Before you press “Book” and get ready for an amazing time in the Land of Smiles, here are a few tips to find the cheapest flights to Thailand.
I’ve crunched the numbers, flown to Thailand from every part of the world, and I now have a few insights to share with you to save some cash for your trip.
In this post, I'm going to break down the top tips for booking your flight to Thailand.
Find The Cheapest Tickets
I swear by Skyscanner to find the best deals.
Simply add your departure city and destination, and voilà!
You get a range of options sorted by price, and you can easily compare prices between airlines.
✈️ Find The Cheapest Flights On Skyscanner
Click on “Flexible dates” when you search to find the cheapest flights.
You can often save a couple hundred dollars by moving your dates by a few days.
Don't forget to cross-reference with other platforms like Google Flights and Kayak.
Sometimes these platforms have exclusive deals you won't find elsewhere.
Choose The Best Airline
There are a lot of airlines flying to Thailand, but since it’s going to be a long flight for most of you, it’s worth it to spend a bit more to have a better flight experience.
With the in-flight service, you should enjoy these long flights.
If you don’t, you probably need to spend a bit more to arrive fully relaxed and rested.
My favorite airlines to fly to Thailand are:
- Emirates
- Qatar Airways
- Thai Airways
- Singapore Airline
From the USA
If you're flying to Thailand from the States, I'd personally go with Thai Airways for the overall experience.
From Europe
If you’re flying to Thailand from Europe, Emirates is a solid choice.
Their service is incredible.
From the Middle East
If you’re flying to Thailand from the Middle East, Qatar Airways offers incredible service and direct flights to Bangkok.
From Australia
If you’re flying to Thailand from down under, Qantas rarely disappoints and has some of the most comfortable seats.
Which airlines fly direct to Thailand?
Want to cut down on layovers?
That’s the best way to land refreshed and ready to explore the country.
It’s always what I recommend to people coming to Thailand for 2 weeks or less.
Airlines like Emirates, Thai Airways, and Qatar Airways offer direct flights to Thailand from the Middle East and Europe.
Which airline has the best first class?
If you're looking to splurge, Emirates' first class is like a 5-star hotel in the sky.
Flying first class with Emirates is an experience you’ll never forget.
Book Directly With The Airline
Special Deal Alert: If you find a killer deal on a comparison website, go for it.
✈️ Find The Cheapest Flights On Skyscanner
Otherwise, booking directly with the airline cuts out the middleman and often saves you some cash.
And if you have an issue with your flight, you can deal directly with the airline.
Pay With Your Credit Card
There are two main reasons to pay for flights with your credit card:
- They often include travel insurance
- You can stack up those reward points for your next adventure
That’s the most underestimated travel hack.
Shop around for the best credit card to travel in your country, and start adding up miles.
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Start Planning Your Trip To Thailand
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