway to the Isan area (North Eastern Thailand), there are many places to visit and enjoy, with the list below being just a starting:

The Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base is just 8 kilometers south of the city and is both historically significant and relevant today. The United States Air Force used this large front-line facility during the Vietnam War, and had major squadrons of aircraft stationed there from 1962 to 1975. Today, Korat RTAFB is home to the 101, 102, and 103rd squadrons of the Royal Thai Air Force. Several statues of RTAF founders and other royalty are on display. Credit for B&W image, and to see more wonderful photos of the US base: www.fescanphoto.com/korat/

The Korat Zoo is thought to be one of the best in the region, and is located just 13 kilometers south of the city (taking Highway 304) and now sports a water park that is fun for the entire family.

The Thao Suranari Monument stands in city center and commemorates Lady Mo, who was the wife of deputy governor in charge of area during the Laotian attack on the city in 1826, when she reportedly saved the city by harassing the attackers and by getting them drunk.

In recent years, this rustic city has become home to many Americans and Europeans, attracted by inexpensive home and land prices, as well as its great location as the the gateway to 18 other Thai provinces.

Up-To-Date Events Diary for Nakhon Ratchasima

Here are some of the more popular annual events in or around Korat, and all within easy driving distance while behind the wheel of your Car Hire Korat Airport rental: