Flying from Glasgow to Bangkok: what you need to know
Glasgow has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Glasgow to Bangkok flying out of Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are Bangkok's primary hubs.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Glasgow to Bangkok. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You will need an e-visa for Thailand if you have a passport from United Kingdom and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap flights from Glasgow to Bangkok, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
Flying from Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Glasgow to Bangkok. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Glasgow International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 33 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Glasgow to Bangkok? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Glasgow International Airport:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Glasgow to Bangkok, here's where you can stop when taking off from Glasgow International Airport:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
PIK is around 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It'll take you 38 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 53 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Glasgow to Bangkok? Kick back in a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your adventure officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Arriving in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 6 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Glasgow to Bangkok, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near BKK:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Central Bangkok is about 27 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). As soon as your flight from Glasgow to Bangkok has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 30 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near DMK. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Glasgow to Bangkok:
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Bangkok
R 5,346 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Bangkok. Return flights start at R 11,997. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Bangkok. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your ticket from Glasgow to Bangkok.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from Glasgow to Bangkok is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Glasgow to Bangkok.
Best time to go to Bangkok
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Glasgow to Bangkok. July is the busiest month to travel to Bangkok. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Glasgow to Bangkok in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
December sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Bangkok sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Bangkok
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Bangkok right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Bangkok:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are attractions you won't want to skip in Bangkok.
Complete your Bangkok trip with a car rental
Explore our range of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Glasgow to Bangkok. Whether you're looking for a compact ride, spacious sedan or even something that'll turn heads, you can compare companies in one go to find the best deal.
