What is planned in Pattaya through 2031: airport, monorail, school, arena
Pattaya Navigator · 2026-10-14
The main projects in Pattaya and the Eastern Economic Corridor as of October 2026.
Already under construction
- U-Tapao Airport - construction began on 3 April 2026, with the second runway due by May 2028. Read more.
- Google data centre in Chonburi - due to launch by 2027. Read more.
- New residential complexes - see new-build projects in Pattaya.
Opening soon
- Highgate School by Mabprachan Lake - launched in August 2026, boarding from 2028. Read more.
- Lotus Arena Pattaya - opening on 26 December 2026, with Mumiy Troll and Guf performing in January. Read more.
- Tomorrowland Thailand - 11-13 December 2026. Read more.
Awaiting approval
- Monorail with three lines - hearings until November 2026, final report in January 2027. Read more.
- Smart city and U-Tapao aviation city - the commercial zone starts in late 2026. Read more.
- High-speed railway Don Mueang - Suvarnabhumi - U-Tapao: no decision yet; the airport is being built independently.
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*Sources: Nation Thailand, The Pattaya News, EECO, project websites.*