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Visa and entry rules change often – check the official government site when you book and again a week before you fly.
✈️ Cheap flights to Thailand
Compare fares to Thailand from hundreds of airlines and travel sites – fly into Suvarnabhumi (BKK). Find the best time to fly, flight times from major cities and every airport.
🔥 Cheapest flights to Thailand right now
🛬 Airports in Thailand
| Code | Airport | City | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BKK | Suvarnabhumi | Bangkok | Main |
| DMK | Don Mueang Intl | Bangkok | Main |
| UTP | U-Tapao–Rayong–Pattaya Intl | Rayong | Main |
| USM | Samui Intl | Koh Samui | Main |
| UTH | Udon Thani Intl | Udon Thani | Main |
| CNX | Chiang Mai Intl | Chiang Mai | Main |
| KBV | Krabi Intl | Krabi | Main |
| HKT | Phuket Intl | Phuket | Main |
| CEI | Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai Intl | Chiang Rai | Main |
| HDY | Hat Yai Intl | Hat Yai | Main |
…and 23 more airports.
Most travellers arrive at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi or Don Mueang airports, with international flights also serving Phuket, Chiang Mai, Krabi and Koh Samui. Land borders connect Thailand with Malaysia, Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar.
📅 Best time to fly to Thailand
Best: November to February – the cool, dry season brings sunshine and pleasant temperatures across most of the country.
Cheaper shoulder season: March to May – very hot, but still dry and good for beaches; the Gulf islands stay relatively dry into the summer.
Avoid: September to October – the peak of the rainy season brings heavy downpours and rough seas on the Andaman coast.
Weather by month in Bangkok
- 32°Jan☀️
- 33°Feb☀️
- 34°Mar⛅
- 35°Apr⛅
- 34°May🌧
- 33°Jun🌧
- 33°Jul🌧
- 33°Aug🌧
- 32°Sep🌧
- 32°Oct🌧
- 32°Nov⛅
- 31°Dec☀️
Average daytime highs (°C) and how rainy each month is.
⏱️ Flight times to Thailand
| Route | Distance | Flight time (nonstop) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| London → Bangkok | 9,577 km | 12 h 10 min | |
| New York → Bangkok | 13,948 km | 17 h 30 min* | |
| Los Angeles → Bangkok | 13,291 km | 16 h 40 min* | |
| Chicago → Bangkok | 13,762 km | 17 h 15 min* | |
| Miami → Bangkok | 15,624 km | 19 h 30 min* | |
| San Francisco → Bangkok | 12,750 km | 16 h 00 min | |
| Toronto → Bangkok | 13,636 km | 17 h 05 min* | |
| Paris → Bangkok | 9,448 km | 12 h 05 min | |
| Frankfurt → Bangkok | 9,000 km | 11 h 30 min | |
| Dubai → Bangkok | 4,904 km | 6 h 35 min | |
| Delhi → Bangkok | 2,948 km | 4 h 15 min | |
| Mumbai → Bangkok | 3,030 km | 4 h 20 min | |
| Singapore → Bangkok | 1,415 km | 2 h 20 min | |
| Sydney → Bangkok | 7,514 km | 9 h 45 min |
Flight times are estimates for a nonstop flight; with a connection allow 2–5 hours more. * Very long routes usually need a stop.
📍 Where to go in Thailand
- Bangkok – A thrilling capital of royal palaces, riverside temples, street food and rooftop bars.
- Chiang Mai – A relaxed, temple-filled city surrounded by mountains, perfect for cooking classes and trekking.
- Ayutthaya – The atmospheric ruins of a once-mighty capital, easily reached from Bangkok.
- Sukhothai – A peaceful historical park of lotus ponds and serene Buddha statues.
- Krabi – Dramatic limestone karsts, rock climbing and beaches like Railay, plus easy access to island tours.
- Koh Phi Phi – Postcard-perfect bays and lively beaches, with nearby Maya Bay famous for its beauty.
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Flights to Thailand: questions
What is the main airport in Thailand?
The main international airport is Suvarnabhumi (BKK) in Bangkok. Other airports with scheduled flights include Bangkok (DMK), Rayong (UTP), Koh Samui (USM).
How long is the flight from London to Thailand?
A nonstop flight from London to Bangkok covers about 9,577 km and takes around 12 h 10 min. With a connection, plan for a few extra hours.
When is the best time to fly to Thailand?
November to February – the cool, dry season brings sunshine and pleasant temperatures across most of the country.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Thailand?
Fares are usually lowest outside the peak season. Good-value months: March to May – very hot, but still dry and good for beaches; the Gulf islands stay relatively dry into the summer.
Do I need a visa to fly to Thailand?
It depends on your passport. See our Thailand visa & entry guide for the rules, then check with the official embassy before you book.
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