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Flying to Thailand

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight ticket found £335
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time12 hrs
Possible destinations31
Most popular airlineThai Airways
Average flights per week75

Cheap flight deals to Thailand

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to Thailand? If you want to travel to Thailand next month, return fares start from £363. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest time to fly to Thailand

Flexible on travel dates? Find the cheapest month – or even day – to fly to Thailand.

Which airlines fly direct to Thailand?

Frequently asked questions

The average flight time between United Kingdom and Bangkok (Thailand's capital), is 11 hours and 35 minutes. This has been calculated based on journeys departing from London.
Thai Airways, EVA Air, Air Canada, TUI, Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), APG Distribution System, Iberia and British Airways all fly direct to Thailand.
We crunched some numbers and found that the cheapest month to fly to Thailand is currently September.
Yes – some airlines fly direct to Thailand. Popular direct flight destinations include Bangkok and Phuket.
The best price we found for a return flight to Thailand is £335. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
The cheapest city to fly into is Bangkok; and the cheapest airport serving this city at the moment is Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.
The cheapest airport in Thailand is Bangkok Suvarnabhumi – we've found flights from £335.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Thailand is Monday, 14 September 2026, – to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport.

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How to find cheap flights to Thailand

  • Catch a flight to Thailand departing from London Gatwick. This is often the most affordable starting point for your trip.

  • Consider flying into Bangkok Suvarnabhumi to get even better value from your fare.

  • The cheapest time to visit Thailand is generally during September.

  • For a return ticket, the best price right now is £335. One-way fares start from £205.

  • Willing to land in any city if it means you'll save? Compare the cheapest places to fly into by adding your departure airport, then entering 'Thailand' in the 'To' field.

  • If you have a destination in mind, select 'Add nearby airports' at the beginning of your search. This will compare flight prices for all nearby arrival airports and could unlock real savings.

  • Never let a deal slip away by setting a Price Alert. We'll stay on top of it for you, sending updates when fares go down.

  • Book ahead of time. You're more likely to find a bargain and a wider range of departure options.

The best time to go to Thailand

  • To find the month with the cheapest flights, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you've got some flexibility with your travel dates, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest fares available that month.

  • Organise your trip for February if you want to go when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights, but also when fares are usually more expensive.

  • The quietest time to travel is December. Lock in your plane tickets to Thailand then and enjoy sightseeing at a slower pace.

  • The weather can influence everything from sightseeing to packing, so choose your season wisely. Maximum temperatures average 37ºC in April, making it one of the warmest months in Thailand.

  • December brings cooler conditions, with average lows of 20ºC.

  • July tends to be the wettest time of year, while December is the driest.

  • When picking your dates, also factor in monsoon season and periods of extreme heat. Weather risks can differ by region, so check what applies to the areas you're visiting.

Getting to Thailand

Places to visit in Thailand

Bangkok

  • With a population of roughly 5.1 million, this city should be toward the top of your must-do list.

  • Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew and Songkran Festival Silom are classic stops on any trip.

  • There are plenty of flight deals to Thailand landing at Bangkok's main airport, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK). Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) opens up more options when searching for lower fares.

  • When it's time to find a place to lay your head, explore the selection of hotels in Bangkok.

Phuket

  • This Phuket Province city of around 89,000 has an appeal all of its own.

  • Big-name draws include Phuket Weekend Market, Mueang Phuket and Khao Rang Nok.

  • Land at Phuket International Airport (HKT) and go straight from arrivals to exploring the sights.

  • Check out hotels in Phuket and lock in a stay that keeps up with your plans.

Chiang Mai

  • Home to about 200,000 people in Chiang Mai Province, this city firmly ranks among the top places to visit in Thailand.

  • Make room in your itinerary to explore leading attractions like Songkran Festival Chiang Mai, Elephant Conservation Park and Elephant Sanctuary Care Park.

  • Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) is the main airport for flights into the city.

  • From short stays to longer trips, hotels in Chiang Mai cover a wide range of styles and budgets.

Good to know

  • Entry rules may vary depending on your passport, length of stay and travel plans, so check before you go. Official embassy sites and airlines will have the most up-to-date advice on visas or other documents you may need.

  • Central Thai is the language you'll hear most people speak in Thailand.

  • The Thai baht (THB) is the local currency.

  • ATMs (automatic teller machines) are common across cities big and small, so finding one is unlikely to be an issue.

  • Tipping is not expected in Thailand. That said, if you receive good service, leaving a small extra is appreciated.

  • Wi-Fi coverage is moderate. Beyond the usual tourist areas, availability can drop.

  • The population of Thailand is around 72 million. Bangkok is the capital.

  • This destination has one standard time zone of UTC+7.

  • Thailand is located in Asia within the South-Eastern Asia subregion.

  • Some of the headline events on the local calendar include Songkran New Year celebrations, the Loy Krathong festival of lights and the Chiang Mai Flower Festival. Time your flight to Thailand around these moments for an experience that goes deeper than the highlights.

Complete your trip with hotels and a car hire

  • A cheap ticket to Thailand gets you there. The next step is choosing where to stay. Discover great prices and exclusive rates for hotels in Thailand. For the freedom to get around at your own pace, also browse the range of car hire options in Thailand.