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Hua Hin

Hua Hin is one of eight districts (amphoe) of Prachuap Khiri Khan province in the northern part of the Malay Peninsula in Thailand. Its seat of government, also named Hua Hin, is a beach resort town.

Type City

Why go

  • District in Prachuap Khiri Khan, Thailand.
  • Served by Hua Hin Airport (HHQ).

History

Hua Hin is one of eight districts (amphoe) of Prachuap Khiri Khan province in the northern part of the Malay Peninsula in Thailand. Its seat of government, also named Hua Hin, is a beach resort town. The district's population was estimated at 65,983 in December 2019 by the Bureau of Registration Administration in an area of 911 km2 (352 sq mi). By road, it is 199 km (124 mi) south-southwest of Bangkok.

Restaurants & places to go

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Indoor

Airports

Hua Hin Airport (HHQ) 7.3 km to the centre
Hua Hin, 76, TH — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Indoor | Outdoor
Prachuap Khiri Khan Airport 19 km to the centre
Prachuap Khiri Khan, 77, TH
Outdoor
Prachuap Airport 89 km to the centre
Mueang Prachuap Khiri Khan, 77, TH
Outdoor
Kaeng Krachan Airfield 38 km to the centre
Tha Yang, 67, TH
Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Hua Hin Airport (HHQ); 3 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Hua Hin. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Local transit

Public transit · Schedules & GTFS data

Trains & rail

Tours & experiences