The cost of travelling to and from Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang airports has gone up again, with taxis now levying new charges on luggage. (File photo Bangkok Post)
Taxi passengers travelling to and from Don Mueang and Suvarnabhumi airports are now subject to a luggage charge, according to an announcement published on the website of the Royal Gazette on Monday.
An order signed by Transport Minister Saksayam Chidchob on Oct 28, and which became effective on Nov 17, permits taxi drivers to charge passengers between 20 baht and 100 baht extra for luggage.
Wheelchairs and other mobility aids such as canes are not considered luggage, nor are small bags such as small backpacks, laptop bags or small carry-on bags.
According to the announcement, taxi drivers and passengers have to reach an agreement on the…
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