How to find cheap flights to Thailand
Catch a flight to Thailand departing from Dublin. 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 June.
For a return ticket, the best price right now is 436 €. One-way fares start from 221 €.
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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 (99ºF) in April, making it one of the warmest months in Thailand.
December brings cooler conditions, with average lows of 20ºC (68ºF).
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
You'll have your pick of arrival options when it's time to book flights to Thailand. Some of the busiest airports are:
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) in Bangkok
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) in Bangkok
Phuket International Airport (HKT) in Phuket
The airlines flying in most frequently, along with rough monthly flight counts, are:
Thai Airways — 3,000
Thai AirAsia — 1,900
Thai LionAir — 730
Many flights to Thailand pass through major hubs like Dubai, Kuala Lumpur and Shanghai. Any layovers you have will depend on the airline and your departure city.
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.