Sakon Nakhon is one of the northeastern area (Changwat) of Thailand. The neighbouring area starts from north clockwise of Mukdahan, Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Nakhon Phanom, Kalasin, and Udon Thani. The city capital is Sakon Nakhon. The area is situated in the Khorat Plateau, nearest to the Mekong. The Nong Han lake, the largest natural lake of northeast Thailand which near the city of Sakon Nakhon with a popular resort. The Phu Phan Mountains delimit the province to the south. The main economy in Sakon Nakhon is fish and rice, which are the two of the main products of the region. It also located along Route 22 that leads north to Udon Thani, 161 km distant, and east to Nakhon Phanom (92 km) and the border with Laos. Route 223 is to the south of That Phanom (75 km). Route 213 is to the west of Kalasin (132 km).

Airport in Sakon Nakhon

Sakon Nakhon Airport

It is a domestic airport of the city and state of Sakon Nakhon in northeastern of Thailand also served as domestic airport and military purposes (Royal Thai Air Force). It is located near Laos. Thus the air force makes their base here to protect the northeast region of Thailand border. The airport is elevated 161 m (529 ft) above mean sea level. The airport also provides land public transportation such as bus or taxi to the passengers go in and out from the airport. The airport has only one runway to be used for aircraft land and take-off. No airline operator provide flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Sakon Nakhon Airport until the present.

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When is the Best Time to Fly to Sakon Nakhon

Although the climate contrasts throughout Sakon Nakhon, you still can visit here all year round. The suitable time to travel is during the cool and dry season between November until early April. In the south, the climate in Thailand differs between the eastern and western coasts. The west coast is more favourable during the winter months when snorkelling and diving will be at its best. The weather on the east coast is suitable for most of the year, with the lowest rainfall in January and February and the highest in November.

What are the Top 3 Things to Do in Sakon Nakhon

Nong Han Lake - The Nong Han is a lake in the northeast of Thailand, northeast of the regional capital town of Sakon Nakhon. The lake covers an area of 125.3 km² and is the biggest natural lake of northeast Thailand. If you visit here, you will be amazed by the breath-taking background view. The primary river feeding the lake is located at Nam Pung, which originates in the Phu Phan Mountains south of the lake. The drainage of the lake is the Huai Nam Khan to the southeast, which the water flows into the Mekong River.

Phra That Narai Cheng Weng - Phra That Narai Cheng Weng or also well known as Phra That Narai Jengveng is situated at Amphur Muang Sakon Nakhon Province, the stupa is made from sandstone on a laterite base and carved stunningly. Its lintel landscapes Lord Krisna killing Lion in Bapuan Khmer art. The art seeming on this stupa is quite like many other Khmer ruins found in Isan. If you visit here, you will be amazed by the breath-taking background view.

Aloha Water Park Sakonnakhon - Aloha Water Park in Sakonnakhon in Sakon Nakhon, Thailand is a thrilling outdoor water park featuring pools and water slides. If you enjoy swimming, here is your best place to try. The entrance fee also quite affordable and you will enjoy swimming here all day long. Feel free to come and see for yourself the excitement that will amaze you.